PATRIOT Exhaust H8047 Full Length Headers Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- PATRIOT
Table of Contents
PATRIOT Exhaust H8047 Full Length Headers
Installation Instructions & Warranty Information
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This product is Legal for use on
Pre-Pollution Controlled Vehicles. It is legal for use on all
vehicles produced Before Emissions Control Regulations were imposed. These are
coin sidienetl Uncontrolled Vehicles and are definted as follows;
1965 and Older US Manufactured California Certified Vehicles
1967 and Older US Manufactured Federally Certified Vehicles
1967 and Older Foreign Manufactured Vehicles
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This Product is LEGAL for Closed Course Competition use or Pre-Emissions Controlled Vehicles ONLY. It is Not Legal for use on any Emissions Controlled Vehicle for Street or Off Highway use.
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PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING
PerTronix°thanks you for choosing a Patriot Exhaust Product. To realize the potential of Patriot’s engineering and excellent fit, Please Read and Understand these instructions completely prior to starting the installation. Check that you received all the parts listed on the parts list, if you have any concerns, please contact PerTronix before continuing. Headers will have the part number stamped in the flange. Work Smart — Work Safe! Most Header and Exhaust Installation are best performed on a lift. If a lift is not available, raise the vehicle and support on quality Jack Stands on level ground. Do not rely on a jack! Many factors affect he installation of exhaust headers, including worn or aftermarket motor mounts, previous accident damage, aftermarket cylinder heads that may have relocated port or spark plug locations, suspension and steering changes, sagging of original unibody structures due to age. Coating Notes: Coatings can be marred during installation if you are not careful. If you are breaking in a new motor, the extreme heat can alter the appearance of the coating and this is not a warranty issue. We recommend breaking in new motors with stock manifolds or an old set of headers. We use sealing beads on all our headers. The raised bead creates a better seal virtually eliminating leaks if installed properly. It is important to install all header bolts lightly snug and then tighten to factory torque specs starting in the center and working outward. Before starting, allow the vehicle to cool, disconnect the battery, and spray a penetrating oil on all hardware and fittings that will need to be removed. Once you remove your manifold, clean the sealing surface on the head of any old gasket debris or carbon build up.
DISASSEMBLY
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Remove and mark all spark plug wires and then remove all spark plugs.
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Disconnect the head pipes from the exhaust manifolds and remove the manifolds.
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Remove the alternator, dipstick, dipstick tube, clutch linkage, and oil filter. Remove the starter if needed. On late model cars, remove the power steering bracket. 4
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On cars equipped with air conditioning, unbolt the compressor, and lay aside.
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Some models may require the floorboard heat shield removal for adequate clearance.
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Early models will require a conversion screw-on type filter.
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The clutch linkage will need to be modified as in Illustration A.
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Models with generator/alternator on the left side may need to purchase brackets H7606 and H7607. See Illustration B.
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On some year models, it will be necessary to remove the two struts that bolt to the sub-frame.
If the car is equipped with a steering column interlock it will need to be removed or modified to clear the driver’s side header. -
Remove any gasket material or any carbon deposits that remain on the head surface. The use of a gasket removal agent will ease the removal of any gasket material.
ASSEMBLY
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Note: Some year models may require the engine to be raised slightly by removing the motor mount bolt on either side. Use a board between the pan and jack.
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Install the headers from the bottom of the vehicle. Slide the headers into place and install a bolt at either end of the header to hold them in place.
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Lower the motor, replace the motor mount bolts and check for header clearance.
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Using the supplied header bolts, apply a small amount of anti-seize to the bolts and start the most restrictive bolts first. Tighten evenly starting from the center.
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Replace the clutch linkage, oil filter, dipstick tube and dipstick and alternator.
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On late model cars with power steering, use the spacer provided and the long bolt from the stock exhaust manifold to remount the power steering. See Illustration C.
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Replace the starter and connect the wires. Reroute the wires as needed for clearance.
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Install the reducers and determine the connection to the exhaust system.
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Weld the reducers to the exhaust system and install them onto the headers utilizing the gaskets and bolts supplied.
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If the spark plugs have a lot of miles on them, now would be a good time to replace them.
When you install the spark plugs, apply a small amount of anti-seize to the threads. 11. Install the spark plugs and connect the wires to the proper plug. It may be necessary to reroute wires to clear the headers. -
Check to make sure that all the wiring, brake lines, hoses, etc. are clear of the headers or any exhaust component.
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Make sure all necessary brackets and accessories have been replaced and secured.
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Connect the battery cable.
IMPORTANT CHECK LIST
► Be sure that all brake lines, transmission lines, and fuel lines are clear
of headers and/or connector pipes.
► All spark plug wires, battery cables, or other electrical components should
be clear of headers and/or connector pipes.
► If dipstick tube was removed , make sure it is installed properly and that
the dipstick has been replaced.
► Double-check the tightness of all bolts including brackets and accessories.
START THE ENGINE
Start the engine and allow it to warm up to operating temperature. Check for
any unusual noises or exhaust leaks. If everything is OK, stop the engine and
tighten all bolts while the engine is still warm.
NOTE: Check the bolts periodically to make sure they have not loosened.
Re-tighten after the first 500 miles and then again at 1000 miles
Parts List
- Left side header
- Header gaskets
- Spacer
- 3/8”-16 x 3/4” header bolts
- 3/8”-16 hex nut
- Right side header
- 3” reducers
- 3”, 3 bolt collector gaskets
- 3/8”-16 x 1” hex head cap screws
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, Nickel, Cadmium and Chromium which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
PATRIOT EXHAUST LIMITED WARRANTY
All Patriot Headers and Exhaust products are guaranteed, to the original
purchaser, to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from
date of purchase. This warranty covers the replacement or repair of the
product and does not cover the cost of removal and installation, customer
applied coatings, or Any discoloration or corrosion of finished surfaces.
Damage or product failure resulting from collision, improper installation, off
road use, road hazards, the use of exhaust insulating wrap, or rust occurring
after installation is not covered by the warranty. This warranty extends only
to the original purchaser.
Should a part be deemed defective, it should be returned to the original
selling retailer and must be accompanied by the sales receipt. If there is no
retailer in your area, contact PerTronix direct for a return authorization and
return the part prepaid to the factory for inspection. PerTronix reserves the
right to replace or repair the alleged defective part and return the part
freight collect.
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