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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 10:15 PM
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hey guys I am going to put a set of lg long T headers on my 99 frc do I need to use heat boots on my wires
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 10:28 PM
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hey guys I am going to put a set of lg long T headers on my 99 frc do I need to use heat boots on my wires
Do you really have to ask this? It's up to you..do you want the heat protection or not?
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 12:24 AM
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hey guys I am going to put a set of lg long T headers on my 99 frc do I need to use heat boots on my wires
Use the factory ones at least, I have Lg's as well and there is < 1/16th of clearance on the number 1&2 plug wires and the primaries.
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lucky If my wires will not melt from the headers then no I dont plan on using them, sorry to get you upset probally best you dont reply to anymore of my stupid questions so yo will live longer
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lucky If my wires will not melt from the headers then no I dont plan on using them, sorry to get you upset probally best you dont reply to anymore of my stupid questions so yo will live longer
Seriously? No typing in caps, no rant...and my response is still perceived as "upset"? If you carefully position your hand in between header pipes (while the engine is running), your hand will not melt either......but.....given enough time.....the heat will cook your hand.
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I used them when I added Dynatech LTs.
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thanks rooster will probally use them just to be on safe side
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thanks rooster will probally use them just to be on safe side
Smart move!
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Smart move!
agreed. the $60 they cost me wasn't much compared to the rest of the money I'd already spend on other parts
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Originally Posted by lucky131969
Do you really have to ask this? It's up to you..do you want the heat protection or not?


This is about the same as asking if I should put my convertible top up when it rains.
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Originally Posted by Quicksilver Vert 01


This is about the same as asking if I should put my convertible top up when it rains.
Depends how fast you drive....???....
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I use em - why not - cheap protection
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i use em - why not - cheap protection
amen !!!!
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i use koolsox. i also use a zip tie on one of the wires to get it a little farther away from the runner. i cant remember which one it is though.
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