Headers for a sbc 350 in a 66

[Kenfuzed]

Originally Posted by slowGN

You guys using the rams horns, how are you mounting the alternator? Different heads with the holes in them?

I'm using a bracket from Bills Hot Rod Company that mounts to the 2 or 3 holes on the front of the drivers side head. It doesn't require a manifold with the tab or can be used with headers.

Below is a picture from his site showing the side mount version and also a pic of the same bracket on my 350. To figure out what heads you have for the mounting holes here is a page from Bill that shows the various configurations.
http://www.billshotrodcompany.com/17043/17064.html

[Mjminino]

That is a very nice set up. I have it bookmarked for when I am ready.

[MikeN]

Originally Posted by slowGN

You guys using the rams horns, how are you mounting the alternator? Different heads with the holes in them?

If you find a set of stock GM rams horns, the LH manifold will have the alternator mounting boss cast into it, then you just need a couple of steel pieces from a mid-60's Impala to mount the alternator. Reproduction pieces are available.

I discarded the headers on my 64 C10 with 350 earlier this year in favor of the 2.5" rams horns. Here's what I learned...

The manifolds with 2.5" outlets were only used on Impalas and Corvettes. The RH manifold is the same for both cars, so the Corvette guys have bought them all up and driven the price up. A very nice reproduction is, however, available from places like Crane's Corvette Parts. The LH manifold, however (the one that mounts the alternator) is different between the Impala and the Corvette, so there is less demand. I was able to find a very nice used LH manifold (with alternator boss) for a reasonable price, and then bought the RH manifold from Crane's.

I'm very happy with the results. It cleaned up the engine compartment, and I like the sound better than with the headers.

[slowGN]

Would you happen to have a part number for the impala manifolds? I found some for a 65 ss 327 that look like they should work.
Thanks

[MikeN]

I don't have part numbers, but 65 Impala manifolds will definitely work, and a 65 Impala SS with the 327/300hp engine would have the desirable 2.5" outlets. You do NOT need heads with accessory holes if you use these manifolds. I can take a photo or two of mine with my iPhone if it will help you.

I see you're in Richmond...I was born/raised there

[slowGN]

That would be awesome if you could.
Nice here but not as much as it used to be. Still love the area though

[MikeN]

I'll take a couple photos on my lunch hour and find a way to either post them or email to you.

[slowGN]

Thanks!

[MikeN]

Do you have an email address where I can send these photos? They're not great, but may help a bit.