73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SatisTraction · 02-23-2010, 10:09 PM

I am still searching for headers for my swap and I am not satisfied

So far i have been told that Pacesetter F body headers will fit with a little work. That is good and i may try them but there are many othe headers out there that i wonder about.

so if you have tried ANY headers that fit or did not fit please let me know. Once the list is made it will be great for future swaps.

I will update the list as i get the info.

Will fit:
1.
2.

Will fit with work"
1. F body pacesetter headers

DID NOT fit.
1. Doug thorely headers for the 67-72 c10

If you have tried any of these please let me know.
1. GTO headers
2. 99-06 silverado truck headers
3. 07-10 truck headers
4. hooker 67-69 camaro swap headers (i have a set of these and they look like they may fit.
5.mid length F body headers
6.??

pcmcobra · 02-23-2010, 10:23 PM

Street and performance fit. Just call and talk to Mark, tell him what you have and what tranny(important). Pricey but look good and fit.

Gordonr1973 · 03-22-2011, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcmcobra

Street and performance fit. Just call and talk to Mark, tell him what you have and what tranny(important). Pricey but look good and fit.

x2

I bought mine from Mark, they took a while to show up but I think that\s because I'm in Alberta.

They aren't cheap --- you just have to tell him exactly what they are bolting onto and what kind / year truck frame you have.

There was one other thing he needed to know but I'm out of town right now and don't have my notes with me to check, will edit once I remember.

my4by2 · 03-22-2011, 08:45 PM

You can get some from Street & Performance like I did. Very nice quality & fit - they build them custom in-house. Bunch of different applications. Worth a shot!

love my 72 · 03-23-2011, 12:40 AM

any one got a part number on the s&p headers? so that SatisTraction can update the list he started?

spinem · 02-23-2010, 10:36 PM

just gotta scroll

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=388511

STOCKISH · 02-23-2010, 10:45 PM

I'm sorry but that doesnt tell him anything. As said earlier in that post, it's not even a 73-87 frame pictured. I dont trust the guys at BRP, lots of promises and no proof of anything.

Ceeten · 02-23-2010, 10:50 PM

I think I'm gonna swap the flanges on some big block headers and have them ceramic coated. Seems like the best way to get true big/long tubes.

Ceeten · 02-23-2010, 10:51 PM

And that brp crossmember for our trucks looks like they smashed exhaust tubing in a vice.

love my 72 · 03-22-2011, 01:35 PM

Wow! SatisTraction,

what a great idea! this way we have a small library of different options instead of all of us running the same header that one board member found and then every one just copies that person.

well here is my contribution to the "does not fit" its the edelbrock 65022

I tried bolting them om on to an 86 with a 6.0L that uses the TransDapt adapter plates 4572, these are the adapter plates that bolt on to the factory small block location. hope this helps somebody!

the drivers side bolted on as you will see in the pictures but there is maybe 1/8th clearance between the header and the frame.

Passenger side does not even bolt on, the header his the frame and motor mount saddle.

I hope more people will contribute to this thread as it will place all the header information on one thread as opposed to reading thru build threads that wile very informative, some times its hard just finding the specific info you need

Gordonr1973 · 03-23-2011, 12:50 AM

I had a thread in LSx swaps asking for a part number on these headers....not a reply in weeks.

I think you just have to call Mark and tell him your application.

my4by2 · 03-23-2011, 02:09 AM

Yeah, that's what I did - just called them up & gave them the application info - they go from there. May have been a part number on it when it arrived at the shop but I never saw it sorry... They are very helpful though there at S&P.

gchemist · 03-23-2011, 02:12 AM

Here is a complete conversion article: http://www.hotrodlane.cc/77chevytruck/77chevy.htm

fgrecycling · 06-20-2011, 08:24 PM

adding to the list I have an 86 K30 with advanced adapter mounts this is a 4x4 truck

DID FIT:

the 88-98 shoenfeld ls swap headers fit with trimming the D/S frame about 1/2 but collector is very close to shifter but no interference, P/S fit with cutting off trans ear but is almost touching my vaccum modualtor on the th400

DID NOT:

Someone recomended 73-87 BBC headers and LS flanges, no way. for one the head is on more of a downward angle so the headers flare way out. Even after heating and bending them straight they would not work with the LS flange because the tubes hit each other and I was about 1" off the last port. These would take extensive modification of the tubes to work.

