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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 01:08 PM
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Im stuck between a set of 3.73's or a set of long tubes off road xpipe. What would be the performance gains with the long tubes. I have ridden in a car that had 3.73's and it was a f'ing rocket. With gas prices the way they are im kinda leaning to the headers. What do ya think.
Old Sep 10, 2008 | 01:39 PM
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Learn it yourself. I'm done.

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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 01:48 PM
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I think you'd be happier with gears...
Old Sep 10, 2008 | 02:31 PM
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Headers would probably be more fun, but cost around 1000-1500 including install. You can get gears and have them installed for under 500.

EDIT: I just noticed your exhaust setup. With long tube headers, no cats, and flowmasters, you will probably get a ton of drone.
Old Sep 10, 2008 | 06:57 PM
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do both
Old Sep 11, 2008 | 06:52 AM
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Gears, no doubt about it. You might not even notice the headers (aside from sound) unless you're at the track or on the dyno.
Old Sep 11, 2008 | 11:02 AM
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Gears. Headers I have heard will do nothing unless you are supercharged.
Old Sep 11, 2008 | 04:04 PM
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+1 on the gears
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