Hey all,
I'm thinking about adding a set of headers to the Cruising Wagon, a 78 2.3L 4-speed that is about to become an automatic. I don't want this to be a race car by any means, but want to boost the horsepower a bit and this seems like a decent way to go. A few questions though, as I don't have any experience with these. First, how much of a horsepower gain can I hope to achieve by going this route? Will it be noticeable enough to me, even if not to everyone else? Are there any made that I can essentially bolt on to the car and have them fit, in other words, something made for the Pinto? I've been looking at a brand called Hedman Street Hedders. Their part # HED 48030 is supposed to bolt right on, but before I cough up the money ($175.95) which I don't have anyway, I'd like to know I'm getting the right equipment for my car that won't cost me five times what I paid for it to have someone else modify it to fit. This product was found on the Summit Racing Equipment website, recommended by the local Ford dealer. Would someone please fill me in on how they or someone they knew went about this same kind of project? I'd appreciate any help at all.
Thanks!
FlyerPinto