PATRIOT H8062 Exhaust Header Chevrolet Camaro Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- PATRIOT
Table of Contents
Installation Instructions & Warranty Information
H8062 ~ 1967-1969 CHEVY Camaro – 68-74 Nova/Chevy II
396-502 Big Block (Std. Deck Height Only)
Long Tube Headers
1967 Model Only
H8062 Exhaust Header Chevrolet Camaro
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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 considered Uncontrolled Vehicles and are defined as
follows;
1965 and Older US Manufactured California Certified Vehicles
1967 and Older US Manufactured Federally Certified Vehicles
1967 and Older Foreign Manufactured Vehicles PE V1’2021 1968-74 Models
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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.
REV. / 5-16-22 D
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.
NOTE: Vehicles MUS I have Original Style Big Block motor stands and motor
mounts for Headers to fit properly. They are no longer available from G.M.,
but reproductions are available from most of the Camaro & Nova specialty
suppliers. If the motor is mounted on Small Block frame mounts, you will
notice possible steering box and Idler Arm fit problems. DISASSEMBLY
- Remove and mark all spark plug wires and then remove all spark plugs.
- Remove the Oil filter, Clutch Linkage, Column shift auto trans linkage, Oil dipstick Tube, and Air Conditioning Compressor.
- Disconnect the head pipes from the exhaust manifolds and remove the manifolds
- Remove the gaskets and 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. Usecare not to get debris into ports or spark plug holes.
- At this point it may be necessary to cut the head pipes to allow room to install the headers. If you are installing a new exhaust system you may cut the head pipes any here you choose, but if you are using the existing exhaust you need to cut the head pipes in the proper location so that they will be able to be welded to the reducers supplied with your headers.
INSTALLATION
- Place a jack under the oil pan, with a block of wood to prevent damage to the pan. Loosen the rear transmission mount bolts. Remove the Driver’s side motor mount bolt and nut.
- Raise the left side of the engine approximately 1 1/2” – 2”.
- Power steering cars MAY require removal of the center drag link depending on how high you have lifted the car, for a better angle to slip the header between the steering box and the motor.
- Starting from below, work the driver’s side header up into position. Start a bolt on each end of the header to hold in place. Do not fully tighten at this time.
- Lower the engine back into position and replace the mount bolt and nut and fully tighten them. Retighten the transmission bolts.
- With the header still loose, work the clutch or automatic shifter cross shaft between the L3 and L4 tubes and into position.
- Reinstall and fully tighten all linkages and the oil filter.
- Slip the exhaust gasket in to place and start all the header bolts by hand.
- Tighten all the bolts evenly starting from the center and working outward..
- From below, work the passenger side header into position. Start a bolt on each end of the header to hold in place. Do not fully tighten at this time.
- Slip the exhaust gasket in to place and start all the header bolts by hand.
- Tighten all the bolts evenly starting from the center working outward.
- Air Conditioned car will require the modification to the bracket as shown in Illustration A.
- Install the oil dipstick tube.
- Install the reducers using the supplied bolts, washers, nuts and gaskets.
- Weld the exhaust system to the reducers.
- Install the spark plugs and connect the wires to the proper plug.
- Check to make sure that all the wiring, fuel lines, transmission cooler lines, brake lines, hoses, etc. are clear of the headers or any exhaust components and reroute or relocate those components as necessary.
- Check the oil level.
- 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
1 Left Side Header
2 Header Gaskets
2 Collector Gaskets
6 3/8”-16 X 1” Bolts
1 Right Side Header
2 3 ½” Reducers
16 3/8”-16 X 3/4” Header Bolts
6 3/8”-16 Hex Nut
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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