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Painted Long Tube Headers for 1978-1987 GM G-Body Models [Small Block Chevy 265-400 ci]
555-30060
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Small Block Chevy
JEGS 555-30060 Painted Long Tube Headers Features:
- Black painted finish for great looks and long life
- Includes gaskets, reducers, & hardware to complete your project
- For cylinder heads with straight spark plug design or factory angle plug design only
JEGS 555-30060 Painted Long Tube Headers Notes:
- 1978 models utilizing A/C require 555-30782 bracket for large style compressors
- 1979-1987 with the small (radial) compressor will re-use stock bracket
- Must modify stock exhaust to retain catalytic converters
- Applications with O2 sensors will require the purchase of O2 fittings
- Work with automatic floor & column mounted (some modifications may be required) shifters
- These headers will not work with standard transmission
- Will fit factory aluminum angle plug heads (will NOT fit aftermarket aluminum angle plug heads)
Special Exhaust Headers Notes:
- Due to variations in engine and vehicle configurations, installation of aftermarket headers may require minor modifications
- Common adjustments include power-steering or A/C bracket relocation, dipstick tube modification, or clearance for steering shaft and clutch linkage
- Inspect for worn or collapsed motor mounts, and verify clearance for spark plugs, wires, brake lines, and transmission or fuel lines
- Always test-fit headers before painting or coating to ensure proper alignment and clearance
- Re-torque after initial heat cycles
Emissions Note:
This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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Specifications:
Part Type
Product Line
Catalytic Converter(s) Included
No
Collector Attachment
3-bolt flange
Collector Diameter
3 in (76.2 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
Full-length
Motor Mounts Included
No
Package Depth
13.00
Package Height
36.50
Package Width
16.00
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
30.00
Transmission Mount Included
No
Tube Direction
Down Swept
Tuned
No
Weld-Up
No
JEGS Painted Long Tube Headers for 1978-1987 GM G-Body Models %5BSmall Block Chevy 265-400 ci%5D is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5
by
Roscoe from
Excellent Fitment
Bought for my buddy's 84 El Camino and they fit great, and have a meaty flange where it bolts to head. Passenger side installed in 30 seconds, and makes good use of engine bay to allow for sparkplug access. Driver side was slightly tight around oil filter, had to remove, and if you are using a early SBC with driver side oil dipstick, the tube must be pulled from block to install. I imagine with later engines, it would be easier. Only complaint would be where the collector bolts on, the flange was slightly bent on driver side manifold, but straightened easily.
Date published: 2026-03-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Donna from
Great buy for the price
I purchased these headers for my 350 build for a 1983 el camino. The fit perfectly.
Date published: 2026-02-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
JEGS headers that FIT MY 1983 SBC ELCAMINO!
I’m very pleased with the quality, fit, price and delivery time! Pay attention to the part number!
Date published: 2025-04-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MDuran from
Fit and Finish is awesome
They fit like a glove just right so if your doing an el camino with floor shifter this is the way to go
Date published: 2022-11-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
86crapbox from
Fit great
These fit great with plenty of clearance everywhere no denting required. 86 monte ss with 327 and blueprint heads
Date published: 2020-11-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Spookey from
Fit an 84 el Camino
I got these installed W/O a scratch and jegs never fails with their precision. I bolted em on a 305 from up top bc I don’t have a hoist... took loose the starter and the ac box I didn’t have ac or heat... on the driver side I took loose the one bolt in the steering shaft, slid it out the way, and removed the oil filter. NOW I don’t have that engine that looks like it’s hooked up to an iv ready to burn on a bad day any more and all that clutter AND ALL that clutter is out for good. Could haven’t made a better decision for this g body. I may wrap em so they last.....
Date published: 2020-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Amish83 from
Fit perfect
I bought these for a 4 door 83 Malibu. The fit perfect driver side of the motor has to be lifted to get it in. But other then that they clear with no issue
Date published: 2020-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
maj123 from
best buy for the buck
bought a set few months back to go on a 78 gp pontiac, well pleased , so now i purchased another set for 80 buick century sw. fit an finish are top notch.
Date published: 2019-05-15
Well, these work in a 1985 cutlass with a 350 Oldsmobile rocket with a 350 turbo transmission
The Jegs 555-30060 header does not fit Oldsmobile engines.
Date published: 2026-07-14
Will these work with flotek aluminum straight plugs hole in a 1985 cutlass?
The JEGS 555-30060 will fit straight plug heads in a G-Body Cutlass.
Date published: 2026-07-09
Will these headers work with factory 3 speed manual transmission?
The Jegs 555-30060 header does not work with manual transmissions.
Date published: 2026-02-25
Will these work on a 1986 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham 5.0 V8 Mid Size Sedan
The Jegs 555-30060 header will fit an '86 Bonneville.
Date published: 2026-01-13
Do these require a short spark plug and will these work on a 86 El Camino with the 2004R transmission?
The Jegs 555-30060 header can be used with a short plug and will fit an '86 El Camino.
Date published: 2025-12-18
Will they clear the shifter rod on a 1983 Buick Regal with sbc
JEGS 555-30060 Long Tube Headers will not work with a standard transmission.
Date published: 2025-10-13
Will the 555-30060 fit a 1986 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham with the 5.0L
The Jegs 555-30060 header will fit an '86 Bonneville 5.0.
Date published: 2025-08-28
Will these fit a 350 swapped 1983 el camino conquista?
The Jegs 555-30060 header will fit an '83 El Camino with 350 engine.
Date published: 2025-04-29
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