should I install my new engine and new headers (SLP) together (already bolted on) or install the engine first and then install the headers?

reason: somethings may need to be moved or adjusted for the headers. I have't installed headers in this car before so no adjustments have been made and I don't know if there are clearance problems w/ the SLP 1 5/8 headers.


James

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1985 Z-28 305 TPI
165 ECM,STB,SFC,GW "wonderbar"

 

I don't think you'd be able to do it with them already bolted to the engine. I put hedmans on mine, so it might be a little different, but can't be by much. I'd use some string or bungee cords or something to sort of tie the headers into the engine bay before the motor goes in. That way they are where they need to be (or close to it), but out of the way for setting the motor in.

 

I just pulled the motor out last week with the SLP 1 5/8" headers still bolted to the motor. You just have to be careful not to scratch them up.

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87 IROC-Z 305 TPI gears, exhaust, converter
14.70 at 94.1 mph
Solid Roller Minirammed 377 waiting to be installed