Anyone using Hooker 5204 Headers?

I thought these headers were supposed to have excellent ground clearance because they mount above the steering link? I was going to go with these headers for my motor to get away from my puny 1-5/8' hedmann's that already give me clearance problems....are these worse then the typical cheapy 1-5/8 header?

The hooker 1 3/4 tubes fit great.
#1 tube come straight down & takes a 90 degree turn to the collector. Great ground clearance.
They will not fit with power steering.