455 exhauset header interference problem help needed
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455 exhauset header interference problem help needed
I've got a 68 cutlass convertible with a 455. I purchased thorley headers for the cutlass and 455 and just discovered that the passenger side header contacts the fire wall. The header tube just barely touches it. What should I do. I purchased the headers almost 1 year ago so I'm assuming returning them is not viable. The headers also have a nice nickel coating which would be a shame to damage with heat. Should I e-bay them and start over? Help.
#2
Does it touch the firewall or the heater box?
I would make adjustments in the firewall or the box whichever is necessary. Also put some insulating rap around the pipe in that spot.
Gene
I would make adjustments in the firewall or the box whichever is necessary. Also put some insulating rap around the pipe in that spot.
Gene
#3
That doesn't look too bad. You were fortunate if that is the only problem you had with the fit. My passenger header hit the firewall as well. I just beat the snot of it though. You could always notch out the firewall and weld in a cup.
#4
If it were me, I would try to clearance the firewall. Probably use a long pry bar against the wall with the header as the fulcrum. Use a rag or something to keep from scratching anything thing.
Worst case, remove header, and clearance the firewall with a hammer.
Worst case, remove header, and clearance the firewall with a hammer.
#10
I agree with all the recommendations as any/all of them will work. I pose one question though. Is is possibly caused by worn engine mounts? If so, obviously, that might be a fix. I realize that if the mounts were to wear then more than likely the engine would sit a little lower, not back, but just sharing that idea...
#11
header fit
I put headers on my 455, 64 cutlass and had the oposite problem, the headers were hitting the passenger side crossmember, what I found out is that the aftermarket engine mounts are sloppy, with factory exhaust manifolds this doesn't pose a problem. I fixed it by welding the holes on the mounts where they bolt to the block closed and redrilling them to raise the engine up, you may be able to do the same, in the opposite direction to lower the engine away from the floorboards. as long as the oil pan doesnt hit the rossmember you should be fine.
Scott
Scott
#12
Norm asked if it was a convertible. It is.
Is there a difference at the firewall on the convertible?
I think I'll try to make some fine adjustments to the firewall, and, fine adjustments to the header tube.
Thanks for the advice.
Is there a difference at the firewall on the convertible?
I think I'll try to make some fine adjustments to the firewall, and, fine adjustments to the header tube.
Thanks for the advice.
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It was that, or ask him if it was a Supreme. Explanation is below.
Header catalogs say there is a difference (in convertibles and Supremes) but no one knows where, or what, it might be.
Header fitment (or misfitment?) can occur with one of two identical cars. Joe_p's "tolerance stack" theory, makes perfect sense to me, especially if space is limited.
Norm
Header fitment (or misfitment?) can occur with one of two identical cars. Joe_p's "tolerance stack" theory, makes perfect sense to me, especially if space is limited.
Norm
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Not to high jack this thread, but is this rotation what can cause cracks in the drivers side pillar. I have a friend who bought a real 69 W-30 that came with slicks. [and was drag raced] It has a small crack in drivers side pillar.
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