I am about ready to install the engine in my 71 Comet GT. It is a HO 5.0 with a new Holley 600. I am expecting to install some side pipes, so they will be loud enough. I am debating what headers I am going to install. I have a set of Hedmans that I know will fit. I also have a set of shorties that came out of a Mustang GT. I am thinking they will fit, but not for sure. Who has done this before? What are the benefits and drawbacks of using each one? Thanks! After my paint job I will post pictures of another Comet resurrected from the grave!
The mustang headers will not work, fox body headers do not work on mavericks. side pipes are always fun though
I was wondering if the shortie headers would work. I was thinking not. I remember trying to put them in a Comet 5 years ago...
I have hedman headers and they are fing horrible to get in and out. Eventhe starter needs a header removed to go in. Try anythingbut the headman headers ....
Headers I have the 88300 Hedman long tube fit good, I have no problems with fit. All long tube headers have to come off to change the starter.
Frank, you are like a detective taking a statement. Looks like you caught another perp contradicting them self! Good work. rofl2: I appreciate the bold letter hi-lighting too. Thanks for the chuckle.
I just had a 5.0 put in my 77 mav and used the headman 88400 short tub headers. They were my only real option because of column shift linkage and power steering and still a tight fit on the drivers side but works.
Hooker 6901's long tubes fit well, Are pretty easy to install and I've changed 2 starters easily without removing a header.
