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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 06:45 PM
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Hey guys i was thinking about putting new headers on an 05 FX4. Whats the difference between long and short tube headers. Any big difference in power gains, fuel milage, or sound?
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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Yes.

Short tubes are a waste of money for anything but looks, the flow improvement over stock manifold is very minimal and simply not worth the $.

If you want headers, get Long tubes.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 07:01 PM
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Any recomendations as to brand?
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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Pacesetter makes good one's and the price isn't too bad either. You will need a custom tune for long tubes though.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 07:47 PM
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The long tube headers will give you alot more low end torque too.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 08:11 PM
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again, shortys are a waste of money. long tubes are harder to install and installation may cost a little bit more, but if you wanna waste money, PM me and i'll give you my address to send the check to.
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Old Mar 24, 2009 | 12:58 PM
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Thanks Everyone
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Originally Posted by Rainman
again, shortys are a waste of money. long tubes are harder to install and installation may cost a little bit more, but if you wanna waste money, PM me and i'll give you my address to send the check to.
dude ya took the words right our of my mouth,word for word,were spliting the check also,lol.
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Old Mar 24, 2009 | 05:01 PM
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dude ya took the words right our of my mouth,word for word,were spliting the check also,lol.
you better hope he was gonna buy the expensive ones. lol
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Dynatech headers are long tubes, 304 and they pretty much bolt right in! I love them! But your wallet will be very light!
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