Hedman Hedders 69530 Mid-Length Engine Swap Headers Small Block Chevy S10 Blazer

The Hedman Hedders 69530 are standard-duty mid-length engine swap headers specifically designed for installing Small Block Chevy 283-400 cubic inch (Gen 1) engines with angle plug heads into 1982-2004 Chevy S10/Blazer and GMC S15/Jimmy 2WD trucks. These headers are engineered to provide the exhaust flow necessary for transplanted SB Chevy engines to breathe freely and produce additional horsepower and torque over factory manifolds.

Key Features:

• 1-1/2 inch diameter CNC mandrel bent mild steel tubes for smooth exhaust flow
• 2-1/2 inch ball and socket collector design allows gasketless connection even with misaligned exhaust systems
• Mid-length tube design provides improved spark plug clearance with angle plug heads (GM L98 aluminum heads or equivalent)
• Hand-welded construction ensures consistent quality and identical fitment
• 5/16 inch thick flanges provide strong, leak-free mounting
• Uncoated mild steel construction with temporary black paint that will burn off during normal operation
• Compatible with both manual and automatic floor-shift transmissions
• Works with power steering and air conditioning equipped vehicles

What's Included:

• Pair of headers (left and right)
• Header gaskets
• 3-bolt exhaust adapters
• Mounting hardware

Important Notes:

• Designed for 2WD trucks only
• Requires Trans-Dapt #9906 engine swap mount kit for proper installation
• Not legal for street use on 1975 and later model year vehicles - off-road use only
• Headers ship with temporary paint that will burn off; ceramic-metallic finishes available separately for element protection
• Backed by Hedman's Limited Lifetime Warranty

Hedman Hedders has been manufacturing quality headers in the USA since 1954, with over 30 years of experience building Chevy S10 and GMC S15 V8 engine swap specific headers. Each header features 18-gauge mild steel tubes that provide the durability and performance engine swappers demand.