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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 05:56 PM
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Ok so I'm thinking of buying a pair of headers. Found the ebay stainless headers for 189 also found a site that has the pacesetter lts painted for 248 shipped.

I read good things about both.will stainless last longer than the painted headers with high temp paint on them? Just want one that is gonna last long. Thanks
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 09:19 PM
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Generally yes, stainless will last a lot longer than painted headers. Now if you garage your car and only drive it on clear sunny days, and are in a location where road salt and such isn't used, painted headers can last a while too.

Also, if you have the cash to spend, go for the texas speed stainless headers. $500 for 1 7/8" stainless longtubes.
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I appreciate the advice. I live in Florida so road salt is not an issue here.

I noticed you have a pots Tb on the car how do you like it? I just ordered one.
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I appreciate the advice. I live in Florida so road salt is not an issue here.

I noticed you have a pots Tb on the car how do you like it? I just ordered one.
I've been happy with it. It's a quality port job, especially for the price. I didn't notice a huge seat of the pants increase or anything, but the throttle response was a lot better. I installed the Potz TB and my lid at the same time.
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