Stainless Header

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jeepguy800
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Stainless Header

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Does anyone know of a stainless steel header for a 360/401? Recently bought a 78 chief and want to redo the exhaust. I have my eye on BJ's exhaust but I cant seem to find a stainless header to go with it. I would assume I want a 3" collector as well since the exhaust is 3"? Any thoughts ideas or suggestions? Thanks!

Fast Eddie
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Re: Stainless Header

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I DON'T know of any SS headers made, however many have the option to Ceramic Coat them for extra $$. Many brands like, Hedman, Patriot, and Doug Thorley which BJ's sells exclusive! Most have 3" outlets and a ball and socket flange @ collector....
1979 J20, 360 w/NV4500/D300 Twin Stick/3.73 SOLD
1978 Cherokee Chief W/T Levi interior, 360 Q/T. SCRAPPED
1970 Gladiator J4800 Camper Special, Buick 350, 4spd. SOLD

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jeepguy800
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Re: Stainless Header

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That looks like just what I’m looking for. Will there be any clearance issues like front driveshaft etc? Anyone’s thoughts on 3” all the way out? Possibly not enough back pressure? Thanks!

Fast Eddie
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Re: Stainless Header

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Those ARE very nice, BUT built to fit a AMC passenger car, not a JEEP!! I would do my homework before buying these headers. The Doug Thorley are made to fit SJ bodies! And better torque too! Try-Y design...FYI
1979 J20, 360 w/NV4500/D300 Twin Stick/3.73 SOLD
1978 Cherokee Chief W/T Levi interior, 360 Q/T. SCRAPPED
1970 Gladiator J4800 Camper Special, Buick 350, 4spd. SOLD

rocklaurence
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Re: Stainless Header

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Is there a reason to go with the hedders? There was a post a while back that showed Dyno results and how little HP the long and short hedders made vs the AMC manifolds. Unless your building a high RPM motor I wouldnt take-on the hedders.

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Re: Stainless Header

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They look nicer and generally flow better. Eliminates the air tubes etc. and I was hoping to switch to a HP 401 at some point.
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