When were tubular headers first available?

[dmk]

I'd like to put headers on a '57 Chevy, but would like to build it as a period Hot Rod. When were tubular headers first available to a regular guy on the street?

[Harry P.]

Hedman Hedders have been available since 1954.

[dmk]

Cool! Thanks for the quick reply Harry. So a guy could have put a set on a new '57 Chevy then.

[Greg Myers]

yes indeed. Something like this they were availabl in most of the older (original) Revell Tri-Five kits.

Edited March 23, 2013 by Greg Myers