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03-15-2004, 03:53 AM
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Shorty or Long Tube Headers?
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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I have a 2003 V6 Mustang and I was just wonder on what would be better to get. Should I get some Long tube headers or shorty headers? Which will give me better performance? |
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03-15-2004, 08:19 AM
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The Thread Killer
Join Date: Jul 2003
City: Murfreesboro
State: Tennessee
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long tubes are better for performance, and they give your exhaust note a little more umph. but if you're planning on turbo charging i believe you have to use shorties
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03-15-2004, 08:39 AM
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The Mustang's Human Twin
Join Date: May 2003
City: Terre Haute, SC for a bit
State: Indiana
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Depending on your total combo, emissions requirements and local laws,
and budget, this is a complex question. Where do you live, and what are
the emisions laws there?
What is your intended combo when it is all done?
For many people, shorties are just fine and with
certain exhaust setups, actually better. But as
a general rule, LT's will make the most torque.
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Originally Posted by Flex:
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03-23-2004, 02:16 PM
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Concordium
Join Date: Mar 2004
City: Houston, Tx
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headers do nothing for a stock V6. there have actually been certain dynos that have shown losses in power. if you are going to get shorties then you have to have a lot of mods already in order to take advantage of them.
it all depends on what your setup is gonna be though. its tough to say right now without details.
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Mods: True Dual Exhaust, Flowmaster 40's, Cobra Diamond Clear Headlights and Side Markers, Shortened Antennas, Blue Dome Light, Metallic Blue Painted Calipers, 4.10's w/ T-Lok coming in a few weeks.
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03-23-2004, 02:39 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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Well right now I have UNDERDRIVE PULLEYS, FLOWMASTER DUAL EXHAUST, MAC COLD AIR INTAKE. I am planning to get headers but I want to know wich one (shorty or long tube headers) will give me the best performance. |
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03-23-2004, 03:46 PM
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Taking life one day at a time
Join Date: May 2003
City: Simpsonville
State: South Carolina
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Well what engine mods do you plan to get in the future. If you are not doning engine mods dont waste your money. If you do plan to do engine mods just get long tubes. You would probably see little to no difference between short tubes and stock!!!
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03-23-2004, 03:49 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Not trying to tell you what to do, but a set of 3.73s or 4.10s and a t-lock will do you a lot more good there. 
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 Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 03:51 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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I plan on doing more mods to my car. I have about $700 to spend an im just trying to figure out on what to by for my baby (my car) |
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03-23-2004, 03:52 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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aight Rick0636.........do you know ne websites were they sell this? |
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03-23-2004, 03:58 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 03:59 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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03-23-2004, 04:02 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Where are you located, we might even be able to point you to a good place to get them installed?
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 04:03 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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3.73s or 4.10s, which is better? |
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03-23-2004, 04:05 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Depends on whether you are 5speed or automatic. 5speeds usually go with 3.73s, autos with 4.10s.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 04:15 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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I stay up in Southern Cali. I live next to Knott's Berry Farm |
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03-23-2004, 04:27 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Who is in Southern CA? Rellick, right, and Autobadges?
Not sure if either of them is online now.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 04:30 PM
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NITERYDER
Join Date: Aug 2003
City: Cali
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03-23-2004, 04:39 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Yes, I got that, I was trying to think who else might be who could recommend a good installer to put in gears for you. Actually I think www.differentials.com might be in your vicinity and they do installation too.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-23-2004, 04:44 PM
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Senior Tech Advisor
Join Date: Jun 2003
City: Burlington, NC
State: North Carolina
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Are you near Rancho Cordova CA?
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-24-2004, 06:36 AM
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The Mustang's Human Twin
Join Date: May 2003
City: Terre Haute, SC for a bit
State: Indiana
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I don't think you can get LT's to pass the visual for smog...
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Originally Posted by Flex:
You are the true cam master dude...
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03-24-2004, 11:10 PM
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