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Painted Block Hugger Headers for 1955-1957 Small Block Chevy 265-400 ci
555-30057
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Small Block Chevy
JEGS 555-30057 Painted Block Hugger Headers Features:
- Does not work with engine-centered front crossmember
- Will not fit with A.I.R. pump
- Works with A/C
Automatic Standard Column Floor Column Floor Yes Yes Yes Yes
Specifications:
Part Type
Product Line
Bolts/Studs Included
Yes
Catalytic Converter(s) Included
No
Collector Attachment
3-bolt flange
Collector Diameter
2.5 in (63.5 mm)
Cross Over Pipe Included
No
Cylinder Head Port Shape
Round
Flange Style
Standard
Gaskets Included
Yes
Header Finish
Black
Header Flange Thickness
0.313 in (7.95 mm)
Header Material
Steel
Header Style
Block hugger
Motor Mounts Included
No
Package Depth
10.50
Package Height
23.50
Package Width
16.40
Part Category
Performance Parts
Part Fitment
Semi Universal
Primary Tube Diameter
1.625 in (41.3 mm)
Primary Tube Gauge
16-gauge
Reducers Included
Yes
Shipping Weight
17.20
Transmission Mount Included
No
Tube Direction
Down Swept
Tuned
No
Weld-Up
No
30057 is rated
out of
5 by
9.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
352nomadguy from
Headers
Haven't installed them yet, but the kit is complete and will serve my purpose well.
Date published: 2021-09-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
kartracer53 from
Good Solid Header!
Bought these for an engine replacement in a '37 Plymouth Coupe. Better plug clearance than existing header. Only drawback is flange holes which are oval shaped. Hoping for round for better flow. But with the included gaskets, there are no leaks.
Date published: 2017-04-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Jerry0401 from
Grinding
Fitting the headers to Edelbrock aluminum heads on 80 Corvette. Driver side hits the motor mount, grind the motor mount some, still touches, Passenger side had to re-bend the dipstick tube, not a really big deal. Both sides bolt holes don't line up with heads, needed some drilling and grinding to get them to fit.
Date published: 2018-04-08
Rated 3 out of
5
by
RedDog955i from
ok
They work but like any after market part , you have to mod it to make it work,,,ie , driver's side hit the motor mount , a little grinding , right side ,had to grind flange to clear the starter shaft housing at the back of the starter ,,, 1955 1st series truck, 1963 327.... they do work and for my app,they are fine ,,,, you get what u pay for ,,,,,
Date published: 2015-08-26
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Boetie from
Shorty Headers
I haven't installed yet. I bought them to mock up my project and hopefully use them.
They appear pretty junky. Lots of excess and sloppy welding material. If they fit my project I'm sure I can clean up the mess and re-weld. Time will tell.
Date published: 2014-12-26
Rated 1 out of
5
by
jerryBinWi from
You need a grinder, drill, and a very thick gasket
Bolt holes don't line up, had to grind for clearance for the head temperature sensor, had to grind one flange for clearance of the starter, and one for clearance for the motor mount. Then nothing but a very thick head gasket would seal.
Date published: 2021-04-15
Rated 1 out of
5
by
KansasM715 from
Don't do it
Gave up after test fitting the passenger side on a 350 with Edelbrock E-street heads. The flange will be so close to the end of the starter it will require some clearance grinding or I will have to run a mini-starter. And, if I want to change the starter, I will have to drop the headers to get it out of the block.
Also, #6 cylinder, the spark plug is so close I'm not sure I can get the boot on and if I can, it will surely burn it to a crisp and probably short on me.
And, if I can get a fitting in the water jacket plug for a temperature sensor it won't be able to turn; yet another set of headers where the cross bar between the flanges is too wide to allow a temperature sender. Plasma cutter notching is not a big deal, but seems like they could design that in.
And, the paint on one is already worn off just from shipping, super thin and cheap paint. So, don't know what I was thinking, you get what you pay for.
Date published: 2019-04-30
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Ron 13 from
Not very good
I purchased the jegs block hugger headers and the first set had a hole in one of the pipes, I returned them and the second set hit the block at the bottom. I returned those and decided to go with the Headman blockhuggers, they fit just fine.
Date published: 2017-10-05
Will these headers clear the 45 deg motor mounts?
The Jegs 555-30057 header is for factory front mounts. Use with any other mount will need checked at installation.
Date published: 2024-01-16
I am using a engine (chevy 350 ) from a old dump truck and need headers that will hug the block because of the 1950 fleetline frame it is going on will this work
These are the best option, you will have to verify the fitment.
Date published: 2018-04-04
I have an 82 Corvette. I am putting a set of Vortec heads on my car. Will these Headers work for my Corvette? Thanks.
Yes, these should fit your application.
Date published: 2024-01-10
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