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Hey all. I'm getting close to putting my 283 into my truck and I am trying to figure out what headers I will be able to use. Of everything I have read, there seems to be clearance issues with the steering box. My truck has a completely stock front end with the exception of lowering leafs. I'm running a T-5 with the original bellhousing mounts and front motor mounts. Is there a specific header anyone has had luck using with this set-up? It seems like a fairly common one, but I haven't been able to find much info other than the problems people are having. Thanks!

Matt, some of 55 2nd series had V8 engines. (265) so there should be room for a 283. I have no experience with your model so its only my opinion/observation that a set of standard ram horn style headers for the 283 should work. Since that year truck came with some V8's does the steering column still a problem??? I wouldn't think so.

The earlier AD style pickups definitely had a steering box issue but not sure about the Task Force that you have.

All small block V-8's (265 through 400) have the same physical dimensions. 55 & 56 V-8's used a log manifold and later TF trucks used rams horn manifolds. Either would work well and have no clearance issues with the steering box. However, if you are asking about headers and not manifolds that's a different story. Many aftermarket suppliers make headers and likely some will fit while others may not. You would have to check their specifications as to what specific applications are suitable for your truck.
Fred