A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? - Page 2

Dusty Lowell · 12-08-2008, 10:50 AM

I have davis steps, they were worth a bunch over hookers but what a pain in the ***.

mike natoli · 12-09-2008, 04:48 PM

Jeff,
I had a set of the stepped 1 17/8 - 2" 3 1/2" collector Hedman headers built by I believe Phil? His brother is a member of this site. Did a great job bending welded flange, fit great and reasonably priced compared to a custom built. I will venture to say they are custom. Now I'm in the midst of building my son a small block duster would like to have him put another set together for me. These were slip together one out each fender well and just a little clearance problem with a 28" tall front tire. Is this the same person and if so can you email his number at Hedman to me. They look great coated and also had the evacuation tubes the one thing I will do on this set is have O2 sensor bungs installed before coating.
Best Regards,
Mike

chris3racing · 12-09-2008, 05:46 PM

We have a set of TTI stepped headers on a small block duster. Those headers have to be the easiest headers I have ever installed, with the engine in the car. The instructions do state to loosen the drag link and turn the wheel to one direction, install the drivers side. Install the drag link back and turn the opposite direction and the passengers side just slides in place. We have been really pleased with the ones we have.

bill dedman · 12-10-2008, 02:12 AM

I have a set of TTI's on my '72 Valiant small block and I agree that they are REALLY easy to install, and work with a big starter, little starter, 90-degree oil filter adapter, or no adapter at all. An amazingly well-engineered fit.

I have been very happy with them, but I read a dyno report that said on a big hp motor, they'd give away about 15-20hp to a set of Hooker Competition (1-7/8" or 1-3/4".... can't remember which) headers, probably because of the skinny 1-5/8" primary tubes used at the flange.

If I were running my car in a "performance class," I'm not sure I'd leave these on my car.

But, for a street/strip car, I am not sure they can be beat...

Sorry; I just noticed your car is a big block. All bets are off...

My apologies.

Bill

Kenny Wigington · 12-10-2008, 09:26 AM

My brother Phillip does work at Hedman. If you call 770- 664- 8880, likley he's gonna be the one on the other end with you. Him or Mike Thomas. Both know the stuff well. Give em a call, see what they can do for you.

Merry Christmas all !

12-08-2008, 10:50 AM	#11
Dusty Lowell Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Kensington, NH Posts: 103 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? I have davis steps, they were worth a bunch over hookers but what a pain in the ***. __________________ Dusty Lowell #1773 STK F/SA

12-09-2008, 04:48 PM	#12
mike natoli Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Valley Stream mini Gasoline Alley & Div I Posts: 100 Likes: 25 Liked 52 Times in 16 Posts	Re: A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? Jeff, I had a set of the stepped 1 17/8 - 2" 3 1/2" collector Hedman headers built by I believe Phil? His brother is a member of this site. Did a great job bending welded flange, fit great and reasonably priced compared to a custom built. I will venture to say they are custom. Now I'm in the midst of building my son a small block duster would like to have him put another set together for me. These were slip together one out each fender well and just a little clearance problem with a 28" tall front tire. Is this the same person and if so can you email his number at Hedman to me. They look great coated and also had the evacuation tubes the one thing I will do on this set is have O2 sensor bungs installed before coating. Best Regards, Mike

12-09-2008, 05:46 PM	#13
chris3racing Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 528 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? We have a set of TTI stepped headers on a small block duster. Those headers have to be the easiest headers I have ever installed, with the engine in the car. The instructions do state to loosen the drag link and turn the wheel to one direction, install the drivers side. Install the drag link back and turn the opposite direction and the passengers side just slides in place. We have been really pleased with the ones we have.

12-10-2008, 02:12 AM	#14
bill dedman VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Conway, AR Posts: 1,739 Likes: 0 Liked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Re: A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? I have a set of TTI's on my '72 Valiant small block and I agree that they are REALLY easy to install, and work with a big starter, little starter, 90-degree oil filter adapter, or no adapter at all. An amazingly well-engineered fit. I have been very happy with them, but I read a dyno report that said on a big hp motor, they'd give away about 15-20hp to a set of Hooker Competition (1-7/8" or 1-3/4".... can't remember which) headers, probably because of the skinny 1-5/8" primary tubes used at the flange. If I were running my car in a "performance class," I'm not sure I'd leave these on my car. But, for a street/strip car, I am not sure they can be beat... Sorry; I just noticed your car is a big block. All bets are off... My apologies. Bill __________________ Bill Last edited by bill dedman; 12-10-2008 at 02:34 AM.

12-10-2008, 09:26 AM	#15
Kenny Wigington Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Cumming,Ga. USA Posts: 967 Likes: 36 Liked 60 Times in 12 Posts	Re: A-Body mopar guys: Where do you guys get your headers from without going custom? My brother Phillip does work at Hedman. If you call 770- 664- 8880, likley he's gonna be the one on the other end with you. Him or Mike Thomas. Both know the stuff well. Give em a call, see what they can do for you. Merry Christmas all ! __________________ 2894 STK