I would like to install a set of headers.. I know long tube headers are the best for HP but, I'm just going to use it on the street. I heard that short tube headers are great for low end torque, is this correct?

 

Do a search and plenty of information will pop up.

You can also look at
http://www.stanginfo.com/Headers/headeroptions_view.php
for any fitment issues you might run into.

I would recommend ceramic coating on whatever you do get, it holds up well and looks good after years or service.

 

For shorty headers, JBA makes a quality header that bolts right up to your 289 or 302. They also make a medium length header with the collectors.
http://www.centuryperformance.com/de...ct_ID=JBA-1650

 

Nope. Quite the contrary...

Tests have proven that shorties add no HP gains on either the top or bottm end. They may give you a better sound, but that's about it. If you're truly wanting to benefit from better breathing, you have to go with long tubes.

 

I still love the Tri-y long tube headers and mine are ceramic coated in ny 65, 289.

Cheers.....[sm=icon_cheers.gif]

 

DO HEADERS MAKE A BIG DIFFRENCE IN SOUND AND POWER? I HAVE A 4 BARREL HOLLEY CARB, FLOWMASTER DUAL EXHAUST WITH TURNDOWNS BEFORE THE REAR AXLE, AND K&N AIR FILTER. ITS SOUND LOUD IN THE CAR BUT I WANT PEOPLE TO HEAR ME FROM A DISTANCE? WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO GET THAT SOUND?PLEASE HELP!

 

ya long tube headers will do that u get a better sound and more hp so u hit two birds with one stone.....

 

THANKS ANY PATICULAR BRAND? ONCE I GET THE HEADER IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE THAT MAKES IT LOUDER?

 

hooker or hedman all the way!! they are extremly well built and inexpensive

 

well my fav. is hooker super comp. they are a little spendy but so worth it...... i don't know any thing else to make it louder