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skoffice · 01-28-2010, 09:38 AM

Hey guys I'm putting an LQ9 in my 64 and am almost to the point where I can fire it up. I'm stuck at the point of headers now.. I cant exactly afford the Doug Thorley's. I have heard that the 98-02 F body headers will fit with modification. I'm looking for a bit more detail on specifically what brand of headers and what modification needs to be done, otherwise I'm probably going to just build a set even though I don't really have that kind of time right now. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

**Hart_Rod** · 01-28-2010, 10:38 AM

What motor mounts are you using?

Custom 68 · 01-28-2010, 02:47 PM

It can be hit or miss like Rob asked on the motor mounts. I am using mid length headers for a Camaro.
I made my own mounts and was able to get these to fit without any issues.

blazerboy72 · 01-28-2010, 04:25 PM

I am using hooker block huggers. You can get them on ebay for around $150, I believe I paid $175 for my ceramic coated ones.

skoffice · 01-28-2010, 06:31 PM

I used the stock engine mounts and made the adapter plate. I'm looking to run long tubes if possible.

Robert Paul Thomas · 01-28-2010, 08:44 PM

Made my own motor mounts, used Street and Performance headers, the fit is awesome

skoffice · 01-29-2010, 04:54 AM

I just checked out their online catalog and didn't see anything about truck headers on there? I saw all the car ones though. Am I looking in the wrong place?

**Hart_Rod** · 01-29-2010, 09:09 AM

Doug Thorley makes some really nice ones....

Shon · 01-29-2010, 09:41 AM

If interested in the Doug Thorley's or Pacesetters let me know.

**N2TRUX** · 01-29-2010, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Shon

If interested in the Doug Thorley's or Pacesetters let me know.

Thanks for dropping in Shon.

bruce bruce · 01-29-2010, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Dough Thorley makes some really nice ones....

Are those headers C-10 specific or just F-body style? Nice roller

Shon · 01-29-2010, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by bruce bruce

Are those headers C-10 specific or just F-body style? Nice roller

DT makes C10 specific headers for the swap.
The pacesetters are F-body and require some manipulation of metal.

I am using the DTs; click on link in sig to see many pictures of them on the truck and clearance.

skoffice · 01-30-2010, 07:15 PM

I'd probably be leaning toward Pacesetters, even though those Thorley's look BEAUTIFUL. I just know that the Pacesetters are going to fit my budget much better. I'm just curious what metal work I would have to do to make the F body headers work? I am by no means afraid of metal work, but does the amount of work it takes to make them fit outweigh the amount of work it takes for me to just build a custom set? That's what I was planning on doing in the first place but then I heard about the F body option...

Shon · 01-30-2010, 09:12 PM

LS1 Pacesetter Coated RACE style Headers $395 shipped

Do a search on here and you will find pix of the needs of putting the Pacesetters on these trucks. The frame has to be cut and some of the tubes bent.

c10seconds · 02-01-2010, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Shon

LS1 Pacesetter Coated RACE style Headers $395 shipped

Do a search on here and you will find pix of the needs of putting the Pacesetters on these trucks. The frame has to be cut and some of the tubes bent.

how much are the doug thorley headers going for? Im in need of a set? just wondering if your price was any different than their web sites

**Hart_Rod** · 02-01-2010, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by c10seconds

how much are the doug thorley headers going for? Im in need of a set? just wondering if your price was any different than their web sites

I think one of the board members/vendors (SHON??) has them listed for $479 shipped....

Shon · 02-01-2010, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by c10seconds

how much are the doug thorley headers going for? Im in need of a set? just wondering if your price was any different than their web sites

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

I think one of the board members/vendors (SHON??) has them listed for $479 shipped....

$475 shipped if you send me a Money Order, $500 shipped if paid with Paypal.

nomrlz · 02-01-2010, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Shon

$475 shipped if you send me a Money Order, $500 shipped if paid with Paypal.

i never thought i'd say this about a pair of headers. that is purdy darn cheap. is this price temporary or good for awhile?

Shon · 02-01-2010, 05:43 PM

Been doing this price for a few months now. I would say thru the end of Feb at least. if we keep moving them we might extend it further.

skoffice · 02-01-2010, 06:16 PM

Jeez now I'm starting to lean toward the DT's. Thats a hell of a deal!

