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Old 11-18-2011, 06:35 AM
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Hey guys i noticed my header is starting to leak again so i was wondering what is the best header you guys have used i dont really care how much it is, i welded it last time it lasted for like a year and a half but it just cracked again, so i guess let me know what you guys use and what you like...my jeep has a 4.0 and its a 98
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Get one of the bigger name brands not a cheapy. The main thing for power is equal length tubes, but not many have that. I run an Edelbrock, but its the same as most others on the market.
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I've using and recommending the APN header for years. The best bang for the buck as far as headers are concerned. You can't beat it for the price and the warranty.

As with any new manifold/header, install a flex joint to help prevent cracking the manifold/header.
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I put a Banks Torque Tube Header in my old TJ. I know it's not an XJ, but it is the same engine. I loved it, not loud at all, and a 1,000,000 mile warranty.
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I just put this one on my 98 and it fits great and sounds good.I bought this one over the other ones because it has the expansion joints welded into it,unlike the factory header that cracks at these points. Its at Auto zone for $227.99.




Dorman - OE Solutions Exhaust Manifold
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I put an edlebrock header on about 4 years ago, no problems at all with it. Very happy with it.
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whats the question mark for? haha and i was told APN are really good and they are cheap too i might just try one of those n see what happens...n i mounted my exhaust so it does have some room to move around so that shouldnt be any problem. I was just wondering what you guys run on here, but if you have any more ideas or comments keep em coming
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Originally Posted by mw6886
I just put this one on my 98 and it fits great and sounds good.I bought this one over the other ones because it has the expansion joints welded into it,unlike the factory header that cracks at these points. Its at Auto zone for $227.99.




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Manifold < Header
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