Which LS swap headers with TruTurn? 69 Camaro

[Ryanater]

Like the title states, I'm trying to figure out what headers will clear with my setup. Specifically the TruTurn. I have a 69 Camaro with an LS1 swap, T56, TruTurn, and an Iroc steering box.

So far Stainless works seems like it is the best option since I have read they clear the TruTurn setup and tuck up close to the floorboard. The one issue that I have is that they are 1-3/4" primaries when I would like to go with 1-7/8". The only other options I know of that offer 1-7/8" primaries are Hooker and Kooks. From what I read, Hooker's might hit the TruTurn bracket and I can't find anyone that has confirmed the Kooks will clear. So if anyone has experience, that would be great. It would also be nice to see how low they hang since I have a set of Dynatech headers right now that need to be swapped out since they hang down too low.

[Ryanater]

I also just found this option from Texas Speed... Has anyone used these?

https://www.texas-speed.com/p-4273-texas-speed-performance-1-78-long-tube-headers-first-gen-f-body-1967-1969.aspx

[mikeextrafast]

I used the hooker 1 7/8 headers on mine it clears the tru trun

[130fe]

Curious, what power levels your engine is putting out to choose 1 7/8 over 1 3/4? I have 450 RWHP and the 1 3/4 SSW headers work fine.

[Ryanater]

Well I had 400whp on stock heads. Just put Texas speed stage 2.5 heads on. So not sure. Hoping for 425hp at the wheels. But who knows if that will happen.

I would also like to go 1-7/8" because that gives me more room to grow in the future if I add more power. I would hate to save $100-$200 now and regret it later.

Mike; which hooker headers did you use? I've heard that they are the worst with truturn. Maybe that is only the super competition.

[IMPALA MAN]

Google "LSadapter plates, be careful". This will explain why your Dynatechs "hang low"

[Ryanater]

Hmmm no kidding! Wish I would have known that before my headers were flat... Good find! I laughed when I saw the before picture of the Dynatech's hanging so low. That's exactly what mine looked like.

[mikeextrafast]

Mike; which hooker headers did you use? I've heard that they are the worst with truturn. Maybe that is only the super competition.[/QUOTE]


I used all the Holley/Hooker LS swap parts motor mounts headers and cross member. Excelent ground clearance with the headers also