Cracked manifold - must replace
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Cracked manifold - must replace
1988 F150 Reg Cab 4wd 302 C6 Auto. The driver's side exhaust manifold is making the tell-tale "running under water" sound, indicating a crack and leak. I intend to replace both manifolds, and thought that I might go with shorty headers. Can anyone recommend a shorty header that will not be too loud, is of good quality, and reasonable price? Also, where to buy?
I don't mind a little growl, but I want to steer clear of something quite loud. Long tubes are not really an option, I don't think, as this truck is used primarily in the woods, and must not have an exhaust hanging down.
Thanks in advance for any advice you send my way!
I don't mind a little growl, but I want to steer clear of something quite loud. Long tubes are not really an option, I don't think, as this truck is used primarily in the woods, and must not have an exhaust hanging down.
Thanks in advance for any advice you send my way!
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I went with the ford racing shorties on my 1996 F350 with 351. they are stainless steel. total to my door was about $410. a lot of money, but they will never rust and i'm expecting the gains in performance and MPG to help pay for them over time. i plan on keeping the truck for a long time, so i didn't mind doing it right. also get a set of stainless bolts.
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I bought the Headmans, they were cheap and got the job done. Been 5 years now and still sounding good. If I had it to do all aover again, I would have wrapped them, they do get hot from time to time.
