lightning headers
 

Any one ever used lightning headers.They seem to have a good price? Good results ?

Re: lightning headers
 

I installed a set on a jet boat I had a few years ago. Mine were not the full stainless steel so I made sure I drained them after every use. They were great. They fit perfectly but with no mufflers it was very luod which is the way I ran it most of the time anyway.
I dont think you would be dissapointed but nowadays mufflers would be a must.

Jerry.

Re: lightning headers
 

They were on a boat that I owned from 03 to 05. They were great (stainless) and are still working fine now for the current owner. I would recommend them....and they are LOUD!!!:D See picture below.

Re: lightning headers
 

I've installed several sets. They fit great and have held up fine, in fresh water. I've had a set for 5 years and they show no signs of rust. They are the standard header with non stainless outer tubes.

Re: lightning headers
 

Same here.

Re: lightning headers
 

We've put the stainless units on many boats, including our own.

4 years on these with no sign of trouble.

Re: lightning headers
 

Who Makes Lightning Headers ? Are They Available For 496 Ho's ? How Much ?

Re: lightning headers
 

They are made by Lightning in CA and no, they do not make any for the 496.

We have them listed here;
http://www.oneilloffshore.com/produc...id=882&exp=all

Re: lightning headers
 

I do believe they do make them for the new 8.1L engines...
http://www.cpperformance.com/product...ng-headers.htm

Re: lightning headers
 

I want to install these on 572 tall decks .Are they narrow enough . Its a very tight fit. Currently run merc exhaust and they touch 100% between the 2 motors.

Re: lightning headers
 

What heads and what are the engine centers?

Re: lightning headers
 

34 in crank center and big brodix heads. Fountain 38 ft 1989

Re: lightning headers
 

These will fit no problem on your Fountain. They my touch the hatch though. Is this a TRS or SSM 3 boat?

Re: lightning headers
 

The pics above are on a 1990 8.8m Fountain, it's got the same centers as yours.

Re: lightning headers
 

#4 speedmasters . I also have the big blower hatch .Are the motors in the picture tall decks and are these stock lightning headers,?

Re: lightning headers
 

Yep, tall decks. The headers are the Stainless Steel version. A bit more money but well worth it. We run mostly in fresh but do get down into the SF Bay in salt water. I would go with the SS regardless, they will last longer. I fush and drain after every use, regardless of the water salt content.

Re: lightning headers
 

got 'em too. purchased used and still holding up fine.

Re: lightning headers
 

I've got a couple sets of my old Scarab, 6 years old now, stainless inner and outer, no problems at all.

Re: lightning headers
 

FYI--- YES---The Lightning "Platinum" Headers from CP Performance are made for the 496MAG and 496MAG HO. These headers have been available since 2004. These headers are also available in a silent choice diverter style version as well as a low port exit offering. The standard exit Platinum Headers which feature a stainless inner and mild steel outer tube (Fresh Water) in a Silver(also available in Black color) Platinum Powder Coated finish and all necessary installation hardware for #310-40208 $1999.99 while a stainless inner and outer tube (Salt Water) version in a polished Stainless Steel finish is available for #310-40316 $3595.99 Best of all there is "NO" engine cover modifications required like the other guys. These headers are the perfect offering for any big block application as well as the 496 family of engines. We have headers in-stock and ready for immediate delivery:D
Order Online Today!

Re: lightning headers
 

But will they work with a 496 with 830 horsepower?