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I was thinking of going to a 292 exhaust manifold and a bigger pipe on my 250 when I rebuild it. How would this compare with fenton headers and dual pipes? It would be cheaper and easier but is there a downside? Would it be compatible with my stock intake? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks a lot,
Gene

I believe the 292 exhaust manifold is larger. It should match your stock intake manifold. If it's larger it may make some difference from the original manifold, though I doubt you would notice it. You could have your exhaust shop split the pipe with a y and have two pipes at the rear of the truck. I have the fentons on my 261, They don't fit without some grinding and some modification to the clamps that hold it and the intake together.I do at times think about putting the original manifold back on the truck.

The light duty 1/2to 1 ton 250 & 292 use the same size manifolds. The larger truck 292 engines have a larger outlet & it points straight down. It will improve the performance of the 250 but they are hard to find. They have a 2 1/2 in. outlet.
George

Thanks for the replies. If I come across one cheap, I will probably get it. I can't hurt but I won't worry about it too much if I can't find one.
Thanks again ,
Gene