1979 malibu headers for bbc
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With the 2455 headers, raise the motor or tilt it up on the driver's side with the oil filter off, car raised up and supported. The header will slip in. The passenger side goes on with motor in place with no plugs or starter in place. I used a reciprocating saw to trim the rear lower a frame mount to clear the tubes.
If you have raised port heads, I had to cut the tube that passes under the a frame mount and extend it with a bend I got from Speedway Motors.
I have ran both styles of headers. Still have cars with each set in place.
You can get a little addional clearance buy pulling the brake proportioning valve off the frame and grinding the mount boss off flush with body (its only like 1/4 inch or so) it helps with header and brake line room.
If you have raised port heads, I had to cut the tube that passes under the a frame mount and extend it with a bend I got from Speedway Motors.
I have ran both styles of headers. Still have cars with each set in place.
You can get a little addional clearance buy pulling the brake proportioning valve off the frame and grinding the mount boss off flush with body (its only like 1/4 inch or so) it helps with header and brake line room.
