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7/27/2019 3:34 AM  #1


WHAT HEADERS TO USE

I have a 1966 Mustang Coupe with 289 V8 and a T5 5 Speed and  Factory Steering Box and a Mustang Steve Cable Clutch System Just wanting to Know a Recommended Headers should I Use  that dont Damage the Clutch Cable Thanks Tom

Last edited by gotstang (7/27/2019 10:17 AM)

 

7/28/2019 5:48 AM  #2


Re: WHAT HEADERS TO USE

JBAs work fine.  My only install issue was related to the Borgesson steering box hitting the header on the LH side.  They would clear a stock box no problem, and I've had no issues with the clutch cable. 

Last edited by TKOPerformance (7/29/2019 5:43 AM)

 

7/28/2019 9:21 AM  #3


Re: WHAT HEADERS TO USE

JBA 1650's are the better header, However the parent company also makes Patriot headers. The Patriot SBF shorty is a direct copy of the 1650 as far as shape and fit, the header flange and tube wall thickness are thinner though. For a budget part with very good fitment the Patriots aren't a bad choice
Miss May (1965 2+2 w/331) has 1650's while the 73 vert (306) uses Patriots

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7/28/2019 12:07 PM  #4


Re: WHAT HEADERS TO USE

I'd skip the headers and use hi-po manifolds. Using stock parts is enough work.


Bob. 69 Mach 1, 393W, SMOD Toploader, Armstrong  steering, factory AC.
 

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