My main concern about a big block swap is passing emissions tests. In texas they are supposed to start the "sniffer" testing again next year

but heres a few questions I've thought of.

1.) Where do the Hooker headers interfere with the subframe? I am under the impression that they hit the subframe on their way to exit on the outside of the subframe. If that is the case, couldn't I just run some tubing straight back along the subframe and exit through the ground effects in front of the rear wheels?

2.) Will the holley injection or the ram-whatever efi kits in jeg's and summit pass emissions tests? I am thinking of either going carb or one of those.

3.) Is Hooker the only company making a header for the BBC in a 3rd gen, and is the subframe interference the only complaint about them?

4.) What about hood clearance? Would I need to run a cowl hood, or something with more clearance?


Thats all I could think of...for now, but I'm sure there will be plenty more questions!

Thanks,
Cale

 

1) Several places. It's listed on my page.
2) Don't know, but I doubt it.
3) Nope, just the cheapest ~370. Nope, it's on my page.
4) Yes unless you run a low rise intake and a flat style filter. There is a stack up drawing of my setup on my page.

Again, most of the information needed for a BBC & T400 swap is on my page already.

Miles

 

Cool, I'm there now, lots of info, THANKS!!!!

Cale

 

Hitting the SFC will depend on who's SFC you use. From pics I've seen, there a few that connect along the rocker panels. My headers exit right where the SFC should connect. I don't know if there would be any interference but it would be very close.

My custom SFC join more to the subframe close to the tranny crossmember so I have no problems.