Doug Thorley Headers just came out with a set of 1 5/8 shorty headers designed just for Maverick / Comets. They are similar to the Headman 88408's but are made with heavier gauge metal, have thicker flanges, better ceramic coating and revised angles so they don't cause interference with the steering or the firewall. They also clear the spark plugs, stock shock towers and have easy access tothe header bolts. There are only two bolts that you have to tighten with a wrench instead of a socket.

For those who are curious, these headers are designed for the stock exhaust port heights and bolt placement. They do not work with GT40-P heads because of the revised plug angles on these heads.

BTW, I do not work for Doug Thorley. I do have the prototype headers and have tried them on many different cars and combinations. Very nice headers, much better than the Headman 88408's that I had originally purchased for my Maverick.