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Necoa #: 364
Location: 9(IN,KY,MI)
Joined: Jan 09, 2003
Posts: 1274
Year: 1978
Model: El Camino
Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2003 7:45 pm Post subject:
Should I have the same style (shorts) as that, but the Headman ones instead. The headman ones are just a bit over $100. _________________ 1978 El Camino Conquista/SS, F-41 suspension, 350/T5/3:73
(More pics on pg 6 of 5th gen members rides)
Necoa #: 364
Location: 9(IN,KY,MI)
Joined: Jan 09, 2003
Posts: 1274
Year: 1978
Model: El Camino
Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2003 7:52 pm Post subject:
Mine look exactly like the ones in the above pic. The ONLY thing I had to "modify" was the shift linkage. I had to put a slight bend in it to get into low 1. Other than that, it's a perfect fit.
Another option for $119 (Headman):
A friend of mine is running this style on his Elky, they fit great too! _________________ 1978 El Camino Conquista/SS, F-41 suspension, 350/T5/3:73
(More pics on pg 6 of 5th gen members rides)
One word of warning about the $100 Hedman headers. I went through three sets in six years on my 80 El Camino. Most of the Hedman and Flotech headers are thinner (18 gauge .0478") than the more expensive ones (14 gauge .0747") and will rust through much quicker. You get what you pay for.
_________________ Ernie
87 El Camino
"To be Old and Wise, you must first be Young and Stupid"
what is the part # for the 68 dolor set? LMK also what is the cost for the better ones and part # do they look the same? _________________ 79' Elkzzilla 305TPI/700R4 IN PROGRESS )
80' Elkzzilla Jr. 229/T-10 Parts Runner:)
Necoa #: 364
Location: 9(IN,KY,MI)
Joined: Jan 09, 2003
Posts: 1274
Year: 1978
Model: El Camino
Posted: Sun Aug 31, 2003 4:16 pm Post subject:
Elkzzilla wrote:
what is the part # for the 68 dolor set? LMK also what is the cost for the better ones and part # do they look the same?
Right click on the pic, select properties, the part # will be in the address line just before "jpg", hed-????. _________________ 1978 El Camino Conquista/SS, F-41 suspension, 350/T5/3:73
(More pics on pg 6 of 5th gen members rides)
Posted: Mon Sep 01, 2003 1:24 pm Post subject: headers
i am getting ready to install a 350 motor in my 85 elky and would like a few tips on the engine. first do they make headers now that you do not have to tighten up every 500 miles or so also is it possible to run true duels if you use headers? _________________ 85 el camino 350 342 gn posi rear blkand silver
Necoa #: 364
Location: 9(IN,KY,MI)
Joined: Jan 09, 2003
Posts: 1274
Year: 1978
Model: El Camino
Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 11:29 pm Post subject:
Elkzzilla wrote:
f-41 sespension what that all about
Factory F-41 option code perfomance suspension componants. Monte SS sway bars (front and rear), frame braces, Grand Prix frame brace, quick ratio steering box, stiffer springs. _________________ 1978 El Camino Conquista/SS, F-41 suspension, 350/T5/3:73
(More pics on pg 6 of 5th gen members rides)
pwp:first do they make headers now that you do not have to tighten up every 500 miles or so also is it possible to run true duels if you use headers?
You could use Stage8 locking header bolts. My dad has used them for years and i do now and they work really good. Also I've seen some in Hot Rod or Car Craft that have some type of set screw in the middle of the bolt that expands the threaded part of the bolt once you install them, never seen them in action but they look like they would work too.
As far as true duals you could notch your crossmember, thats what i'm getting ready to do. _________________ camino81
'81 El Camino (Now in less pieces all over the garage!)
Where two liters of displacement refers to soda
Factory F-41 option code perfomance suspension componants. Monte SS sway bars (front and rear), frame braces, Grand Prix frame brace, quick ratio steering box, stiffer springs.
Do you have pics of the braces and there locations? _________________ 79' Elkzzilla 305TPI/700R4 IN PROGRESS )
80' Elkzzilla Jr. 229/T-10 Parts Runner:)
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I have the same style (shorts) as that, but the Headman ones instead. The headman ones are just a bit over $100.
