85 Camaro Header Recommendation

STR001 · 06-16-2017, 08:34 PM

I am changing from a 330hp crate engine to a carbureted 305 setup for my 85 Camaro stocker. I have been using Doug Thorley's 1 3/4 inch conventional long tube headers with the crate engine. Will these headers work on the 305 for now? I know that I will need to probably use a step header with the 305 combination sooner than later. I realize that Elston, Weldperformance, and Pete Z produce top of the line headers. They are very knowledgeable and build a great product. However, I am sure everyone is not running $3,000 headers on their car. What other headers are out there for this application that have worked well in the past? I welcome any advice. Thanks in advance. Jason

MR DERBY CITY · 06-16-2017, 09:38 PM

You might be able to find a set of Stahl stepheaders....1 5/8 to 1 3/4....a lot of bang for the buck...

James Jeschke Jr · 06-18-2017, 04:06 PM

STR001,
I would recommend a set of Stahls. 15/8 to 13/4 stepped. That's what I have on my car. Talk to Stump at Stahl. He's a very nice guy and I'm sure he will make you a set.

Alan Roehrich · 06-18-2017, 04:15 PM

Greg Stump, Stahl headers by ACR.

Lee Valentine · 06-18-2017, 04:41 PM

I have a set of Pete Z headers were off Kenny Richards car. Text me at 914_582-7396 if you are interested. Lee.

STR001 · 06-20-2017, 03:59 PM

Has anyone that has used the Stahl headers (1 5/8 to 1 3/4 step) on a third gen. camaro had any tire clearance issues with the #7 and #8 tube that extend through the fender well and wraps around the frame?. Concerned there may be a tire clearance or turning radius issue trying to fit these headers with a tall front runner (27.5-28 inch). Jason

REGGIE WINKLES · 06-20-2017, 05:23 PM

Contact Dan at Lemon's Headers
You'll be impressed. He has a great step header for the Gen-3 f body.

dan@lemonsheaders.com

monte385 · 06-20-2017, 05:42 PM

Would 1 1/2 to 1 5/8 be better?

MR DERBY CITY · 06-20-2017, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STR001

Has anyone that has used the Stahl headers (1 5/8 to 1 3/4 step) on a third gen. camaro had any tire clearance issues with the #7 and #8 tube that extend through the fender well and wraps around the frame?. Concerned there may be a tire clearance or turning radius issue trying to fit these headers with a tall front runner (27.5-28 inch). Jason

No issues here, as I like the fact that 7 and 8 pass through the wheelwell and are out of the way....

MR DERBY CITY · 06-20-2017, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by monte385

Would 1 1/2 to 1 5/8 be better?

NO, according to Mr. Stahl....I only had to speak with him one time to realize that he knows everything and I am a hillbilly dumbazzzzz.

06-16-2017, 08:34 PM	#1
STR001 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Claxton, Georgia Posts: 55 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	85 Camaro Header Recommendation I am changing from a 330hp crate engine to a carbureted 305 setup for my 85 Camaro stocker. I have been using Doug Thorley's 1 3/4 inch conventional long tube headers with the crate engine. Will these headers work on the 305 for now? I know that I will need to probably use a step header with the 305 combination sooner than later. I realize that Elston, Weldperformance, and Pete Z produce top of the line headers. They are very knowledgeable and build a great product. However, I am sure everyone is not running $3,000 headers on their car. What other headers are out there for this application that have worked well in the past? I welcome any advice. Thanks in advance. Jason

06-16-2017, 09:38 PM	#2
MR DERBY CITY VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Derby City, USA Posts: 3,327 Likes: 858 Liked 6,606 Times in 1,288 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation You might be able to find a set of Stahl stepheaders....1 5/8 to 1 3/4....a lot of bang for the buck...

06-18-2017, 04:06 PM	#3
James Jeschke Jr Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Pittsburgh Pa. Posts: 35 Likes: 20 Liked 19 Times in 10 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation STR001, I would recommend a set of Stahls. 15/8 to 13/4 stepped. That's what I have on my car. Talk to Stump at Stahl. He's a very nice guy and I'm sure he will make you a set. __________________ James Jeschke Jr. #1603 I/S

06-18-2017, 04:15 PM	#4
Alan Roehrich VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Murfreesboro TN Posts: 4,911 Likes: 994 Liked 1,035 Times in 271 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation Greg Stump, Stahl headers by ACR. __________________ Alan Roehrich 212A G/S

06-18-2017, 04:41 PM	#5
Lee Valentine Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Brookfield, CT Posts: 708 Likes: 13 Liked 322 Times in 68 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation I have a set of Pete Z headers were off Kenny Richards car. Text me at 914_582-7396 if you are interested. Lee. __________________ Lee Valentine 1661 STK

06-20-2017, 03:59 PM	#6
STR001 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Claxton, Georgia Posts: 55 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation Has anyone that has used the Stahl headers (1 5/8 to 1 3/4 step) on a third gen. camaro had any tire clearance issues with the #7 and #8 tube that extend through the fender well and wraps around the frame?. Concerned there may be a tire clearance or turning radius issue trying to fit these headers with a tall front runner (27.5-28 inch). Jason

06-20-2017, 05:23 PM	#7
REGGIE WINKLES Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: St. Augustine, Fla. Posts: 227 Likes: 477 Liked 37 Times in 8 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation Contact Dan at Lemon's Headers You'll be impressed. He has a great step header for the Gen-3 f body. dan@lemonsheaders.com __________________ Reggie Winkles 2650/Stock

06-20-2017, 05:42 PM	#8
monte385 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 51 Likes: 33 Liked 17 Times in 14 Posts	Re: 85 Camaro Header Recommendation Would 1 1/2 to 1 5/8 be better?