Firebird – Sanderson Headers https://sandersonheaders.com Sanderson Headers. The source for top quality exhaust headers for street rods, muscle cars, and customs. Proudly Made in the USA Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:09:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://sandersonheaders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-favicon2-32x32.jpg Firebird – Sanderson Headers https://sandersonheaders.com 32 32 QP1000 Cast-Series Header Set, Small Block Chevy https://sandersonheaders.com/product/qp1000-cast-series-header-set-small-block-chevy/ https://sandersonheaders.com/product/qp1000-cast-series-header-set-small-block-chevy/#respond Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:11:43 +0000 https://sandersonheaders.com/?post_type=product&p=10792 The QP1000 cast iron “Quiet Performer” header set overcomes some limitations of tube-style headers while providing a tight fit and producing gains in both low-end torque and high-end horsepower. The QP1000 provides excellent steering clearance, even for Tri-5 (1955-57) Chevy cars using the Saginaw 605 power steering gear.

The QP1000 Cast Series header incorporates individual runners to separate the engine’s exhaust pulses, with cast-in anti-reversion baffling to prevent spent gasses from being drawn back into the cylinder during valve timing overlap (when both intake and exhaust valves are open). Scavenging of the cylinders is significantly improved through D-Shaped technology, first used by GM on their HO (High Output) cylinder heads. The result is an exhaust header that creates more torque and power at every RPM range.

Other Benefits:

Because the QP1000 is more compact than tubular headers, it provides more clearance for steering, accessories, and other chassis and engine components. Cast using the highest-quality materials, the QP1000 is stronger and more reliable than the original factory exhaust, and it offers great looks, too! The QP1000 is Sanderson’s most popular header for small block 55-57 Chevy applications!

NOTES:

  • The QP1000 fits straight plug, standard bolt pattern, standard port location cylinder heads.
  • Does NOT fit Vortec-style cylinder heads (Please review the “Vortec-Style Heads” information tab)
  • Not compatible with BluePrint cylinder heads. (BluePrint heads are based on GM Vortec plug locations)
  • Fits 1968-Up Nova, 1967-69 Camaro/Firebird, Corvette, Tri-Five, and many other applications!

Includes all hardware necessary for installation.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine: Small Block Chevy 265-400 V8
Primary Diameter: 1½”
Collector Diameter: 2½”

FEATURES:

  • 16-Gauge Primary and Collector Tube Thickness
  • 3/8″ Thick Flange
  • Patented Flange Design Requires NO Gaskets
  • Tightest Fitting Header Available Anywhere!
  • Made in the USA

INCLUDES:

  • Header Bolt Set
  • Collector Reducer Set

FINISH:

Our Ceramic Coating is recommended for every vehicle application and is the default finish selection choice above. To meet high standards of quality, We apply a multi-layer inside and outside aluminized ceramic coating in-house and then polish the coating to a high luster. This aerospace and military-grade technology adds excellent protection to your headers while offering the benefit of thermal control in your engine bay. It also improves cylinder scavenging of exhaust gases and increases the longevity of your header investment.

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PF1 Header Set, Pontiac Firebird, 389-400 https://sandersonheaders.com/product/pf1-header-set-pontiac-firebird-389-400/ https://sandersonheaders.com/product/pf1-header-set-pontiac-firebird-389-400/#respond Mon, 05 Jun 2023 03:23:17 +0000 https://sandersonheaders.com/?post_type=product&p=10780 The PF1 header set fits 1967-69 Pontiac Firebird applications using the 389 or 400 Pontiac V8 engine. The PF1 offers excellent fit and noticeable performance gains. The PF1 is offered in two flange styles, either the standard OE-style D-port (center two ports) or the aftermarket (round port) cylinder head design.

Includes all hardware necessary for installation.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine: Pontiac 389/400 V8
Primary Tube Diameter: 1-5/8″
Collector Diameter: 2-1/2″

FEATURES:

  • 16-Gauge Primary and Collector Tube Thickness
  • 3/8″ Thick Flange
  • Patented Flange Design Requires NO Gaskets
  • Tightest Fitting Header Available Anywhere!
  • Made in the USA

INCLUDES:

  • Header Bolt Set
  • Collector Reducer Set

FINISH:

Our Ceramic Coating is recommended for every vehicle application and is the default finish selection choice above. To meet high standards of quality, We apply a multi-layer inside and outside aluminized ceramic coating in-house and then polish the coating to a high luster. This aerospace and military-grade technology adds excellent protection to your headers while offering the benefit of thermal control in your engine bay. It also improves cylinder scavenging of exhaust gases and increases the longevity of your header investment.

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CC16 Header Set, SB Chevy, Nova, Camaro https://sandersonheaders.com/product/cc16-header-set-sb-chevy-nova-camaro/ https://sandersonheaders.com/product/cc16-header-set-sb-chevy-nova-camaro/#comments Wed, 24 May 2023 00:47:58 +0000 https://sandersonheaders.com/?post_type=product&p=8799 The CC16 header set fits 1967-69 Camaro and Firebird and 1968-72 Nova applications using small block Chevrolet engines.

The CC16 fits applications using stock motor mounts and is compatible with both manual and automatic transmissions. It works on “most” GM-spec angle plug cylinder heads (ZZ4, LT1, ZZ6, 292, Bowtie, etc.) and is compatible with some aftermarket rack-and-pinion steering setups, too (see images)!

NOTE: The standard CC16 does NOT clear factory Air Conditioning on Camaro or Nova. The evaporator box on the firewall interferes with the header. Please specify if the vehicle has factory AC to ensure you receive the correct right-side header.

Product ID Note: Some Sanderson dealers offer the CC16 as part #CC16AP, but it does not fit all aftermarket angle plug cylinder heads. The standard CC16 and CC16AP are identical header sets. There is a difference only on D-port cylinder head applications (ZZ4, ZZ6, etc.). The CC16DP is manufactured using the proper D-port header flange for these applications and includes the “DP” suffix in the product SKU.

Includes all hardware necessary for installation.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine: Small Block Chevy 265-400
Primary Tube Diameter: 1-5/8″
Collector Diameter: 2-1/2″

FEATURES:

  • 16-Gauge Primary and Collector Tube Thickness
  • 3/8″ Thick Flange
  • Patented Flange Design Requires NO Gaskets
  • Tightest Fitting Header Available Anywhere!
  • Made in the USA

INCLUDES:

  • Header Bolt Set
  • Collector Reducer Set

FINISH:

Our Ceramic Coating is recommended for every vehicle application and is the default finish selection choice above. To meet high standards of quality, We apply a multi-layer inside and outside aluminized ceramic coating in-house and then polish the coating to a high luster. This aerospace and military-grade technology adds excellent protection to your headers while offering the benefit of thermal control in your engine bay. It also improves cylinder scavenging of exhaust gases and increases the longevity of your header investment.

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