87chevy.com · 06-20-2011, 10:33 PM

I am running the 99- style 5.3 pace setter headers on my truck fit is retarded close even after dinging some of the tubes. on occasion i get a header to frame rattle. They work for me... i made my own adapter plates.
clint

Naught · 11-26-2013, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SatisTraction

I am still searching for headers for my swap and I am not satisfied

So far i have been told that Pacesetter F body headers will fit with a little work. That is good and i may try them but there are many othe headers out there that i wonder about.

so if you have tried ANY headers that fit or did not fit please let me know. Once the list is made it will be great for future swaps.

I will update the list as i get the info.

Will fit:
1.
2.

Will fit with work"
1. F body pacesetter headers

DID NOT fit.
1. Doug thorely headers for the 67-72 c10

If you have tried any of these please let me know.
1. GTO headers
2. 99-06 silverado truck headers
3. 07-10 truck headers
4. hooker 67-69 camaro swap headers (i have a set of these and they look like they may fit.
5.mid length F body headers
6.??

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2wd73blazer · 12-22-2014, 12:31 PM

Did the Hooker Headers interfere with the gear selector? If so how did you fix it?

Naught · 01-09-2015, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2wd73blazer

Did the Hooker Headers interfere with the gear selector? If so how did you fix it?

Yes they do interfere. I'm in the process of putting frame back together and will let you know how I fix it.

Stepper86 · 12-22-2014, 05:02 PM

I have Hooker Hustlers (mid) installed. I had to trim engine mount shells a little. But otherwise they went right in.

bnoon · 12-22-2014, 08:07 PM

What about the OBX truck headers for 99+ Vortec trucks? I had those on my 2003 Silverado SS and loved them.

bbbc10 · 12-23-2014, 05:23 AM

I seen ppl use trailblazer ss headers

also schoenfield headers

an these jus came out not long ago

http://www.streetlegaltv.com/news/ne...ed-73-87-c10s/

homemade87 · 12-23-2014, 08:13 AM

I went thru the header thing on my 82 2wd . Schoenfield headers did not fit very well . Touched the upper control arm and was not much clearance for the stock linkage at all.

Got wind of someone using a Dynatech long tube 70-81 camaro header and holy cow these thinks fit like they were made for it . Cleared everything . If your looking to use stock linkage these will work. .They were a long tube so they pointed at the trans cross-member .I did not want to jockey it over so I changed it out to one of summits 3" rise round universal one so the exhaust would shoot straight back. Looks like it was made for it . I would highly recommend these for your swap .

paul66c10 · 12-23-2014, 01:35 PM

Ive got the trailblazer ss long tubes made by pacesetter on mine. They fit great but I am running a porterbuilt dropmember in my truck.

maxh · 12-27-2014, 07:41 PM

I used the Muscle Rods Hedman headers on my LS swap. I had zero issues. They were a shorty header granted.

mikentosh · 12-27-2014, 11:59 PM

I also went with the Hedman Muscle Rods for my LS3 swap and they fit great.

02-23-2010, 10:09 PM	#1
SatisTraction Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: jackson ms Posts: 133	73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I am still searching for headers for my swap and I am not satisfied So far i have been told that Pacesetter F body headers will fit with a little work. That is good and i may try them but there are many othe headers out there that i wonder about. so if you have tried ANY headers that fit or did not fit please let me know. Once the list is made it will be great for future swaps. I will update the list as i get the info. Will fit: 1. 2. Will fit with work" 1. F body pacesetter headers DID NOT fit. 1. Doug thorely headers for the 67-72 c10 If you have tried any of these please let me know. 1. GTO headers 2. 99-06 silverado truck headers 3. 07-10 truck headers 4. hooker 67-69 camaro swap headers (i have a set of these and they look like they may fit. 5.mid length F body headers 6.?? __________________ WTB 73-87 SWB fleetside bed!! 85 C10 6.0 project 69 camaro ls1 / t56 90 mustang lx 75 bronco injected 351w

