305 header help

[Reckless_ridin]

hello i want to run some headers on my 87 c10 with a 305 in it. wondering whos done this and what types did you install and how was the fit? did you do long tube headers or the hugger style? dont want to fight them when i install them

 

[garzas23]

I bought a set of long tubes from summit for $120 they fit really good. Shouldn't have to fight them, just a little tricky moving and they slide right in. I suggest getting the gasket that have open bolt holes on the outside bolt holes. Makes it a ton easier installing them. Just put 2 bolts in and drop the gasket. No struggle!

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[79K10]

I ran long tubes on my 79, the collectors were really close to the front leaf and i would hear a little tapping every once in a while (till i beat it with a BFH) besides that no problems

 

[Reckless_ridin]

Ok great to hear read some people having issue fitment but there not clear on year or if they ordered the right stuff. Thanks for the gasket info haven't done headers before so I'm sure that will be a big help.

 

[72chevy2door]

I have a set of Hooker competition headers in my suburban, full length long tube. They have the 2 1/2" collectors. Great low end torque which is what you really need in big and heavy vehicles. I believe the primaries are 1 5/8". They had absolutely no fitment issues. But they do go in from the bottom so a lift would be nice. I just used a jack and jack stands. Btw my truck is 2wd with 350/700r4

 

[Lastwords]

I run a set of shorty header for a 96 Tahoe with the youth pipe for the same. 3' single exhaust through a borla muffler exiting in front of the rear tire. Works and sounds good. Had to move one e-brake cable guide.

 

[Lastwords]

Sorry I'm running the exhaust on a 1981 get 2500 2wd.

 

[Lastwords]

Stupid auto correct. Gmc not get.

 

[pacman1318]

they all are easy to install ( long tubes) after you get the 30 year old manifold off LOL
take your time, those 30 y/o bolts that have heated and cooled everyday are super soft.