We usually leave the heat risers in and if we have switched to an alternator we
split the second pipe out of the front half of the manifold and if still on
generator we keep it on the back half. There is a photo of one for an
alternator we did on
www.mtntown.com under the barnyard section.
Sincerely,
Dave Shier
Jack Halton wrote:
> The Fentons are equipped with pipe fittings so that heat can be run to a
>plate where the heat stove attaches. Copper tubing can be used.
>
> The original Corvette 235 dual exhaust included the heat riser for correct
>heat distribution to the intake. These are very hard to find these days, also
>very expensive.
>
> Most split manifolds eliminate the heat riser, but there is no reason you
>can't keep it,assuming you can find a welder skilled enough to spend the time
>to do it right. A welding instructor tells me that welding old cast iron is
>best done with a TIG setup.
>
> ------Original Message------
> From: Allen Coblentz <wac8019@erinet.com>
> To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
> Sent: August 18, 2000 11:05:10 PM GMT
> Subject: [oletrucks] Fenton Headers for my Chevy
>
> I've always wanted to but fenton headers on my 235...just love the sound
> of that 6 split in half. But, I know my truck just won't run right
> without the exhaust pre-heating the intake/carb. It might be OK in the
> warmer south or in the summer, but Ohio ain't California or Florida! Is
> there any way to run fenton headers with my stock intake and still not
> have my engine bucking and sputtering? Any advice would be appreciated.
>
> Are there "split exhaust manifolds" that would eliminate this hassle?
> Do they sound as sweet as the fentons?
> Thanks
>
> Allen Coblentz
> '52 Chevy 3100
> Springfield, Ohio
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> Jack Halton
> 51 GMC 1/2 ton
> Winter Park FL
>
>
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