I have been following all the threads about manifolds vs headers, the problem I have is it seems Hooker Super Comps are the only headers made to fit my car. big $$ and not too sure if the proformance gain would be worth it. Does any one know where I could get a set of headers for under $500? I have looked all over (JEGGS, SUMMIT, ETC).
For the time being I removed the conector pipe, (goes from left mani to feed the right side) and blocked it off. I now have true duels but no crossover pipe. it is 2 1/4" into flowmasters. I know not the best setup but untill I can find or decide on heaaders it will do

 

I was just on ebay and there's a set that supposedly will fit the Pontiac Ventura body with an Olds engine. I'm not sure they have that straight, but if they do I would think that would be the same as the Omega chassis. It's a business so you might ask them if they have your application. The ebay auction is:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-H...1750QQtcZphoto

Good Luck! John

 

You are probably correct that they are on the same frames. NOVA is an acronym for the four sisters:

N for Nova - Chevy
O for Omega - Olds
V for Ventura - Pontiac
A for Apallo - Buick

You guys probably knew that but maybe some people didn't

 

Thanks
I've been looking. I just sent an e-mail to them and will be waiting for an answer

 

I didn't see the Ventura application, but these WON'T fit a 74 Omega in any case. The 68-74 X-body uses the same basic subframe as the first gen F-body (Camaro/Firebird). That means rear steer - the steering box and center link/tie rods are BEHIND the crossmember. This is a major problem for header fitment - just like on the 65-70 full size cars.

The headers in that link show that they fit the front steer A-body cars. They also show fitment for the 70-81 F-body. The second gen Camaro/Firebird subframe uses front steer just like the A-body cars. Note that the 70-81 F-body and 75-79 X-body use the same front suspension and steering, so these WILL fit a 75-79 Ventura (and Omega) with an Olds motor, but definitely NOT the 68-74 cars. I'm pretty sure the Olds 260 was offered in the Ventura for part of the 75-79 period.

 

Well I just heard from Ray at "The Header Shop" and he has the same bad news, only Hooker Super Comps are made for my car, just under $500.I think I will us the money other places. Thanks for the link 2blu.
How about advise on heads, I have the #8 smog heads on it now is there something better that will bolt right up without major modifications? (should I make another post for this?) sorry don't know all the rules.