Headers for '66 F100 with 352?
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Headers for '66 F100 with 352?
OK, so I have read all the posts about having to change starters, jack up the motor etc to install headers. I have a stock 1966 F100 with the 352. Is there a set of decent headers that will truely just bolt on without any undue stress? I know it will help the motor breath better but as I have previously said, I am not a mechanic. Any suggestions are always much appreciated. I have to say, this is one of the most helpful forums I have ever been a part of!
Thanks in advance!
James
Thanks in advance!
James
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I have Hedman Hedders on my 390. The only problem I have is when I had to change the starter but even that wasn't too bad. I just unbolted the header and moved it out of the way. Its the stock style starter by the way.
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Sanderson Block hugger Headers are a bolt on easy install, and very well made....
The Sanderson FF427 header set is designed to fit 1953-Up Ford F100 pickups using the Ford 332-428 FE engines.
The Sanderson FF427 header set is designed to fit 1953-Up Ford F100 pickups using the Ford 332-428 FE engines.
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Yes, hanging on the wall for last 2 or 3 years...
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Sanderson Block hugger Headers are a bolt on easy install, and very well made....
The Sanderson FF427 header set is designed to fit 1953-Up Ford F100 pickups using the Ford 332-428 FE engines.
The Sanderson FF427 header set is designed to fit 1953-Up Ford F100 pickups using the Ford 332-428 FE engines.
Do you have these headers? Could you post a picture of both sides? Does the silicone sealer method work good?
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Okay hope this works
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The gasketless system works great, I opted for the Aluminized Ceramic coating, and I am glad I did...cleaning involves windex, and a rag, and about 5 minutes of labor......I have had them in my truck for 2 years, no leak issues, and they still look like new. The install was a simple bolt on install, no fitment issues... just bolt on! I had to loosen the starter just a bit to allow the Socket extension to get teh back lower bolt, but that was the worst of it.
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The gasketless system works great, I opted for the Aluminized Ceramic coating, and I am glad I did...cleaning involves windex, and a rag, and about 5 minutes of labor......I have had them in my truck for 2 years, no leak issues, and they still look like new. The install was a simple bolt on install, no fitment issues... just bolt on! I had to loosen the starter just a bit to allow the Socket extension to get teh back lower bolt, but that was the worst of it.
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I'd suggest you also fab up a heat shield to protect / extend the life of your starter. Something like this: Moroso Starter Heat Shield - JEGS
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A very simple heat shield for the starter is Dynamat, or Rattle trap fat mat.. both are heat proof, and both are self adhesive.... just a simple matter of cut to size with scissors, and then apply.
