Mike,
What is Jet Hotted. Who does it? Why would you do it? How much does it cost?
Oh, I have a set of stainless steel headers on my 1600.
Guy
67.5 SPL
Tempe, AZ
datsunmike wrote:
> Andrew,
>
> I really don't think headers add much to the performance as the stock
> headers were pretty good. However headers weigh a lot less and the rest you
> said is true also.
>
> Mike
>
> BTW, have them Jet Hotted. I just got mine back a few weeks ago and they
> look awesome. I had them Jet Hotted about 8 years ago and they have a
> lifetime guarantee which they honor. They look like chrome!!!!!
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Andrew Murphy" <solex67@hotmail.com>
> To: <noji@snowman.med.umn.edu>
> Cc: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, January 08, 2001 3:27 PM
> Subject: Re: Should I add a Header?
>
> > Since I am restoring my 67 2000, I have asked this question of both
> > knowledgeable people and the vendors (who are also knowledgeable of
> course)
> > and I go the same response: Unless you are going for the total stock
> > restoration, the header has many advantages over the manifold.
> >
> > 1. Price. At least half the price of a manifold
> > 2. Endurance. Tend to last longer and crack less
> > 3. Performance. I have been told that the header will increase
> performance.
> > 4. Looks. Nice lines as opposed to the rough outlines of the manifold.
> >
> > Put it this way, I have a stock 2000 manifold and will probably sell it in
> > favor of putting a nice header on my 67 2000.
> >
> > Andrew Murphy
> > SoCalROC
> >
> >
> > From: dana nojima <noji@snowman.med.umn.edu>
> > Reply-To: dana nojima <noji@snowman.med.umn.edu>
> > CC: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: Should I add a Header?
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> > Robert,
> >
> > There are several potential advantages with going with headers.
> >
> > If you every remove the starter, it is much easier with headers.
> >
> > Potential power increase.
> >
> > They originals had a tendency to rot out.
> >
> > They look and sound good.
> >
> > As always, YMMV,
> >
> > Dana
> >
> > CalSpeed@aol.com wrote:
> >
> > > In a message dated 1/8/01 6:16:50 PM !!!First Boot!!!,
> > Robert.Long@CSDInc.com
> > > writes:
> > >
> > > << What are people's thoughts on replacing the stock manifold with a
> > header?
> > > >>
> > >
> > > On my U20 Solex it is wonderful! Quite loud but well worth the swap
> for
> > > power.
> > >
> > > Calspeed
> > > <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/calspeed1/motorsports.html";>Calspeed
> > Datsun
> > > Motorsports</A>
> >
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