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BigRed76

07-27-2013 09:07 PM

'71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

I'm in the planning stages of a 5.3/4L60E swap in my '71 C10. My hopes are to use the factory column shift linkage with the 4L60E, but also run full length headers. I've been considering the 2nd gen F-body swap headers but haven't found any info in regards to them clearing a shift linkage.

Are there any lsx headers that will clear a factory shift linkage?
Would I be better off converting a cable with my column shift?

Any insight on this would be appreciated. Thanks.

BigRed76

07-29-2013 07:51 PM

Re: '71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

Anyone run into this situation yet?
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99RegalGS

07-30-2013 08:29 PM

Re: '71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

I have the Doug Thorley THY-323Y-C headers and they do not interfere with my column linkage. My column linkage does not use the factory pivot on the frame though.

BigRed76

07-30-2013 09:41 PM

Re: '71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99RegalGS (Post 6197296)

I have the Doug Thorley THY-323Y-C headers and they do not interfere with my column linkage. My column linkage does not use the factory pivot on the frame though.

How is your linkage setup?
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99RegalGS

07-30-2013 09:52 PM

Re: '71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

My shift linkage is similar to this. http://www.lokar.com/product-pgs/col...shiftlink.html

BigRed76

07-31-2013 04:16 PM

Re: '71 Shift Linkage vs. Longtube Headers

Ok, I see how that would work pretty well with headers.
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