Sanderson Headers CC3-SEC Small Block Chevy Blockhugger

CC3-SEC Header Set, Small Block Chevy

The Sanderson CC3 header set fits Small Block Chevy engines in 1970–1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 1955-Up Chevy trucks, and various conversion and swap applications. Its compact design includes swept-back collectors, making it ideal for tight chassis layouts and crossmember clearance.

The CC3 features a 15-degree angled collector on the driver side and a 5-degree angle on the passenger side, allowing more space around the starter and front subframe. It’s also suitable for street rods using a Camaro front clip. Some truck years may require modification to factory A/C, alternator brackets, or mounts.

Also available in a larger 1-5/8″ primary tube version: part #CC3-158. Compatible with angle plug and D-port heads. Please review the “Vortec-Style Heads” and “What is a D-Port” tabs for details.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Engine: Small Block Chevy 265-400
• Primary Tube Diameter: 1-1/2″
• Collector Diameter: 2.5″

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. We apply a multi-layer inside-and-out aluminized ceramic coating in-house and polish it to a high luster. This aerospace and military-grade technology provides excellent heat protection, enhances cylinder scavenging, and increases the durability of your headers.

OPTIONS:

Our Aluminized Ceramic Coating is available and RECOMMENDED on all Sanderson Headers. We apply a multi-layer inside and outside silver ceramic coating in-house to meet our high standards of quality, and polish the coated header to a high luster. This coating provides aerospace and military technology to your vehicle to control the heat in your engine bay, improve cylinder scavenging of exhaust gases, and increase the longevity of your header investment.  

What is a D-Port?

We often see confusion in what is considered a D-Port cylinder head for small block Chevrolet engine applications. The problem originates in the technical understanding of what constitutes a true D-PORT versus a D-shape. The D-Port roof extends well above the centerline of the exhaust port, whereas the D-shaped port fits nicely inside what is deemed a standard port dimension. As shown in the graphic below, the d-shape easily fits within the common round or square port flange opening.

Where other header manufacturers use a typical flat header flange and gasket for sealing, the patented raised flange design of the Sanderson Headers requires different flanges for different small block Chevy exhaust port shapes. Other header flanges will often block the top of the exhaust port on D-port heads. When using a Sanderson D-Port flange the port is not blocked. However, using the wrong flange with a Sanderson header may expose open areas that will not seal, creating an exhaust leak.

Examples:

1. Using a D-port flange on a common GM head (standard round, square, or D-shaped port), the header port flange open is larger (taller opening) than the sealing area around the exhaust port (additional details below, comparing two BRODIX Track 1® cylinder heads)
2. Using a standard Sanderson header flange on a D-port cylinder head has a similar problem, where the cylinder head exhaust port opening may extend above the raised flange sealing area, again creating the possibility of an exhaust leak.

Here is an example of a small block Chevrolet D-port cylinder head that requires the Sanderson D-Port header flange.

WARRANTY:

Limited 5-Year

Sanderson Street Rod Headers warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for five years from the date of purchase. Warranty activation requires the return of the enclosed warranty card.

Warranty excludes failures due to improper installation, motor tuning, misuse, damage, or use of thermal wraps. Labor, removal, or shipping costs are not covered.