shorty vs longtube headers

[unvmyrs]

Just ordered some edelbrock shorty headers for 369.99 for my ss. Got shorties because I couldn't find anything for sure about which is better except that long tubes may have a super small difference in 6-7 k rpm range. I wanted my setup to be more practical... ie no clearance issues...easier to change plugs... etc. Based off your experience which do you guys find to be a better buy. Shorties seem to have more low end power.

[dmw319]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

LT's almost always

[unvmyrs]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

I meant to give a link to back up what I was talking about. All you gave was a vague statement. Explain This.http://www.sandersonheaders.com/Lets-Get-Technical.html
Just trying to understand not be a ****.

[Bird_Of_Prey]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

I wouldn't put anything other than longtubes on an LS1, but that's just me. I have OBX Headers on mine.

[bigairboarder44]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

Everything I read said the exact opposite of what you said. I have long tubes on mine and I believe most guys go with long tubes. If you're not looking for every drop of HP, then the difference is negligible.

Yeah, you will probably have better clearance with shorties. That said, my ground clearance is fine and I have duals. If you go with the standard Y, then it should be even better. I'm actually looking to lower my car since I need new shocks.

[bigairboarder44]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

I know it's a bad picture, but here's my clearance with longtubes and true duals. They are tucked up really well... Since it's hard to tell, the can fits under the piping with space, but the muffler comes about 1/4" below the top of the can.

[ACiFiC]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

I know it's a bad picture, but here's my clearance with longtubes and true duals. They are tucked up really well... Since it's hard to tell, the can fits under the piping with space, but the muffler comes about 1/4" below the top of the can.

looks good.. did you x or H pipe?

[unvmyrs]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

Just got the headers in the mail... gonna drop off tomorow for ceramic powdercoating... red. Hope it looks good. It'll match the rest of my underhood appliances. Hah@!

[3.4 slow to go]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

move the muffler

[bigairboarder44]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

looks good.. did you x or H pipe?

It's an X-pipe.

move the muffler

Is that directed at me? Why?

[unvmyrs]

Re: shorty vs longtube headers

Ok started install late last night. Actually started at like 930... after driving to the auto parts store and deciding I was also gonna tune her up. Msd 8.5 mm red wires and ngk iridium plugs. I got them both for about 150. Gonna try to do more work tonight on her!!!