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Old 08-23-2007, 09:15 AM
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Question Headers? Need Advise!!!

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I have the opportunity to pick up some MAC Mids (cer coated) for $400 (never installed/brand new) and I am wondering if it's worth it. I currently have some JBA shorties on my 383 stroker and wanted to know should I stick with my current install or go with the MACs? For those of you that prefer long tubes, just FYI they won't work for me as my T/A is slammed with Eibach Pro's and I will have major clearance issues. Will I have clearance issues with the MACs as well or is it just not really worth it? Any advise ASAP is greatly needed as if I'm gonna get these I need to move on em. Thanks for all your help.
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If these are the same MAC 1-5/8" headers that have been around since the mid '90 (which I had on my car at one time) then I can't see them giving much of a gain over the 1-5/8" JBAs you already have. There are plenty of guys running around with long tubes with lowered cars.
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yes, true duals give more issues with ground clearance than long tubes. mids are not worth $400. and thats not a deal.
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The $400 includes the headers and ypipe, which will work with my setup. Not too concerned with HP, but will the MACs work better with a 383 setup or will the JBA shorties perform just a well and it's not worth the change?
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I paid 150 for BBK, i was happy to know i will gain 15 HP on my little daily, but those headers over what you got i dont think it would be worth your efforts.



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