Jeffery....I have the block hugging headers on a 215 in my '74 BGT. As for
whether or not they touch the steering shaft, I'd say depends a lot on where
exactly your motor sets. I used the stock B transmission (w/OD) mounted in
it's original position. In this case, I had to re-engineer the steering
shaft significantly...relocating the steering rack, adding a u-joint,
replacing the existing u-joint with a smaller one (from later B), shifting
the hole through the bulkhead, and even rebent the steering arms to
accomodate the relocated rack....a huge amount of work, but I have an entire
1/8" of clearance(!) the steering is tight and the handling excellent.
Octagonally....Ron Howard
http://www2.coastalnet.com/~d2u7n5mh/74MGBGT_V8
> From: "Jeffrey Howell" <howellmail@worldnet.att.net>
> Reply-To: "Jeffrey Howell" <howellmail@worldnet.att.net>
> Date: Tue, 14 May 2002 20:15:35 -0500
> To: <mgb-v8@autox.team.net>
> Subject: Headers
>
> Does anyone have experience with hugger headers vs. RV8 headers. I am ready
> to order my headers and did not know if the extra effort to cut and install
> the RV8 are worth the cost and cutting time. I had the stock manifolds turned
> backward and exit through the fender wheels. I am cleaning up my engine bay
> and considering both options. Any suggestions???????? I have a 63 B with the
> 215 installed. Not sure if the huggers will clear the steering rack. Any one
> with an early B with either installled?
> Jeff Howell
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