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[5ABI VT]

Very cool I saw your sig searching some old threads was one of the reasons I asked gaskets ordered... Are the bolts any significant upgrade over the provided bolts? I've never had headers loosen up over time so just wondering if there any advantages .. Ease of install etc?

[Dynomite]

Originally Posted by 5ABI VT

Very cool I saw your sig searching some old threads was one of the reasons I asked gaskets ordered... Are the bolts any significant upgrade over the provided bolts? I've never had headers loosen up over time so just wondering if there any advantages .. Ease of install etc?

Just got done installing SW Headers on a 90' using Stage 8 bolts. They are about the same installing as other header bolts except you place the locks on which is really not that hard either. There is an advantage using Stage 8 bolts as they have an Allen socket as well as the hex head. Using Stage 8 I do not apply too much torque knowing the headers bolts are locked.

[5ABI VT]

If you don't mind me asking do the Allen sockets come in handy on any hard to reach bolts ? They look good I think ill just get them. If they make install a bit easier then ill get them for sure. I need to get a mAnual what are the torque specs for header bolts ?

[Dynomite]

Originally Posted by 5ABI VT

If you don't mind me asking do the Allen sockets come in handy on any hard to reach bolts ? They look good I think ill just get them. If they make install a bit easier then ill get them for sure. I need to get a mAnual what are the torque specs for header bolts ?

Yes....for two or three bolts the Allen socket is easier to reach with an Allen wrench.

The Stage 8 Exhaust Header Bolts have 7/16 inch hex heads with a 3/16 Allen socket in the center. I use a 1/4 inch socket wrench with a swivel and several extension lengths as required to tighten the Stage 8 bolts. I do not use a torque wrench as that would be next to impossible to accomplish with the tight spaces around the Headers. I also use a 7/16 flex head ratchet wrench. Typically, the torque for an 8mm bolt would be 19 ft lbs.

[4-cam]

Just curious if anybody has used header studs on the LT5 or is there not enough room in the tight confines of our engine bay

[4-cam]

Just wondering, do we have an expected ship date yet?

[Meanmyz]

Just got my delivery...haven't opened the package yet.

[4-cam]

Mine just showed up. I Can't wait to start the transformation but a short family vacation is in order before the real fun begins.

[mike100]

Just got mine...






Might go with 4 chrome tips though...we'll see. BTW the x-pipe does not have the perforated core-it's all pipe.

Thanks to all who made the GB happen.

[Dynomite]

Originally Posted by mike100

Just got mine...
Might go with 4 chrome tips though...we'll see.

I have the 4 SW chrome tips on the 91' and just a few weeks ago got a set of SW for the 90' and with that set received the chrome rectangular box outlets exactly as you have.

But actually after I got the rectangular outlet boxes installed.....I like them as they fit perfectly in the cut out of the rear fiberglass. You just level the retangular outlet box so it is parallel with the cut out. You can get used to that look very fast

SW provides four VERY SUBSTANTIAL CLAMPS for the exhaust Rectangular outlet box.....that is for sure.....

I do not have a photo handy but you get the picture

One little trick.....for installed SW Headers ZR1CORVOR and SW Exhaust ZR1CHAMSW.

Copper spacer added (two each 1 x 6 inch copper pipe
with coupler and end caps) to keep SW exhaust 1/4 inch
away from riding against Differential Housing. The end caps
and coupler actually keep the spacer in place without any ties.

I set the two rear hangers so they pull the
exaust up tight against the copper spacer. Also set the rear "L"
hanger so there is freedom of the exhaust system to move to
the rear at least 1/2 inch when hot.