Installing Lightning headers on 502MPI.
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Installing Lightning headers on 502MPI.
OK, I am getting ready to install a set of Lightning headers on a 2000 Sunsation 288. I am looking for tips, hints and tricks so I don't have to reinvent the wheel doing this. The biggest issue I see is relocating the shifter bracket (I know where I will put that), the ECU and the oil filter.
If anyone has any tips on this type of install, all input is much appreciated!
Also, if anyone has pics of their experience, I would love to see them. [email protected]
If anyone has any tips on this type of install, all input is much appreciated!
Also, if anyone has pics of their experience, I would love to see them. [email protected]
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I will try to get you some pics tomorrow. I had lightning put on theVelocity a about three years ago. Can't remember all the details but some brackets were fabrcated. I had Precision Marine redo the ECU to prevent any lean condions. He also Advanced the timing and set it up to run a 140 degree thermostat. Have to use premium gas but runs like a bandit.
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There's one bolt on each side you have to install first or you will not be able to get it in. I can't remember which one, but they make mention of it in there literature. I've had mine for 1 1/2 seasons now and love them. Like Dennis said you will want to add a fuel pressure regulator. I got mine from Vortech. Good luck.
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I've ran both ways, I had a 1997, that leaned out, and I had AZ speed remap the ecu, and a 99 that seemed to be fine, ran great and the plugs had good color
I have the adj fuel pressure regulator from Vortech, I'll sell for 60.00 shipped to you, I bought it for my 99 and did not need it
I have the adj fuel pressure regulator from Vortech, I'll sell for 60.00 shipped to you, I bought it for my 99 and did not need it
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Originally posted by liquid asset
I've ran both ways, I had a 1997, that leaned out, and I had AZ speed remap the ecu, and a 99 that seemed to be fine, ran great and the plugs had good color
I have the adj fuel pressure regulator from Vortech, I'll sell for 60.00 shipped to you, I bought it for my 99 and did not need it
I've ran both ways, I had a 1997, that leaned out, and I had AZ speed remap the ecu, and a 99 that seemed to be fine, ran great and the plugs had good color
I have the adj fuel pressure regulator from Vortech, I'll sell for 60.00 shipped to you, I bought it for my 99 and did not need it