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Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:08 PM
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Ok, should i install 2 in side exhaust or 2 1/4 inch side exhaust? It's a stock 289.
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:12 PM
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Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:17 PM
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Man i wish my headers werent on back order. One more week! That chart doesnt really have a place for a 289 or 4.7 liter.
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:17 PM
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So im guessing 2.25?
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:40 PM
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If its duals and a stock to mild 289....2.25 should be just fine
Old Oct 24, 2005 | 11:48 PM
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I'd do the 2.25 if I were choosing between 2.00 and 2.25.
Old Oct 25, 2005 | 12:03 AM
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Ok guys, Thanks!!!
Old Oct 25, 2005 | 01:08 AM
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I'd do the 2.25 if I were choosing between 2.00 and 2.25.
ditto.
Old Oct 25, 2005 | 01:26 AM
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yeah more airflow couldnt hurt.
Old Oct 25, 2005 | 03:17 AM
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Is there a reason that you're not considering a 2.5" exhaust? Just curious.



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