V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

preference on headers?

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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 04:49 AM
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Hey guys. Just wanted to know if any of you had a preference on a set of headers for an 02 v6? Thanks
Old Jul 15, 2011 | 06:17 AM
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Long tubes or stock. Shorties don't do anything on the 3.8L except lighten your wallet.
Old Jul 15, 2011 | 11:41 AM
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If you have smog like I do (CA so strict), long tubes aren't going to be legal, you can get some 94-98 headers that will flow a little better than the manifolds you currently have. I'm pretty sure no fab to the exhaust is necessary, should bolt right up to the exhaust flange.
Old Jul 15, 2011 | 03:06 PM
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If you dont have to pass tests then MAC long tubes.
Old Jul 17, 2011 | 06:39 AM
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Alright guys thanks for the info. I'm pretty sure north carolina has no smog testing so ill be looking into some long tube headers
Old Jul 17, 2011 | 10:16 AM
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i passed ma smog with my LTs and high flows,
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