[eagleguy]

Ok guys, I need to replace my current headers which have clearance issues for some plugs and wires. What can I get that is coated and will allow me access to the rear 7,8 plugs and wires on my 1970 396SS? Current headers are nice but I am having arching issues at the 7,8 plugs.

 

[Dads 72 Malibu]

We went with Hedman's.

72 - ZZ502, stock frame, stock steering arm, CPP suspension kit, Hydroboost brake booster.
They fit perfect, no hammering, no interference, no plugs or wires hitting (I did put a custom length Taylor wire kit on).

 

[V1rotate]

I went with Hedmans also, they fit great.
70 big block, manual trans, A/C.

 

[suprdave1]

Doug's on my 69 fit great. All plugs are easy to get at with a straight spark plug socket 781 heads

 

[sz0k30]

You want easy to get to spark plugs - don't get a BBC. You will always have issues with certain plugs. Sometimes you have to get creative with sockets/wrenches/extensions.

 

[eagleguy]

We went with Hedman's.

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72 - ZZ502, stock frame, stock steering arm, CPP suspension kit, Hydroboost brake booster.
They fit perfect, no hammering, no interference, no plugs or wires hitting (I did put a custom length Taylor wire kit on).

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Do you remember the part number for the headers and wires you used?

Thanks
Steve

 

[eagleguy]

Do you remember the part number for the headers and wires you used?

Thanks
Steve

I see Hedman 68198 headers are supposed to work.

 

[68Chevele]

I have to say the Patriot Headers I got a couple of months ago are really nice with a think mounting flange. My Hooker's suck big time. While they do work, Hookers are always a PIA to put in and hang too low. I also have been told my others that Hedman's do fit very well.

 

[eagleguy]

Well after learning that have the WRONG headers on my 70 396, I am getting ready to pull the pin and get new ones. I am down to Hedman y68198 or Doug D313. Any pros or cons?

 

[blm]

Dont know about Dougs but to the 68198 credit they are made from 14 gauge steel and have 3/8 flanges and they fit without modification. What else can one ask for.

 

[CMCE]

Here are some pictures and a video of the Hedman #68198 header installation. Hedman Elite Big Block Chevy 1-3/4" full length headers HED68198
#4 tube might need a little a bit of persuasion but that's about it. Ground clearance is excellent for long tubes.

 

[eagleguy]

Had my Hedman 68198 headers installed on my numbers matching 70 SS 396. Took the exhaust guy longer to get out the wrong headers than to get the correct ones in. No modifications or banging necessary and although not perfect I can now access my 7-8 spark plug boots and remove the plug!!!! Biggest issue at the moment is that I have to get new wires with 45 degree plug ends and pick a color!!

Car even runs and sounds a bit different, for the better.