02-23-2010, 10:23 PM	#2
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Street and performance fit. Just call and talk to Mark, tell him what you have and what tranny(important). Pricey but look good and fit. __________________ 1986 C10 SWB 6.0/6l90e Miami...Flee it like a native

03-22-2011, 08:45 PM	#4
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? You can get some from Street & Performance like I did. Very nice quality & fit - they build them custom in-house. Bunch of different applications. Worth a shot! Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

03-23-2011, 12:40 AM	#5
love my 72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: East Bay,CA Posts: 298	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? any one got a part number on the s&p headers? so that SatisTraction can update the list he started? __________________ 51 Chevy 3100 Deluxe Cab(SOLD) 65 **stang 6cyl 70 C10 Long Bed Fleetside(1st truck,thanks Dad![SOLD]) 72 C10 Short Bed Fleetside 73 Blazer 2WD Catalina Blue White Top(Needs Love) 73 Blazer 2WD Work in progress LT1/4L60E 83 Grand National (SOLD) 94 Blazer K1500 Silverado (SOLD) 96 Impala SS All original (NEXT IN LINE 2 B SOLD) 99 Tahoe 2DR, 2WD

02-23-2010, 10:36 PM	#6
spinem haha, ford guys... Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Visalia, CA Posts: 576	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? just gotta scroll http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=388511

02-23-2010, 10:45 PM	#7
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I'm sorry but that doesnt tell him anything. As said earlier in that post, it's not even a 73-87 frame pictured. I dont trust the guys at BRP, lots of promises and no proof of anything. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

02-23-2010, 10:50 PM	#8
Ceeten Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Jay, Fl Posts: 126	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I think I'm gonna swap the flanges on some big block headers and have them ceramic coated. Seems like the best way to get true big/long tubes.

02-23-2010, 10:51 PM	#9
Ceeten Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Jay, Fl Posts: 126	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? And that brp crossmember for our trucks looks like they smashed exhaust tubing in a vice.

03-22-2011, 01:35 PM	#10
love my 72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: East Bay,CA Posts: 298	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Wow! SatisTraction, what a great idea! this way we have a small library of different options instead of all of us running the same header that one board member found and then every one just copies that person. well here is my contribution to the "does not fit" its the edelbrock 65022 I tried bolting them om on to an 86 with a 6.0L that uses the TransDapt adapter plates 4572, these are the adapter plates that bolt on to the factory small block location. hope this helps somebody! the drivers side bolted on as you will see in the pictures but there is maybe 1/8th clearance between the header and the frame. Passenger side does not even bolt on, the header his the frame and motor mount saddle. I hope more people will contribute to this thread as it will place all the header information on one thread as opposed to reading thru build threads that wile very informative, some times its hard just finding the specific info you need Attached Images __________________ 51 Chevy 3100 Deluxe Cab(SOLD) 65 **stang 6cyl 70 C10 Long Bed Fleetside(1st truck,thanks Dad![SOLD]) 72 C10 Short Bed Fleetside 73 Blazer 2WD Catalina Blue White Top(Needs Love) 73 Blazer 2WD Work in progress LT1/4L60E 83 Grand National (SOLD) 94 Blazer K1500 Silverado (SOLD) 96 Impala SS All original (NEXT IN LINE 2 B SOLD) 99 Tahoe 2DR, 2WD

03-23-2011, 12:50 AM	#11
Gordonr1973 Home Built '87 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary, Alberta Canada Posts: 1,829	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I had a thread in LSx swaps asking for a part number on these headers....not a reply in weeks. I think you just have to call Mark and tell him your application. __________________ Gordon 1998 White Chev ext cab 2WD (Summer Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=408424 1987 Chev Silverado SWB (Winter Project Rebuild) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424833 Truck Club http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466969

03-23-2011, 02:09 AM	#12
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Yeah, that's what I did - just called them up & gave them the application info - they go from there. May have been a part number on it when it arrived at the shop but I never saw it sorry... They are very helpful though there at S&P. __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

