Advance Headers | Mild Steel Exhaust Extractors | Holden Red Motor EH-HJ Torana LC-LX Bedford FX-EJ Swap | A85
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Description
Description
Advance Headers High-Performance Mild Steel Exhaust Extractors for HOLDEN Red Motor 6-Cylinder Engines
The Advance Headers Performance Exhaust Extractors (A85) are precision-engineered for the legendary Holden inline 6-cylinder "Red Motor" family (covering 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202 cubic inch variants). Highly versatile across classic Aussie platforms, this header set fits standard Red Motor configurations across EH to HJ generations, Torana LC-LX series, and Bedford commercial vans. Additionally, it serves as the definitive engine-swap header path for mounting a later Red Motor cleanly into early FX, FJ, FE, FC, FB, EK, and EJ structural chassis bays, completely replacing restrictive factory cast log manifolds to optimize flow and sound.
PRODUCT CONTENTS:
- 1 x Heavy-Duty Mild Steel Performance Exhaust Extractor Header Set (Left & Right Bank Assembly)
Key Features:
- Tuned mandrel-bent primary piping pathways maintain uniform internal geometry, optimizing gas velocity and delivering that crisp, distinctive classic Aussie 6-cylinder exhaust note
- Substantially optimizes low-to-mid range torque delivery and tractability—perfect for street cruisers, heavy commercial work vans, and period-correct custom modifications
- Heavy-duty mild steel construction structurally built to handle severe classic car engine bay thermal loads and demanding operational heat cycles safely
- Thick, precision laser-cut cylinder head flanges maintain flush mating boundaries to guard permanently against face distortion and exhaust gas leaks
- Engineered with specific multi-fit clearance channels to steer cleanly past steering boxes, manual clutch mechanisms, and body firewalls on retrofitted custom builds
Specifications:
- Brand: Advance Headers
- Part Number: A85
- Material: Mild Steel (Standard Finish)
- Engine Suitability: Holden 6-Cylinder Red Motor Only (149ci up to 202ci Petrol)
- Component Type: Performance Exhaust Extractors / Headers
- Estimated Fitting Time: 1.5 Hours
- Welding Required: No (Direct Bolt-On Configuration)
⚠️ Crucial Transmission Fitment & Compatibility Warnings:
1. Early Automatic Exclusions: This extractor assembly (Part No. A85) will NOT fit vehicles running an original Hydromatic or early 2-speed GM Powerglide automatic transmission due to physical interference constraints with the wide casing steps of those specific vintage gearboxes.
2. Engine Family Limit: This kit is tailored explicitly for the cylinder head port shape of the Holden Red Motor. It is not compatible with later Blue or Black engines (which feature different intake/exhaust port configurations) or the early Grey motor block footprint.
Please Note: Professional installation by an exhaust specialist or qualified classic restoration mechanic is highly recommended to guarantee proper system mapping and a perfect leak-free seal.
Important Information
- The image shown may not reflect the actual product design.
- Ensure your vehicle details match the application guide below before purchasing.
Vehicle Applications for A85 Performance Holden Red Motor Extractors
| Make | Model | Year Range Spec | Body Type | Chassis Series | Engine Details | Fitting Time | Drivetrain / Fitment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holden / G.M.H. | Kingswood / Premier / Monaro / Belmont | 1963 – 1976 | Sedan / Station Wagon / Utility / Panel Van | EH / HD / HR / HK / HT / HG / HQ / HJ Series | 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, 202ci Red Motor Inline-6 | 1.5 Hours | RWD | Direct bolt-on. Replaces original restrictive cast iron logs. Fits manual configurations and Tri-Matic transmissions. Strictly will NOT fit Hydromatic or Powerglide. |
| Holden / G.M.H. | Torana (S / SL / GTR) | 1969 – 1978 | 2-Door Coupe / 4-Door Sedan / Hatchback | LC / LJ / LH / LX Series | Holden Red Motor 6-Cylinder Engines Only | 1.5 Hours | RWD | Precision-formed pathways drop smoothly through tight mid-sized engine bays to clear mechanical linkages cleanly. |
| Holden (Conversion) | Early Holden Retrofit Swaps | 1948 – 1963 (Engine Conversion) | Sedan / Coupe Utility / Panel Van / Station Sedan | FX (48-215) / FJ / FE / FC / FB / EK / EJ Series | Holden Red Motor Inline-6 Conversion Upgrade | 1.5 Hours | RWD | Specialty conversion routing maps primary paths cleanly down past tight firewall pockets and subframes on early models upgraded to Red Motor power. |
| Bedford | Commercial Van | 1970 – 1980 Era | Cargo Van / Cab Chassis Mobile Home | CF Series (Holden Engine Options) | Holden 173 / 186 / 202ci Red Motor Inline-6 | 1.5 Hours | RWD | Engineered to slide downward safely past forward-cab steering boxes and localized engine dog-house structures cleanly. |
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