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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 06:09 PM
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Default Installing headers this week, any tips?????

I ordered the TPIS longtube headers and I hope to install them on Thurs or Fri. I am already planning on replacing the fuel filter, spark plugs and maybe the plug wires. Do y'all have any tips about installing them or any suggestions on plugs or wires to get? I heard some people say to get the wires with angled ends. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 06:13 PM
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I just installed the TPIS LTs a few months back. I was a newbie, but made it through with help from the forum. Once you get in feel free to IM me with questions.

Max
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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 09:33 PM
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Get the frame @ 12-14 inches off the ground and they slide out easy, at least they do on my 85...
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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 11:17 PM
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I live in College Station and just ordered a set too.Let me know how it went or I/M if you want some help.I just ordered heads, cam, headers, exhaust, pulley and thinking of doing the headers myself.All my parts should be in this week.
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Old Feb 23, 2004 | 11:14 AM
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Are you going to add aftermarket cats, which ones or go catless.
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Old Feb 23, 2004 | 11:21 AM
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Hey I don't know about the headers but I just thought I would say hey since your car is one number before mine! :D

Your 21 and you own 343
I'm 20 and own 344 :crazy:
Make sure you stop by the GrandSportRegistry.com if you haven't already :cheers:
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Old Feb 23, 2004 | 12:56 PM
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Hey Mongoose, thats pretty cool. I hope you are enjoying yours as much as I am! :cool:
Hey Maddmax, what kind of gains did you get after installing them?

Right now I have Flowmaster mufflers and an X-pipe. It already sounds great, but I think it will sound awesome with the headers! :D
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