Headers for Frankenjeep

[john1779]

So first off I am working on a CJ, the frame is a 76 and the tub is a 78. It has a built Chev 350 in it. It also has a 4" suspension lift with 33" street tires. This jeep is purpose built to be a wheel stander and show off rig "car showes and such". I have convinced the driver (and financier) that manifolds and huge muflers should be replaced, both for HP gains and sound. A jeep running down the track on its rear tires all quit like doesnt get a huge standing ovation.

It has a T-4 transmition and power steering. The steering column is form a 69 Chevelle (not that it looks like it would be a problem)

What I am looking for it a recomendation for headers and any words of wisdom in instalation (We have access to a full heavy equipment shop so tools and lifts are no issue). Preferably long tube but shorties if longs are a problem. Also cost it an issue unless I can justify a reason why ceramic is better(I will have heat wrap on the headers).

Thank you in advance.

 

[jasonmark1993]

Cheapest route is Hedman; like 170 at Summit.

They come over the frame and exit under your feet. Muffler will basically bolt right to the header with a 3" turndown in front of the rear tire.

May have to cut just a little of the inner fender on the outside of the frame.

 

[computeruser]

That T-4 ain't gonna last long the way it sounds like you're going to be using (abusing) that Jeep...

 

[john1779]

I checked out the Summit headers and they look good. All I could find though it the ball and socket style, wich I am sadly unfamiliar with. Is this style of adapter and different in practice than the three bolt flange.

As far as the T-4 , I cant believe he keeps it together as it is. I have a t-10 sitting to swap in when it goes but that old T-4 just wont die. And he is waiting to swap until it does.

 

[jasonmark1993]

The headman with the ball and socket has worked great for me. No gasket. Just bolt her up and go.