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Old 01-25-2008, 09:54 AM   #1
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I have a 64 C20 283 with a 3 on the tree. I read through the headers threads and came upon these http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku. They showed up yesterday and I realized that there is linkage in the way. I noticed some people on here have these same headers so I was wondering how you got around the clutch linkage (i think that's what it is.) Any help would be greatly appreciated! I need to get these old ramhorns off!
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Old 01-25-2008, 11:38 PM   #2
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How about some pictures of your truck and the problem area.
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Old 01-25-2008, 11:44 PM   #3
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Re: New Here and Need Help!

I installed the same headers on my '66 Chevy C10 with a factory 327. The linkage you are having difficulty with is the "Z" bar from the driver side frame rail to the engine block. I removed this assembly and installed the headers.

After the header was installed, I inserted the "Z" bar back in place between the header tubes. It would not fully engage the clutch, so I removed the lower arm and repositioned it to allow the assembly to operate properly. After welding it in the new position, I adjusted the pushrod and everything worked properly.

Unfortunately, I did not record this process with pictures, however, it was a relatively easy modification. I hope this information is helpful.
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Old 01-26-2008, 10:29 AM   #4
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Alright that sounds easy enough... You wouldn't be able to snap a quick photo of it by chance? Thanks for your help!
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Old 01-26-2008, 01:55 PM   #5
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Yep..............exactly what i did with my linkage..........................repositionrd the bottom and rewelded on in the right position................................hemmit
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Old 01-26-2008, 02:15 PM   #6
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Anybody have pictures??? My buddy and I are gonna try and get it working this weekend, but some reference pictures would be great!
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Old 01-26-2008, 02:20 PM   #7
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Here's one for sale already done.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=275857
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Old 01-26-2008, 04:32 PM   #8
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Re: New Here and Need Help!

The best thing to do is remove your Z bar, install the headers, cut off the bottom arm, install the Z bar and mark the new position prior to welding in new location. It is very difficult to get a clear picture of the assembly installed due to the clutter down there.
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Old 01-26-2008, 05:09 PM   #9
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Re: New Here and Need Help!

Good for you in doing a search!!!

It may be a not so popular response or opinion, but in reality, the ram horns aren't so bad. In fact, they are pretty good.

You may want to think a bit and leave them where they are rather than learning the pain of headers...

Seriously!

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Old 01-26-2008, 05:24 PM   #10
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Re: New Here and Need Help!

Header bolt technology has come a long way in the past twenty years, as well as, the quality of the mounting flanges of the headers currently on the market. I wouldn't hesitate installing a good quality set of headers and a set of ARP header bolts. Many of the problems with headers have been addressed with the latest technology. In any case, good luck with your install.

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Old 01-27-2008, 02:19 AM   #11
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Thanks for all the help guys it should go well hopefully tomorrow. If not I might just have to buy that modified one from the classifieds. Thanks!
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Old 01-27-2008, 11:33 AM   #12
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It may be a not so popular response or opinion, but in reality, the ram horns aren't so bad. In fact, they are pretty good.
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Old 01-27-2008, 11:46 AM   #13
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I have a number of factory V8 trucks '64-'66 with the factory Ram horn cast iron exhaust manifolds. They are tried and true.
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Old 01-27-2008, 02:11 PM   #14
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I have a built 350 waiting in my buddy's garage right now. I'm trying these headers out on the 283 for a little while though to see how I like them
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