OBX vs TSP Headers - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

bcamaro1 · 01-15-2013, 10:38 PM

I have a been saving up to buy some long tube headers and for the price range and quality I have narrowed it down to these two. I am looking for the best sound, horspower without dyno tune and with, problems, fitment and if the OBX have some with cats, because I have seen some but other forums said they don't. How have yours worked for you and mostly the power gains/butt dyno.

I also have a L99 with, flowmaster outlaw axleback, vmax ported throttle body vararam intake, and diablo intune.

Bo White · 01-15-2013, 10:49 PM

TSP.

429 · 01-15-2013, 10:54 PM

You can actually get TSP on the phone, on top of them building a better product for the same price.

litle88 · 01-15-2013, 11:13 PM

TSP and get a custom dyno tune.

J-ROD-210 · 01-15-2013, 11:24 PM

J-ROD-210 · 01-15-2013, 11:31 PM

I don't know much about OBX,but I've seen good reviews on here about them.I have the TSP with high flow cats. They came with O2 extensions and brand new GM gaskets. The gains should be the same or close to any other header.I think most gains are attributed to your tune.

camaro actual · 01-15-2013, 11:31 PM

TSP. got mine in a week ago.. /AWSOME.. that is all

tbss1 · 01-16-2013, 01:50 AM

I did the OBX it was the easiest header install i'v ever done. Here's what I bought from lashway, there a vender here.[IMG]

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The sound with MBRP cat backs is nice!

tbss1 · 01-16-2013, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by J-ROD-210

I don't know much about OBX,but I've seen good reviews on here about them.I have the TSP with high flow cats. They came with O2 extensions and brand new GM gaskets. The gains should be the same or close to any other header.I think most gains are attributed to your tune.

Agreed if your going long tube headers, get a tune, no check engine light, and the car just runs a thousand times better. I got my tune from Jennetty racing. Great guy, Ted.

1sikRS · 01-16-2013, 06:15 AM

tsp

POS Dakota · 01-16-2013, 06:29 AM

I understand why people dog the obx headers and all, but there appear to be no quality issues. Welds look good to me. A bargain if you ask me.

Smirnoff · 01-16-2013, 08:36 AM

Cheapest you can find, including the buffet.....

joeybsyc · 01-16-2013, 08:37 AM

Do the OBX headers come fully polished like that? Does it hold up? Those are beautiful!

67motorcat · 01-16-2013, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by joeybsyc

Do the OBX headers come fully polished like that? Does it hold up? Those are beautiful!

They all come polished like that,yet they will turn a bit of a golden color once they are heated up a few times.

I have had mine for almost 2 years,not one issue.
No leaks,No Cat problems,nothing and have been supercharged for 1 year.

Do use GM exhaust gaskets though,not what comes in the kit.

TRIPWIRE · 01-16-2013, 10:43 AM

i have obx but i got them wayyyy before tsp came out with headers and if i had a choice now i would go with the tsp 2inch headers there a great price and there sweet

BlaqWhole · 01-16-2013, 12:53 PM

I got the OBX headers back in September. They fit extremely well, gave noticeable power, they sound great, and I've had no issues with them!! I installed the OBX 3 inch cat-back exhaust this past Sunday and the exhaust sounds even better now!! And again, fitment and quality was great!! And the car is a bit faster now as well!!

bcamaro1 · 01-16-2013, 04:14 PM

OBX is a little cheaper, however, what kind of O2 sensors will I need to buy because for the TSP I can just buy the O2 sensors on the same website I got the TSP.

Jason 98 TA · 01-16-2013, 04:23 PM

The TSP headers are supported by TSP so you have someone on the phone all the time. We offer 1 7/8" or 2" options for the same price, the TSP system uses a Magnaflow cat instead of a chinese cat, the TSP headers have a merge style collector, the TSP header is of a thicker material for better sound control, the TSP headers off-road pipes still look like cats to trick your friends, the TSP system can later on accept a 3" TSP x pipe or the full 3" muffler system. The TSP system also includes GM gaskets for a trouble free install.

justa25thTA · 01-16-2013, 04:39 PM

thought lashway quit selling OBX?

