header install question
 

I bought MAC 1 3/4 equal length long tubes for a 351W which I'm putting into my 89LX. I've read a bunch of articles on how to install them with the engine in the car, but since the engine is out, can I bolt them on now & then just drop it in together?

Re: header install question
 

That may work, but I would never try it that way.
It would just be one more thing hainging off the motor, ready to crush a brake line or something.

I would get the motor in the car, but still several inches from making contact with the K-memeber. This will provide sufficient room to drop the headers in, without having to fight them.

Let us know how it goes.
I may be getting the same headers fairly soon.
jason

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I know your doing a 351, but on my 302 I had to feed the steering shaft through the tubes.

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yes, the steering rarm feeds through those headers. Like someone said, leave the engine hovering a little above the K frame and then fit them in.

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has anyone ever used a pair of long tube 5.0 headers on a 351w swap? or will it just not work?

Re: header install question
 

Re: header install question
 

It can be MADE to work, but it won't be easy.

It will take extensive heating and bending to get 5.0 headers on a 351w.

Most who have reported trying this, have reported regretting it.

jason

Re: header install question
 

Nothing needs said after that!!!! He nailed it. ;)