My 409/'55 Chevy Project

[Monk]

There will probably be some interest, but you might need to think about also making engine mounts available, because if the engine is not installed just like yours is, then the headers won't fit right.

Good thought..........the Danchuk mounts were used on mine......moving engine forward 3/4"

[Scott Liggett]

On my bucket list is to get a set of headers available
for a 348-409 install in a Tri 5.

I am in the early stages working with a well known header shop to
get this done.

Much of the reference work will come from my existing set and hopefully
will lead to a better, cleaner design.......and available for order.

The cost will be very much in line with any big block header.

I've already committed to the first set and would document the install.

Question is.........do you guys think there would be much interest?

Always appreciate the forums feedback.

The other thing to consider is whether or not your Edelbrock heads have their exhaust ports raised compared to stock type heads.

[Monk]

The other thing to consider is whether or not your Edelbrock heads have their exhaust ports raised compared to stock type heads.

Another good point.....the mock up engine is going to have iron heads.

[Monk]

Got the new Flaming River steering column in today.
It's the 28" version and will put the steering more where I
want it.

A great bargain considering it's got all the wiring, tilt etc.

The DD shaft is a female fitting.

Column



DD Shaft



cool rag joint

[SuperBuickGuy]

The DD shaft is a female fitting.

Column



DD Shaft

that doesn't look like any female fitting that I've ever seen

[Monk]

that doesn't look like any female fitting that I've ever seen

Aw man........I've got the perfect come back......but.....hmmm.......you know

[Monk]

I've got tilt.

Got the Flaming River tilt column in and what a difference.
It's 2" shorter and much better fit.

Money well spent.

Before


After

[Beagle]

I don't remember your seat and interior looking that immaculate. At least the clutch and accelerator show signs of use!

[Monk]

Not being a big fan of billet stuff.....I removed the turn signal and tilt lever
sent with the Flaming River column.
Ordered two stock turn signal levers and modified the one for the tilt.

Looks much better and not out of place.


Before



After

[TheSilverBuick]

Looks good. I like factory looks.

[Scott Liggett]

Looks good. I like factory looks.

X2. That billet stuff does nothing for me.

[JOES66FURY]

the billet did not look out of place IMO, but the stock items look better to my eye.

[joebogey]

Billet doesn't bother me if it goes, but with the rest of the interior it didn't. Using the stocker on the tilt makes it look even better.

[Huskinhano]

Looks much better with the factory style. The billet looks like one size fits all.

[squirrel]

I figured out why there are 36 pages on this car....according to the instructions, SPECIAL CUTTING AND FITTING WILL BE REQUIRED TO FIT THE "409" ENGINE TO THE "55" CHEVY