Best Value in Long Tube Headers

tdf · June 8th, 2007, 04:44 PM

I would like some opinions on the best value in Long Tube Headers.

I'm thinking of getting a set from "Stan's Headers".
http://www.stans-headers.com/Photos/260Y.jpg

Is there any one company that offers the best value in headers, y-pipe, x-pipe or h-pipe? I have an 82 that I want to covert to duals without cats. I'm now exempt from emissions in my state.

dr.gonzo! · June 8th, 2007, 04:45 PM

manual or aod?

tdf · June 8th, 2007, 04:51 PM

Manual 302 (5.0) 4-speed stock GT HO for now...maybe a 5 speed with more engine down the road.

dr.gonzo! · June 8th, 2007, 04:58 PM

82 errr not sure. Did you try summit racing or jegs?

5literJeff · June 8th, 2007, 05:52 PM

Those headers you linked are 742$ and you had the temerity to use the word value describing them?

For long tubes for a decent value I would go with BBK. After using both Mac and flowtech in the past I wouldnt use those brands again.

fogged306 · June 8th, 2007, 06:13 PM

Originally Posted by 5literJeff

Those headers you linked are 742$ and you had the temerity to use the word value describing them?

For long tubes for a decent value I would go with BBK. After using both Mac and flowtech in the past I wouldnt use those brands again.

ooo, temerity. Nice

sivart · June 8th, 2007, 06:15 PM

i heard if you will be having alot of power get longtubes, if not id go with shorts, its just alot easier to work around.

Drick · June 8th, 2007, 09:49 PM

I wouldnt use anything but Hooker headers thats what I am going to put on mine when I do my stroker build.

Go with long tubes for any power range

tdf · June 8th, 2007, 11:34 PM

The way I read Stan's web site is that the long tubes for the 79-89 Mustang (Part#289Y) are $335 not $700+. Stan's is local and one advantage is I can go there with any issues I have with them. His price seems to be right in line with other chrome headers I have looked at. Believe me, I'm not in the position to be spending unnecessarily.

Thanks for all opinions.

Zak · June 9th, 2007, 03:45 PM

are long tubes worth it? I mean I dont think the gain difference is significant between shorties & long tubes unless you are trying to stuff every little pony you can find but dont forget, installation may be painful sometimes.

usmcsawgunner · June 9th, 2007, 04:16 PM

+2 on the hooker headers

vfast · June 9th, 2007, 04:38 PM

you would be better off in using some unequal shorties.....in lower hp setups they are perfect....if you had a power adder than I would go with equal length for better tuning......those lt's really offer as 1-2 hp's over unequal length in lower hp engine and these engines don't get much use in the 5500-7000 rpm where the LT's make thier horsepower....if you had a larger stroker combo it might be the way to go..
primary tubes have alot to do with rpm ranges
KOOKs IMO make one of the best LT's

tdf · June 10th, 2007, 11:00 AM

Do the shortie headers mate up to the standard H-pipe design? If they do, I would see that as a possible advantage for lower cost and future maintenance.

vfast · June 10th, 2007, 08:41 PM

yes if the h-pipe are for them as they also have h-pipe that fit LT's as well

June 8th, 2007, 04:44 PM	#1
tdf Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 43 iTrader: 0 reviews	Best Value in Long Tube Headers I would like some opinions on the best value in Long Tube Headers. I'm thinking of getting a set from "Stan's Headers". http://www.stans-headers.com/Photos/260Y.jpg Is there any one company that offers the best value in headers, y-pipe, x-pipe or h-pipe? I have an 82 that I want to covert to duals without cats. I'm now exempt from emissions in my state.

June 8th, 2007, 06:15 PM	#7
sivart Regular Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: middle GA Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	i heard if you will be having alot of power get longtubes, if not id go with shorts, its just alot easier to work around. __________________ I just read an article about the dangers of drinking ... And it scared the crap out of me. So that's it............... After today, NO MORE READING.

June 8th, 2007, 09:49 PM	#8
Drick Big timin' in a small town 2004 FX4 F150, 86 GT Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Gods country. Nordern Michigan eh Posts: 14,336 iTrader: 1 reviews	I wouldnt use anything but Hooker headers thats what I am going to put on mine when I do my stroker build. Go with long tubes for any power range __________________ FX4 Crew Crew member #1 Don't take anything I say to heart, I don't try to come off as an asshole. It just happens

June 10th, 2007, 11:00 AM	#13
tdf Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 43 iTrader: 0 reviews	Shortie Headers - Question Do the shortie headers mate up to the standard H-pipe design? If they do, I would see that as a possible advantage for lower cost and future maintenance.

June 10th, 2007, 08:41 PM	#14
vfast Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: shimmy shack takeout Posts: 1,084 iTrader: 0 reviews	yes if the h-pipe are for them as they also have h-pipe that fit LT's as well __________________ EVERYONE IS ENTITLED TO MY OPINION:cool: 6'ers are for kids 1965 chevelle SS 421 sbc 6 speed, 3.90 gears,alum d-shaft, brodix heads,roller cam,925 AED carb...grocery getter[COLOR="Red"]RIP[/COLOR]

June 8th, 2007, 04:51 PM	#3
tdf Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 43 iTrader: 0 reviews	Manual 302 (5.0) 4-speed stock GT HO for now...maybe a 5 speed with more engine down the road.

June 8th, 2007, 05:52 PM	#5
5literJeff Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blue Ridge, South Carolina Posts: 260 iTrader: 0 reviews	Those headers you linked are 742$ and you had the temerity to use the word value describing them? For long tubes for a decent value I would go with BBK. After using both Mac and flowtech in the past I wouldnt use those brands again.

June 8th, 2007, 11:34 PM	#9
tdf Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 43 iTrader: 0 reviews	The way I read Stan's web site is that the long tubes for the 79-89 Mustang (Part#289Y) are $335 not $700+. Stan's is local and one advantage is I can go there with any issues I have with them. His price seems to be right in line with other chrome headers I have looked at. Believe me, I'm not in the position to be spending unnecessarily. Thanks for all opinions.

June 9th, 2007, 03:45 PM	#10
Zak Regular Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 254 iTrader: 0 reviews	are long tubes worth it? I mean I dont think the gain difference is significant between shorties & long tubes unless you are trying to stuff every little pony you can find but dont forget, installation may be painful sometimes.

June 9th, 2007, 04:16 PM	#11
usmcsawgunner Regular 1993 Mustang GT 13.2 @98.54 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii Posts: 433 iTrader: 0 reviews	+2 on the hooker headers

June 9th, 2007, 04:38 PM	#12
vfast Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: shimmy shack takeout Posts: 1,084 iTrader: 0 reviews	you would be better off in using some unequal shorties.....in lower hp setups they are perfect....if you had a power adder than I would go with equal length for better tuning......those lt's really offer as 1-2 hp's over unequal length in lower hp engine and these engines don't get much use in the 5500-7000 rpm where the LT's make thier horsepower....if you had a larger stroker combo it might be the way to go.. primary tubes have alot to do with rpm ranges KOOKs IMO make one of the best LT's

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