Help deciding what Headers to buy...

[Rack]

Well my 440 is almost done. My mechanic says he'll try to get it finished before x-mas (I brought him the engine over a year ago and told him to take his time, and I'm still not in any hurry as the body is not ready for the engine anyway).

I need to start figuring out what headers to buy so I can have them ready by the time my engine is done so I can get it on the Dyno.

My mechanic recommended something big (1 7/8" or 2"). I'm looking at something in either or those sizes but a good brand and that will also fit good on my '68 charger.

What do you gearheads recommend?

[mikesbbody]

if you have the cash, go for tti's expensive, but fit well (so im told i dont have them myself) 1.7/8th should be big enough however, if planning a stroker you may want to think about the 2 inch diameter headers. 

[firefighter3931]

Bobby, the TTI's fit very nice but are expensive. Another excellent option are the Thorley headers....the are heavy guage steel and come ceramic coated for about $300 less than the TTI's. These will also fit with an angled plug head (Edelbrock RPM/Indy EZ) should you decide to upgrade in the future. Here's a good link to read :

http://www.moparts.com/Tech/Archive/exhaust/17.html



Ron

[Rack]

Thanks, Fellas. 


I was thinking TTI beforehand, but I'm gonna check out that link, Ron.


One more question, what's a reasonable price to get my engine on a Dyno when I'm done?

[firefighter3931]

One more question, what's a reasonable price to get my engine on a Dyno when I'm done?

Bobby, the going rate is about $500 for a full day of testing....it might be cheaper in your area so shop around. 



Ron

[Rack]

Wow. My mechanic said it's usually 350 a day locally. Guess that's a bargain.


Thanks, Ron. You're the man!


If I ever see you, I'm gonna let you raise hell in my charger (if I ever get it done). 

[firefighter3931]

If I ever see you, I'm gonna let you raise hell in my charger (if I ever get it done). 

That's funny...lmao ! It'll get done....patience grasshopper !! 

Yep....$350 for a day on the "pump" is an excellent deal ! 

Keep us posted on your progress 


Ron

[Ghoste]

You guys are lucky to have "local" dynos, it involves a fair drive for some of us.

[Rack]

You guys are lucky to have "local" dynos, it involves a fair drive for some of us.

My engine is 150 miles from where I live. I'd also have to have my engine hooked up to the dyno up there too (San Antonio). So I'm in the same boat.