1968 427 headers info
Drifting
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From: Catlett VA
MIKA- I have a NOM 454 in my 68 convert and the PO used Heddman long tube headers. They fit- sort of. It was necessary to put a dent in the tubing on both the driver side and passenger side to clear the steering gear and the mounting bolt for the pitman arm. I looked at the available "block hugger" headers and they appear to clear the side of the engine compartment better. Hope you get some suggestions, since I am also looking for something that fits.
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4th Gear
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From: California
427 car?
I got this car from my uncle that died, so I don't know much about it. It has a 72' 350 in it now. I was told to measure the radiator and sway bar and look for a notch out of the front frame cross section is this correct? it all points to 427 thanks for the tip I'll probably put new springs in anyway
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From: Napa Valley California
MIKA- I have a NOM 454 in my 68 convert and the PO used Heddman long tube headers. They fit- sort of. It was necessary to put a dent in the tubing on both the driver side and passenger side to clear the steering gear and the mounting bolt for the pitman arm. I looked at the available "block hugger" headers and they appear to clear the side of the engine compartment better. Hope you get some suggestions, since I am also looking for something that fits.
shoot me a pm if you are interested.
They were only removed from the box for photos and they are beautiful.
Greg
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