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Old 10-18-2021, 01:16 PM   #1
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LT1 Header Clamps advice

I have 1 7/8” headers on my Camaro and have gotten better walker clamps for everything but for around the collectors, is there anyone that has upgraded these clamps and what exactly did you use?
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Old 10-18-2021, 01:47 PM   #2
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I used ultra copper rtv. ugly but I hate exhaust leaks
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Old 10-18-2021, 03:50 PM   #3
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I used ultra copper rtv. ugly but I hate exhaust leaks
I have some of that on order! Good to know that’s what seems to be a decent fix.
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Old 10-18-2021, 04:22 PM   #4
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I use the 4" Stainless band clamps.
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Old 10-18-2021, 04:35 PM   #5
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what brand are these for? if they are the kooks you need to torque the band clamps to 40ft lbs and alternate as you tighten. If you over tighten it will not seal properly and leak.
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Old 10-18-2021, 09:42 PM   #6
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I got v bands welded on-no leaks for me
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Old 10-26-2021, 06:00 PM   #7
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I got v bands welded on-no leaks for me
If you can go the v-band route, it’s the best way to go no doubt
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