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Topic: Headers?
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Mooney
Gearhead Posts: 1691
From: Marietta, Ga
Registered: Oct 2003
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posted 10-28-2003 08:38 PM
   
Lookin' for a nice set of long tube headers for my 65 and wasn't sure of which way to go.
What's the advantage of tri-y headers to regular headers?
Also, what would be the best brand to go with?
I'm not looking to spend a bunch for a set, so I'm going to steer away from jet coating so I might be able to afford a lil bit nicer of headers. But any comments would be appreciated!
Thanks!
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 19581
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 10-28-2003 08:50 PM
The best are Hooker super comps,next would be Flowtechs or Heddmen.------------------
SCOOP 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8" 3.40 TracLoc. My Pics
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cynot65
Gearhead Posts: 1182
From: New York
Registered: Apr 2000
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posted 10-28-2003 08:52 PM
They've been sitting in the box since I bought them but I went with Flowtechs
Tony C*------------------
65 Convertible, Vintage Burgandy/Standard Black Interior, 289, 4spd
M&M Member#450
It ain't done yet, but it'll be done right!!
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ekbeanctr
Gearhead Posts: 709
From: Middlebury, IN USA
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 10-29-2003 06:49 PM
A real consistent source of discussion in the past has been how bad Heddman Headers fit, but they are inexpensive. If you can afford it go with the Hooker headers, They always seem to fit the best.------------------
Have a Wonderful Day
CandyApple 65 Fastback
351W, Hooker Super Comps,4 Speed
Versaille 9" Rear End
Global West Front End
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1995
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 10-30-2003 03:04 PM
Just mentioned this in another post but you can get the Summit brand headers for around $80 which includes hardware and gaskets. They wont work with a manual trans however. They are also made to fit a wide variety of years and cars so the fit may not be exactly what you want. I'm using them in my 69 with 302. They fit but are tight. Headman's come in exact applications for $120 for short ans long. You can save on the jethot by having the headers sandblasted and painting them with Krylon's extreme high temp paint. It contains ceramic and cures with engine heat and will last a very long time if you make sure there's no rust on the headers before you apply the paint.
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kcode
Gearhead Posts: 3122
From: alvaton,ky,usa Suburb of Bowling Green, M&M #79, MCA #29208
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 10-30-2003 10:53 PM
Headers are like everything else, how much do you want to spend and what do you want them to do for you. For everyday street driving, you can't beat the Shelby style ti-y's, they are designed to improve your low end torque, most have a 2 1/2 collector, they hug the floor pans better than 4 tube, less hassle over speed bumps in parking lots. If you are looking for higher RPM hp go with a 4 tube long. Again $$$ comes into play. As mentioned Hooker Super comps are probably the best, but they are too expensive for a street car. Hooker Comps are more affordable and are made with thicker tubing,thinner flanges, but will last longer. I have Hooker Comps on my wifes 66 convert. Heddmans are good also, I've had about three sets on my 65 coupe with no problems with fit. 4-tubes will hang down lower and create clearance problems. The choice is yours.  ------------------
Mike Golliver
MCA Gold Card Judge-Modifieds
65 Kcode coupe 347 stroker modified 5-speed MCA Retired
66 convertible-3 dueces and a 5-speed with a 289
89 T-Bird Super coupe
01 Mustang GT Convt
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66ponyconvert
Journeyman Posts: 29
From: New York, NY, USA
Registered: Sep 2003
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posted 11-02-2003 09:16 AM
Are there more difficulties/issues with fitting headers and dual exhaust to a convertible that there are with a coupe/f'back?Also, I didn't realize the Tri-Ys are as good as anything for low-end torque -- that's interesting.
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RADRIDE
Gearhead Posts: 292
From: Va.Beach, Va.
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 11-02-2003 09:44 AM
I have a set of Hooker Comps I took off to put Super-Comps on my 65.I have the headers,new bolts that came with S/Cs and the gaskets for between heads and headers.No collecters.$25 plus shipping.They are very solid and had been coated at one time,but the coating is falling off.I used HPC and was not as satisfied as the stock ceramic coating on my S/Cs.
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Mooney
Gearhead Posts: 1691
From: Marietta, Ga
Registered: Oct 2003
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posted 11-02-2003 03:51 PM
RADRIDE, you're looking to sell your hooker comps for 25 plus shipping? Did I understand that right? If that was right, you've got a buyer right here. My E-mails [email protected]
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RADRIDE
Gearhead Posts: 292
From: Va.Beach, Va.
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 11-04-2003 06:16 PM
Someone e-mailed me 10 min after the post wanting them.I kept your e-mail & if that falls through Ill contact you.
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