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Old Apr 26, 2006 | 04:32 PM
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What would you guys prefer on a 1988 mustang gt,
A. full length headers
B. Shorty headers

I want to go with long tube headers but then thiers a chance that shorties might be better. Cause i did an engine swap with a 1988 mustang gt to a 1984 mustang gt.
Old Apr 26, 2006 | 04:42 PM
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What would be the best for mufflers, im thinking of getting some magnaflow exhaust system.
Old Apr 26, 2006 | 08:17 PM
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i would go with long tube headers (full length) as you will get more power out of them. for mufflers, id say definetly flowmasters, with a nice o/r h pipe. AMERICAN MUSCLECAR SOUND HELLS YEA!

noob disclaimer: someone who knows more, correct me if im wrong.
Old Apr 26, 2006 | 10:26 PM
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Long tube flowmasters suck for performance. Headman makes an affordable pair of long tube headers about $130. Summitt
Old Apr 26, 2006 | 10:32 PM
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shorty headers. Long tube is just a waste of money on a stock engine. Im assuming your engine is stock. Go with bbk shorty headers, off road h pipe, slp loudmouth. Your car will sound as good as it will get.
Old Apr 26, 2006 | 10:38 PM
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Long tube headers w/ borla mufflers (straight through design)....
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