Which set of heads do you suggest?

1969Mach1 · 05-16-2003, 08:26 AM

What set of heads does everyone suggest I should put on my 1979 Mustang Pace Car. I'm looking for a mild street car. Nothing absolutely crazy, but nothing that won't do me much good. I've been told the heads on 1979 302 sucked *** to begin with so that'll be one of the first things I change.

-Sam.

chris91LX · 05-16-2003, 09:57 AM

I like the Edelbrocks. Cheaper option would be the iron GT 40's.

mustangII460 · 05-16-2003, 08:27 PM

I think from 1997.5 and up 302 Explorer/Mountanier have the P heads. This are good heads. You may luck on a set at a junk yard. My years may be off.

JaxTheDJ · 05-17-2003, 03:42 PM

Try this site WWW.Thumperoforangepark.com he sells ported E7's that aboslutely FLY!!! and alot cheaper than aluminums.

bigred90gt · 05-17-2003, 04:54 PM

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Originally posted by mustangII460
I think from 1997.5 and up 302 Explorer/Mountanier have the P heads. This are good heads. You may luck on a set at a junk yard. My years may be off.

I thought it was either '92, or 95 to early 97 explorers that had the gt40p heads. I could be wrong. Check out this website. I am considering using them to be different, and the prices arent bad. Worth looking into.

Mustang393 · 05-18-2003, 07:11 PM

Try www.airflowresearch.com...Ijust bought a pair from them they have a better flow rating than Edelbrock,Ford and Trick Flow

ChunkFunky · 05-18-2003, 07:20 PM

depends on your budget, but chdeck out www.powerheads.com they port out stock heads and make them better.. so they claim
-as

82 GT · 05-20-2003, 09:17 PM

I think you should check out the link that JaxtheDJ posted for you.
I've been hearing a lot of good things about those Thumper heads. You can't go wrong with ported and polished heads for $600 that will outflow the GT-40 series heads.
Keep in mind that these are E7 heads!!!
When I get enough cash, I'm getting a set for my 351w

82 GT · 05-21-2003, 02:11 PM

If I recall correctly, wouldn't he need different headers for those GT-40p heads?
I tink there was something about them but I don't remember......

bigred90gt · 05-21-2003, 02:46 PM

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Originally posted by 82 GT
If I recall correctly, wouldn't he need different headers for those GT-40p heads?
I tink there was something about them but I don't remember......

Yes. There is clearance issues with the plugs due to the angle in which they sit in the head.

05-16-2003, 08:26 AM	#1
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	Which set of heads do you suggest? What set of heads does everyone suggest I should put on my 1979 Mustang Pace Car. I'm looking for a mild street car. Nothing absolutely crazy, but nothing that won't do me much good. I've been told the heads on 1979 302 sucked * to begin with so that'll be one of the first things I change. -Sam. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1**Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

05-16-2003, 08:27 PM	#3
mustangII460 Factoy Five Roadster Join Date: May 2000 Location: Sevier Co,Tennessee Posts: 1,681	I think from 1997.5 and up 302 Explorer/Mountanier have the P heads. This are good heads. You may luck on a set at a junk yard. My years may be off. __________________ Frank

05-17-2003, 03:42 PM	#4
JaxTheDJ Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Jacksonville,Fla. Posts: 134	Try this site WWW.Thumperoforangepark.com he sells ported E7's that aboslutely FLY!!! and alot cheaper than aluminums. __________________ Jack 1989 Mustang LX: Converted to Carb.650 AED Holley DP,Weiand Stealth Intake,Edelbrock Performer RPM Aluminum Heads,Hooker Super Comps, Ground Pounder Uppers and Lowers,Moroso Drag Springs,NEW COMP Xtreme Energy Cam and 1.6 RR. ,a few other goodies.*** New 1/4 times-12.50 1987 SC GT ( fast as hell) 2001 Powerstroke Tow Vehicle 1989 Coupe. Sometimes when you cry,no one sees your tears.......... Sometimes when you are happy,no one sees your smile......... But,FART just ONE time..........

05-18-2003, 07:11 PM	#6
Mustang393 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Statesville Posts: 1	Which Heads Try www.airflowresearch.com...Ijust bought a pair from them they have a better flow rating than Edelbrock,Ford and Trick Flow

05-18-2003, 07:20 PM	#7
ChunkFunky Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tustin, CA Posts: 465	depends on your budget, but chdeck out www.powerheads.com they port out stock heads and make them better.. so they claim -as __________________ '89 GT Convertible: TFS TW Heads, TFS Street Intake, TFS Stage 1 Cam, FMS 1.6 RRs, 24# Injectors, Pro-M 75mm MAF, No Name CAI, 3.73s, O/R H-Pipe, FlowMasters, AOD w/ Trans-Go Shift Kit

05-16-2003, 09:57 AM	#2
chris91LX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Suburban Chicago, Hanover Park Posts: 695	I like the Edelbrocks. Cheaper option would be the iron GT 40's.

05-20-2003, 09:17 PM	#8
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	I think you should check out the link that JaxtheDJ posted for you. I've been hearing a lot of good things about those Thumper heads. You can't go wrong with ported and polished heads for $600 that will outflow the GT-40 series heads. Keep in mind that these are E7 heads!!! When I get enough cash, I'm getting a set for my 351w __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

05-21-2003, 02:11 PM	#9
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	If I recall correctly, wouldn't he need different headers for those GT-40p heads? I tink there was something about them but I don't remember...... __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

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