Comments on these headers
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Race Director
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From: Hartselle AL
St. Jude Donor '09
Comments on these headers
I know you get what you pay for, but what could be the short comings on these headers?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/63-82...mZ320218722656
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/63-82...mZ320218722656
Melting Slicks
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From: 406ci SB, AFR 180 Heads - 490 HP @5,600 RPM 529 lb-ft @ 4,100 RPM
My main concern would be returning them if there is an issue. Go to a supplier in your area and buy a set. May cost a bit more, but in the end the extra cost might be worth it. 
Drifting
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From: Schererville IN
My issue with unknown headers would be quality.
These also look to have small primaries and collectors? Flow may not be much better than stock manifolds.
Head flange could warp and leak?
Pipes could rust out in a year or two. (I've seen this)
Collectors can rot out quick.
Collector flanges could be thin and warp?
Returns could be difficult if not impossible.
I truly believe you get what you pay for on headers.
If they where name brand being clearanced that would be different.
These also look to have small primaries and collectors? Flow may not be much better than stock manifolds.
Head flange could warp and leak?
Pipes could rust out in a year or two. (I've seen this)
Collectors can rot out quick.
Collector flanges could be thin and warp?
Returns could be difficult if not impossible.
I truly believe you get what you pay for on headers.
If they where name brand being clearanced that would be different.
Last edited by blckslvr79; Feb 18, 2008 at 03:00 PM.
Drifting
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From: League City TX
Well they are obviously small block headers, and the 63-82 range isnt uncommon for small block Vette headers.
They look to have 1 5/8 tubes which is what you most likely want to run on the street anyway.
The flanges look as heavy as any of the other lower priced headers available. (Blackjack/Dynomax/Heddman)
They say they are made out of T304 (stainless) so rust shouldnt be an issue.
But do they fit worth a darn? I have no clue. They are probably from China at that price, which might be OK, & might not.
They look to have 1 5/8 tubes which is what you most likely want to run on the street anyway.
The flanges look as heavy as any of the other lower priced headers available. (Blackjack/Dynomax/Heddman)
They say they are made out of T304 (stainless) so rust shouldnt be an issue.
But do they fit worth a darn? I have no clue. They are probably from China at that price, which might be OK, & might not.
Drifting
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From: Collinsville MS
St. Jude Donor '08
What shape are the ports on your heads? You may want to ensure they have the same ports on the headers as your heads. My stock 78 L82 has square ports, those look like oval or round.
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