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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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i know that some will say a longtube header is a longtube header but that just isn't true. slp and kooks headers cost what they cost due to r and d and quality. they will almost always perform better but to me that extra 7 horsepower isn't worth another 500 bux. that being said how do these cheap egay longtubes compare to a cheaper set like pace setters. not looking to spend a fortune because i will likely have to modify and tig whatever set i get as they are going in a mustang. anybody ran the ebay headers?
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 08:35 PM
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One of the things that jumps the cost is the stainless VS mild steel. If your going to cut them up and re weld them I would get a set of un coated headers and do what you have to and them have them coated, unless you like rust.
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One of the things that jumps the cost is the stainless VS mild steel. If your going to cut them up and re weld them I would get a set of un coated headers and do what you have to and them have them coated, unless you like rust.
word... besides that, don't get drawn in thinking that just because they are more expensive they will give you more HP, in most cases its simply not true..
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 11:23 PM
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I'm running the eBay LT's on mine, and couldn't be any happier. Ground clearance is good, price was perfect, and they're stainless. I also noticed a huge difference going from all stock, to the LT's and true duals setup.
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 11:25 PM
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sounds like i'll definitley be picking a set up
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 11:28 PM
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Just make sure they fit ... heh.
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