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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 09:48 PM
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I am considering changing the exhaust system on my 80. I have looked into a complete dual exhaust package offered by Corvette Central that includes Magnaflow at the rear. It also states that headers are included (I am calling them to get more detail on this) Has anyone used this kit? Any idea what impact this will have on the horsepower?
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Old Jul 24, 2007 | 12:39 AM
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The best thing for the later year C3s were to make it breath better. The exhaust was very constrictive. Im in the market for sidepipes now but you will love a free flowing exhaust.
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 06:09 PM
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I have this system with Magnaflows & I love it! It does not come with headers though, but it does come with header pipe flanges, sleeves & donut gaskets. The fit is perfect and it sounds like what a Corvette should sound like now............
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Thanks. It's looking like a nice winter project is taking shape!
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Old Aug 14, 2007 | 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by SEVNT6
It does not come with headers though, but it does come with header pipe flanges, sleeves & donut gaskets. The fit is perfect and it sounds like what a Corvette should sound like now............
For the 1980 it states that the price (609.95)
Part number 323130
Set Includes:
323236 1956-1982 283/327/350 Tight Tuck Headers
323018 1980-1982 Aluminum Dual Exhaust Pipe less Muffler
323454 1978-1982 2 1/2" High Flow Aluminum Muffler
323264 2 1/2" Center Hanger Automatic with Dual Exhaust

So that means that you should be getting the "tight fit" headers. I am also intersted in installing this kit but this will have to wait until i re-install the motor after the rubuild.
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Old Aug 14, 2007 | 12:30 PM
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...if anyone is interested in a like new hooker super comp headers/side exhaust complete with custom open race shorty lightweight mufflers and its original long tube ones as well...pm me
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