68 short step · 02-01-2010, 06:38 PM

something that is note worthy, is that your stock oil dipstick, and plug wires will not fit with the DT headers....might want to ask shon what he recomends, and how much extra that stuff is.

nomrlz · 02-01-2010, 06:58 PM

good to know. these unexpected costs can add up quick

skoffice · 02-01-2010, 07:01 PM

I've got all that stuff covered already. Thanks for lookin out though!

nomrlz · 02-01-2010, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by skoffice

I've got all that stuff covered already. Thanks for lookin out though!

do share please, for a noob

68 short step · 02-01-2010, 07:49 PM

x2 please tell

01-28-2010, 09:38 AM	#1
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Headers for LS1? Hey guys I'm putting an LQ9 in my 64 and am almost to the point where I can fire it up. I'm stuck at the point of headers now.. I cant exactly afford the Doug Thorley's. I have heard that the 98-02 F body headers will fit with modification. I'm looking for a bit more detail on specifically what brand of headers and what modification needs to be done, otherwise I'm probably going to just build a set even though I don't really have that kind of time right now. Any information would be greatly appreciated! __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

01-28-2010, 10:38 AM	#2
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,837	Re: Headers for LS1? What motor mounts are you using? __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

01-28-2010, 02:47 PM	#3
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,928	Re: Headers for LS1? It can be hit or miss like Rob asked on the motor mounts. I am using mid length headers for a Camaro. I made my own mounts and was able to get these to fit without any issues. __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

01-28-2010, 04:25 PM	#4
blazerboy72 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Temple, Ga Posts: 854	Re: Headers for LS1? I am using hooker block huggers. You can get them on ebay for around $150, I believe I paid $175 for my ceramic coated ones.

01-28-2010, 06:31 PM	#5
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Re: Headers for LS1? I used the stock engine mounts and made the adapter plate. I'm looking to run long tubes if possible. __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

01-28-2010, 08:44 PM	#6
Robert Paul Thomas 1967 C-10 SWB LS-6 T-56 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 425	Re: Headers for LS1? Made my own motor mounts, used Street and Performance headers, the fit is awesome

01-29-2010, 04:54 AM	#7
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Re: Headers for LS1? I just checked out their online catalog and didn't see anything about truck headers on there? I saw all the car ones though. Am I looking in the wrong place? __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

01-29-2010, 09:09 AM	#8
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,837	Re: Headers for LS1? Doug Thorley makes some really nice ones.... Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 01-09-2011 at 01:26 PM.

01-29-2010, 09:41 AM	#9
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: Headers for LS1? If interested in the Doug Thorley's or Pacesetters let me know. __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap

01-30-2010, 07:15 PM	#13
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Re: Headers for LS1? I'd probably be leaning toward Pacesetters, even though those Thorley's look BEAUTIFUL. I just know that the Pacesetters are going to fit my budget much better. I'm just curious what metal work I would have to do to make the F body headers work? I am by no means afraid of metal work, but does the amount of work it takes to make them fit outweigh the amount of work it takes for me to just build a custom set? That's what I was planning on doing in the first place but then I heard about the F body option... __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

01-30-2010, 09:12 PM	#14
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: Headers for LS1? LS1 Pacesetter Coated RACE style Headers $395 shipped Do a search on here and you will find pix of the needs of putting the Pacesetters on these trucks. The frame has to be cut and some of the tubes bent. __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap

02-01-2010, 05:43 PM	#19
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: Headers for LS1? Been doing this price for a few months now. I would say thru the end of Feb at least. if we keep moving them we might extend it further. __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap

02-01-2010, 06:16 PM	#20
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Re: Headers for LS1? Jeez now I'm starting to lean toward the DT's. Thats a hell of a deal! __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

02-01-2010, 06:38 PM	#21
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: Headers for LS1? something that is note worthy, is that your stock oil dipstick, and plug wires will not fit with the DT headers....might want to ask shon what he recomends, and how much extra that stuff is.

02-01-2010, 06:58 PM	#22
nomrlz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Wataga,IL Posts: 666	Re: Headers for LS1? good to know. these unexpected costs can add up quick



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02-01-2010, 07:01 PM	#23
skoffice Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 375	Re: Headers for LS1? I've got all that stuff covered already. Thanks for lookin out though! __________________ 1964 C10 Shortened Shortbed Cammed LQ9 P&P 1967 C10 Trophy Truck BB 438 (soon to be worked on again)

02-01-2010, 07:49 PM	#25
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: Headers for LS1? x2 please tell

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