Longtubes on LT1 auto?
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (ScottsLT1)
Yes, it can be done. I have no CATS on mine. Random Technolgy has some CATs that should fit, there called Metal Matrix Cats Part #70300 they cost about $265 each.
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (ScottsLT1)
I've got TPIS longtubes and the good people at Cartek tried for 2 days to get cats to work on my car but there is no way you can get the cats close enough to the motor to make a difference and not overheat the trans. There just isn't enough room.
You can get bullet cat to work on a 6m car.
You can get bullet cat to work on a 6m car.
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (mackeyred96)
There used to be pictures on More Performances' web site with long tubes and an auto. It was a really funky and ugly fit. I have long tubes, Random bullet cats and an LT1 cat back and its tight fit but manageable. Underneath, my car is identical to a 92-96 car would be with longtubes. So I guess the answer is if you run cats, its possible but not practical.
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (ScottsLT1)
Just some wisdom....always go with long tube's before using the shorty header's......Makes sence ????? dosen't it.....after all you will be doing all that work anyway.....but expect to pay $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ for the best...
Just my thoughts...
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Just my thoughts...
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (89vette)
[QUOTE]There used to be pictures on More Performances' web site with long tubes and an auto. It was a really funky and ugly fit. I have long tubes, Random bullet cats and an LT1 cat back and its tight fit but manageable. Underneath, my car is identical to a 92-96 car would be with longtubes. So I guess the answer is if you run cats, its possible but not practical.
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That was a 6m car.
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That was a 6m car.
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (oldace84)
Just some wisdom....always go with long tube's before using the shorty header's......Makes sence ????? dosen't it.....after all you will be doing all that work anyway
BUT: What about the Hooker shorty headers? You keep the cats ( I think ) and you don't have to deal with the heat from long tubes. That and it's an easy bolt on, no exhaust shop work needed.
I'm pretty sure the horsepower difference between long tubes and shorty headers is very little.
http://catalogs.google.com/catalogs?...62&catpage=129
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Re: Longtubes on LT1 auto? (flubuyu2)
Maybe...more low RPM power with long tubes?
I agreewith your statement... except for the fact the only difference between torque and horsepower is a numerical equation. :D
I agreewith your statement... except for the fact the only difference between torque and horsepower is a numerical equation. :D