Thanks Clint. I see what the issue is now.
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Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005 11:03
PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] BIG BLOCK
CHEVELLE HEADERS
They don't effect the break-in of an engine much
but engine break-in can effect the header coating,due to the engine being
run up at a standstill during camshaft break-in. The higher temps can gray the
coating.
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This is an honest understanding question. How could coated
headers affect the break in of an engine? The only thing the engine
cares about is exhaust back pressure. IE, number of bends
and length of pipe run. I am trying to understand this. The
only thing the exhaust valves know is back pressure. Outlet
temperature is irrelevant.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005 9:54
PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] BIG
BLOCK CHEVELLE HEADERS
I'm thinking I'll buy the Sanderson. Many of the sites mention not to
break in an engine with coated headers, so I'm thinking getting the
painted Sanderson's, breaking the engine in, then taking them off and
shipping them off to Jet Hot for the Sterling coating. Any idea what that
coating will set me back? I have a quote request in with Jet Hot but
haven't heard anything yet..
As always, thanks for your help Clint.
Larry
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005
11:45 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] BIG
BLOCK CHEVELLE HEADERS
I installed a pair of the QP1000 headers on my 40 Ford coupe
streetrod back in 1992 and had a lot of problems getting them to seal at
the cylinder head. Those headers are an iron casting similar to
stock exhaust manifolds,not tube headers. I never even talked to
Sanderson but finally found a gasket set-up that cured the problem.
However,I installed a pair of their intermediate 1 7/8" BB tube headers
on my 68 El Camino w/468" and loved them. My 69 El Camino is really low
so the header clearance really needs to be taken into consideration.
Like I mentioned before,I'd try the Patriot or Hedman intermediates but
they won't clear the Z-bar. Hooker and most other full-length headers
hang down way too much so they're not an option,either.
Good luck in your search,Larry. Let us know what you decide
on.
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Clint,
I hear what you're saying. I'm finding it real difficult to find
anything that meets everything I'm looking for that's affordable. I
like what I see with the Sanderson BB3. I'm just going to move a bit
slower before I buy I think.
Here's a couple of samples of the customer service issues I've
seen. The S10 link is down at the moment, but the Complaints.com one
is working...
Larry
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005
10:48 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]
BIG BLOCK CHEVELLE HEADERS
Just curious but where did you read the complaints,Larry? Not
discounting your concerns at all but is there any header
manufacturer that satifies everyone? If so,please let me know
because I'll be changing headers in the near future. So far,the only
ones I've seen that will give me the best ground clearance and allow
a manual transmission are the Sandersons. Hedman and Patriot make
intermediate headers that have good ground clearance but won't allow
a manual trans. Some people swear by Hooker or Hedman but from my
experiences,I'm not impressed at all. It seems that you really do
get what you pay for,especially when it comes to headers. Having
said that,I may end up buying a pair of Stainless Works full length
units. They cost around $600-700 but supposedly tuck up under the
undercarriage very well.
----- Original Message -----
Clint,
I've been doing some web research on Sanderson headers. I've
found several complaints about their headers cracking where the
primaries come out of the flange, and the alarming part is cases
after case, these people are saying they got the cold shoulder
from Sanderson. Not one received satisfaction.
Of course I found many recommendations, including yours, but
I read enough negative stories that I'll consider others first.
It's a shame. They seem to have good products, but service after
the sale is an important consideration.
Larry
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Sunday, October 23,
2005 11:12 PM
Subject: Re:
[Chevelle-list] BIG BLOCK CHEVELLE HEADERS
Try a pair of coated Sanderson intermediates for your 65.
You'll love them.
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