03-23-2011, 02:12 AM	#13
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Here is a complete conversion article: http://www.hotrodlane.cc/77chevytruck/77chevy.htm __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

06-20-2011, 08:24 PM	#14
fgrecycling Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: South Jersey Posts: 4	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? adding to the list I have an 86 K30 with advanced adapter mounts this is a 4x4 truck DID FIT: the 88-98 shoenfeld ls swap headers fit with trimming the D/S frame about 1/2 but collector is very close to shifter but no interference, P/S fit with cutting off trans ear but is almost touching my vaccum modualtor on the th400 DID NOT: Someone recomended 73-87 BBC headers and LS flanges, no way. for one the head is on more of a downward angle so the headers flare way out. Even after heating and bending them straight they would not work with the LS flange because the tubes hit each other and I was about 1" off the last port. These would take extensive modification of the tubes to work. Last edited by fgrecycling; 06-20-2011 at 08:25 PM.

06-20-2011, 10:33 PM	#15
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,266	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I am running the 99- style 5.3 pace setter headers on my truck fit is retarded close even after dinging some of the tubes. on occasion i get a header to frame rattle. They work for me... i made my own adapter plates. clint __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress

12-22-2014, 12:31 PM	#17
2wd73blazer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: North Augusta,SC Posts: 801	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Did the Hooker Headers interfere with the gear selector? If so how did you fix it?



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12-22-2014, 05:02 PM	#19
Stepper86 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 263	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I have Hooker Hustlers (mid) installed. I had to trim engine mount shells a little. But otherwise they went right in. __________________ Tom.______________________________________ The fleet: 2007 BMW 530xi M (daily driver) 1986 C-10 Stepside (project "my time") 1992 Corvette cab (summer time daily driver) 1969 Cadilac DeVille Cab ("it just need some paint")

12-22-2014, 08:07 PM	#20
bnoon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Des Moines IA Posts: 1,250	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? What about the OBX truck headers for 99+ Vortec trucks? I had those on my 2003 Silverado SS and loved them. __________________ - 1981 Sierra 454, NV4500 swap - 2006 Z06, 25k miles - 1973 Nova - Project CarNova Virus on Youtube

12-23-2014, 05:23 AM	#21
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I seen ppl use trailblazer ss headers also schoenfield headers an these jus came out not long ago http://www.streetlegaltv.com/news/ne...ed-73-87-c10s/

12-23-2014, 08:13 AM	#22
homemade87 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guntersville Alabama Posts: 1,073	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I went thru the header thing on my 82 2wd . Schoenfield headers did not fit very well . Touched the upper control arm and was not much clearance for the stock linkage at all. Got wind of someone using a Dynatech long tube 70-81 camaro header and holy cow these thinks fit like they were made for it . Cleared everything . If your looking to use stock linkage these will work. .They were a long tube so they pointed at the trans cross-member .I did not want to jockey it over so I changed it out to one of summits 3" rise round universal one so the exhaust would shoot straight back. Looks like it was made for it . I would highly recommend these for your swap . Last edited by homemade87; 12-23-2014 at 08:23 AM.

12-23-2014, 01:35 PM	#23
paul66c10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: chesapeake, va Posts: 89	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? Ive got the trailblazer ss long tubes made by pacesetter on mine. They fit great but I am running a porterbuilt dropmember in my truck. __________________ 1986 gmc shortbed (right now its rough) porterbuilt dropmember front mmw flat plate uppers and lowers, soon to have porterbuilt rear dropmember, painted cherry red rallies, flat green primer in the works with a gloss white roof, 92 civic dx daily beater, 01 z06 new toy

12-27-2014, 07:41 PM	#24
maxh Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Lethbridge, Alberta Posts: 174	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I used the Muscle Rods Hedman headers on my LS swap. I had zero issues. They were a shorty header granted. __________________ Instagram @maxh15 #maxhtrucks

12-27-2014, 11:59 PM	#25
mikentosh Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 406	Re: 73-87 C10 ls1 swap guys, what headers have you tried that did or DID NOT fit? I also went with the Hedman Muscle Rods for my LS3 swap and they fit great.

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