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Topic: Headers :rolleyes:
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 10683
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 01:36 AM
   
Ok these dam long tube headers.I had to move my battery cable for them,and change my exhaust around.One side hits my shock tower.Now I just noticed that the drivers side.The pitman arm hits one of the tubes when I turn all the way left.It has already made a small dent in it.
As any one else had this happen???
Will my manual center link help at all.Or what can I do to help this?
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SCOOP
oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs "Why do people who know the least know it the
loudest?" 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8"3.40 TracLoc,Cragar SS,Black Suede. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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rockafellz
Gearhead Posts: 1250
From: San Lorenzo, CA, USA
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 10:11 AM
Ron,Take it to the exhaust shop and have them heat it up and bang on it a little with a BFH. Shouldn't be more than $10 if that!! Erik ------------------
1966 Ford Mustang 2+2
Mine - Restomod in Progress 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
Dad's - Original Unrestored
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rockafellz
Gearhead Posts: 1250
From: San Lorenzo, CA, USA
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 10:15 AM
Oh, and try not to get frustrated. Remember, you've got 90% of it done now, just fine tuning (which is the fun part)  .Call a few places and get quotes before you even leave the house. I actually have fun calling all the local places and it pays off when I find a place that is cheaper. Erik ------------------
1966 Ford Mustang 2+2
Mine - Restomod in Progress 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
Dad's - Original Unrestored
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ekbeanctr
Gearhead Posts: 356
From: Middlebury, IN USA
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 03-26-2003 04:57 PM
Ron, I feel for you with those header headaches!! I am trying to get up enough nerve to try and install my long tube hooker's on my 65.
Like Eric says, try not to get frustrated although it's hard not to. I have been working on brake system now for 4 weekends and just keep adding parts $$$$ to try and get them to work. Ernie------------------
Have a Wonderful Day
CandyApple 65 Fastback
351W, 4 Speed
Versaille 9" Rear End
Global West Front End
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stinger
Gearhead Posts: 160
From: mn
Registered: Feb 2003
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posted 03-26-2003 05:06 PM
hmmmmm, this is the fun I have too look forward too!
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johnmustang
Gearhead Posts: 4088
From: Vancouver Island , British Columbia , Canada
Registered: Nov 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 06:17 PM
quote:
Originally posted by stinger:
hmmmmm, this is the fun I have too look forward too!
Oh yes , this is just the start of it, as you get deeper into it, the cost goes way up as well as your level of frustration. The best part is when you finally get it done, it is worth every penny and minute of frustration.
JOHN
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65 2+2 FASTBACK
87 TAURUS WAGON
98 F150 XLT TRITON V8 4.6, 4 WHEEL DRIVE
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WARDF
Journeyman Posts: 41
From: Cecilia, Ky. USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 03-26-2003 10:10 PM
I hope you don't have to bang a primary tube closed to get it to fit( I don't mean close it off completely). I think a set of headers designed to fit an application should fit that application or you should return it for a set that does. Don't settle for an inferior product that you have to beat on when it new to get it to fit. Just .02
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ekbeanctr
Gearhead Posts: 356
From: Middlebury, IN USA
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 03-26-2003 10:11 PM
quote:
Originally posted by johnmustang:
Oh yes , this is just the start of it, as you get deeper into it, the cost goes way up as well as your level of frustration. The best part is when you finally get it done, it is worth every penny and minute of frustration. JOHN
You mean there is a time when you actually get done !!  ------------------
Have a Wonderful Day
CandyApple 65 Fastback
351W, 4 Speed
Versaille 9" Rear End
Global West Front End
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 10683
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 10:12 PM
Wardf I agree with you 100% the same companys shorty headers fit great.The long tubes suck.------------------
SCOOP
oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs "Why do people who know the least know it the
loudest?" 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8"3.40 TracLoc,Cragar SS,Black Suede. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 10683
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 03-26-2003 10:14 PM
quote:
Originally posted by ekbeanctr:
You mean there is a time when you actually get done !!
Yes there's time because when your done.You don't have any more friends of family.And the mostly you don't have any more money.  ------------------
SCOOP
oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs "Why do people who know the least know it the
loudest?" 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8"3.40 TracLoc,Cragar SS,Black Suede. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 670
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 03-27-2003 02:35 AM
Good Advice. quote:
Originally posted by WARDF:
I hope you don't have to bang a primary tube closed to get it to fit( I don't mean close it off completely). I think a set of headers designed to fit an application should fit that application or you should return it for a set that does. Don't settle for an inferior product that you have to beat on when it new to get it to fit. Just .02
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Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power
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n2oMike
Gearhead Posts: 1468
From: Spencer, WV
Registered: Jan 2001
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posted 03-27-2003 07:39 PM
Over time, old mustang's shock towers tend to sag inward. If they have sagged any, they may need 'porta-powered' apart. The tops of the front shocks should be exactly 33-1/2" inches apart. If the towers need spread, go a tad bit extra, as they will 'snap back' a bit after they've had a little time to settle. Good Luck! ------------------
Mike Burch
66 mustang real street
302 4-speed 289 heads
10.63 @ 129.3
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steve'66
Gearhead Posts: 6150
From: Sonoma,CA,USA
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 03-27-2003 10:39 PM
Ron,I went trough all you are going thru when I put the 351 in the '66. I had a blue torch to help me, the heddmans were modified here and there and the shock towers were "relieved" in a couple spots too. I feel your "pain", but it'll be worth it. SteveW
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