Headers?

lpraider50 · Nov 18, 2011

i have a 97 gt and was wondering if its a bad idea to install a tune and off road X pipe for my car before i change the headers? Im getting these as a gift but im not sure if its a good idea to put the X pipe in without headers. Also, anyone know a good website that had good prices on these parts? Let me know what you guys think. Thanks!!

bradfier · Nov 18, 2011

1.) Decide what length header you want. (Long, Mid, Short)
2.) Which X Pipe you get will be determined by the length of the header. (If you go with Shorties you can install the mid pipe and tune before you install the headers)
3.) The Tune is most important so make sure its done right and deletes the OBDII readings otherwise your "Check Engine" light will be on.

Just do a Google Search for the product you want, and be sure to check ebay.

lpraider50 · Nov 18, 2011

yea i was planning on going with shorties, i was told the shorties are for more top end

Sonic04GT · Nov 18, 2011

lpraider50 said:
yea i was planning on going with shorties, i was told the shorties are for more top end

If you're going to spend the time and money to do headers, get longtubes or go home.

Stumbaugh · Nov 18, 2011

Please do not waste your time with putting shorty headers on. They offer no performance gains over stock manifolds, but are still a pain in the ass to install. Put long tubes on.

sneaky98gt · Nov 18, 2011

The question of 'shorties or longtubes?' isn't a question at all. If you are going to take the time and money to change the headers, long tubes all the way.

Deleted member 38176 · Nov 18, 2011

lpraider50 said:
yea i was planning on going with shorties, i was told the shorties are for more top end

Whoever told you that has no clue what they're talking about. Shorties offer no power gain.

Stumbaugh · Nov 19, 2011

I would no longer seek automotive advice from the person who told you shorties are for top end.

Wait a second....did Handz tell you that?

Deleted member 38176 · Nov 19, 2011

Stumbaugh said:
I would no longer seek automotive advice from the person who told you shorties are for top end.

Wait a second....did Handz tell you that?

lpraider50 · Nov 19, 2011

it was from a guy off americanmuscle.com...i would have thought he knew what he was talking about..thanks for letting me know. Also, he said that its worth spend the extra $100 to get the ceramic coated headers cuz they last much longer, is it worth it?

ktaylOR2012 · Nov 19, 2011

did anyone ever get these or hear anything about them? 96-04 GT Long Tube Headers - Black Pacesetter (Black) & X Pipe [PSCK2] - $419.99 : MrBodykit.com, The Most Diverse Mustang Bodykits and Mustang Aftermarket Parts on the Planet

Deleted member 38176 · Nov 19, 2011

lpraider50 said:
it was from a guy off americanmuscle.com...i would have thought he knew what he was talking about..thanks for letting me know. Also, he said that its worth spend the extra $100 to get the ceramic coated headers cuz they last much longer, is it worth it?

Wow that's a shame. Usually AM knows their ****. Also, definitely get the ceramic coated version, especially if it's only $100 more. Ceramic coating helps keep heat transfer from the headers to a minimum (since they get HOT) and insulate the header which increases internal gas velocity allowing for a few more HP and better sound quality.

ktaylOR2012 said:
did anyone ever get these or hear anything about them? 96-04 GT Long Tube Headers - Black Pacesetter (Black) & X Pipe [PSCK2] - $419.99 : MrBodykit.com, The Most Diverse Mustang Bodykits and Mustang Aftermarket Parts on the Planet

Stay far far away from pacesetter. They're known to have quality and fitment issues. Besides, $419 is MAC territory, of which are known as one of the best headers for these cars.

ktaylOR2012 · Nov 19, 2011

well thats for the headers and o/r x pipe but good to know i know someone with them on his bmw he likes them im just trying to find out more about them

lpraider50 · Nov 19, 2011

Are these quality? Pypes Polished Shorty Headers (96-04 Mustang GT) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

lpraider50 · Nov 19, 2011

nvm just noticed those are shortys

Deleted member 38176 · Nov 20, 2011

This is where I got my headers. Exceptional quality, great customer service, fast shipping.....

Only $50 more than those shorty headers LOL

1996-04 Mustang GT MAC Long Tube Headers - Chrome

I had mine ceramic coated myself but you can leave them chrome if you like

lpraider50 · Nov 20, 2011

i was told that ceramic isn't really needed unless your racing. Being said that, i was told not go to with chrome because chrome builds up heat and just go with like a black coating

Stumbaugh · Nov 20, 2011

I know plenty of people running flowtech's. They are like $250. That's what I plan on running for a little while.

Deleted member 38176 · Nov 20, 2011

lpraider50 said:
i was told that ceramic isn't really needed unless your racing. Being said that, i was told not go to with chrome because chrome builds up heat and just go with like a black coating

Oh wow, is this the same person who told you that shorty headers were better for top-end? LOL

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