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lrallen 
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 Topic: Shorty HeadersPosted: Nov/09/2017 at 6:02pm |
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Are there any body using the shorty headers on a 68-70 AMX? And if so was there any clearance issues and can you install them from above? Thank You |
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Posted: Nov/09/2017 at 8:56pm |
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last winter I installed them on my 1969 AMX with a 401
I put them on my engine while it was on an engine stand outside of the car, then I put engine/transmission/shorty headers into the car I did some engine work while it was on the stand They do fit and I have not had any problems with them, I am glad I did it The driver side header is real close to the steering column, but again I have not had any issues It would have been tough for me to install them with the engine in the car, I suppose it could be done from the top, especially if the brake booster is off or you do not have power steering Initially I did mock up/place the drivers side header on the engine while it was in the car to determine if it would clear steering column, but I did not have to try and bolt it on which would have been tough |
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Red20
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Posted: Nov/09/2017 at 10:54pm |
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I've taken my engine in and out with them on each time, so haven't really tried. Seems like it could be done, but starting some bolts could be a little frustrating.
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THE MENACE
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Posted: Nov/13/2017 at 3:38pm |
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When I did the original shorty header design for Edelbrock back in 04 or 05 I used my own 70 AMX for the prototype. That way I was sure they would fit some popular AMC applications as well as the Jeep which was our main sales target for the design. So yes, they will bolt on and off from the top.
The Pertronics shorty headers were developed from the original Edelbrock shorty header design. 
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Red20
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Posted: Nov/13/2017 at 11:01pm |
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I thought the Pertronix headers were really similar. I have their ceramic coated version and they’ve held up well for a couple of years now. I love you and your wife’s cars, btw Dennis. Seen you guys at a few events around LA.
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