Jason 98 TA · 01-16-2013, 04:41 PM

I think OBX does make a 3" x pipe & cats if you don't mind it downsizing to 2.5" right before it goes back up to 3". Who knows why you'd down size a 3" collector to 2.5" only to go back to 3" immediately...

bcamaro1 · 01-16-2013, 07:11 PM

If I was to buy the TSp which I am leaning toward should I buy the 1 7/8 or 2''?
- once agian I have a 90mm ported throttle body, diablo intune, vararam intake and flowmaster outlaw axle back.

BlackPearl · 01-16-2013, 07:34 PM

ive seen all these exhaust up close, obx flanges are sometimes warped, TSP arent too bad. i would def go with stainless power.

2SS45th · 01-16-2013, 07:58 PM

TSP hand dowsn in that price category, only ones that aren't knockoffs. Props to TSP on that one.

GaBoy25 · 01-16-2013, 08:13 PM

Without being childish I would say you can't go wrong with either.

I happen to have obx. I didn't even know tsp existed before I bought them. Knowing what I know now still don't regret my decision. It's a win win..just not in a ultra P.C. world.

POS Dakota · 01-17-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by GaBoy25

Without being childish I would say you can't go wrong with either.

I happen to have obx. I didn't even know tsp existed before I bought them. Knowing what I know now still don't regret my decision. It's a win win..just not in a ultra P.C. world.

LOL

01-15-2013, 10:38 PM	#1
bcamaro1 Drives: Metallic blue w/ white stripe 2ss Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Charlotte Posts: 56	OBX vs TSP Headers I have a been saving up to buy some long tube headers and for the price range and quality I have narrowed it down to these two. I am looking for the best sound, horspower without dyno tune and with, problems, fitment and if the OBX have some with cats, because I have seen some but other forums said they don't. How have yours worked for you and mostly the power gains/butt dyno. I also have a L99 with, flowmaster outlaw axleback, vmax ported throttle body vararam intake, and diablo intune.

01-15-2013, 10:49 PM	#2
Bo White Drives: 2010 Summit White 1SS Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Tuscaloosa County Alabama Posts: 1,604	TSP. __________________

01-15-2013, 11:13 PM	#4
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,002	TSP and get a custom dyno tune. __________________ 01 Ws6, m6, ASC#618 of 1583,40k Miles,shortblock built by AES the rest built by me,Ls3 416,FAST 102, NW102,LPE Ls3 heads,LsR 243/259 .624 114+3 ,C5r T/c,all ARP'd,12-1 comp,morel L/b lifters,melling O/P, kooks 2" headers,FTP 104mm lid,JAAM RamAir Kit,PB 10% UDP,UMI K-member,UMI T/A relocator,UMI SFC's, UMI upper and lower c/a,SLP T/A,UMI LCA's,UMI adj. PHB,Racetronix f/p,sjm abs delete,katech tensioner, dhm dual cutouts,magnaflow CB,Koni adj shocks,BMR springs,Moser 9in w/35 spline axles,4.11's and spooled, viperized T56,tuned @Straightline's mustang dyno 545hp/524tq

01-15-2013, 11:31 PM	#6
J-ROD-210 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS RJT A6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Antonio,Texas Posts: 670	I don't know much about OBX,but I've seen good reviews on here about them.I have the TSP with high flow cats. They came with O2 extensions and brand new GM gaskets. The gains should be the same or close to any other header.I think most gains are attributed to your tune. __________________

01-15-2013, 11:31 PM	#7
camaro actual Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: san antonio TX Posts: 151	TSP. got mine in a week ago.. /AWSOME.. that is all __________________ TSP 2'' headers W/ hi Flo cats, CAI intake w/ apex scoop and wash relocate kit, VMAX TB, RX catch can, PFADT sways, NOWEEDS

01-15-2013, 10:54 PM	#3
429 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Richmond Hill, GA Posts: 818	You can actually get TSP on the phone, on top of them building a better product for the same price.

01-16-2013, 01:50 AM	#8
tbss1 More then meets the eye! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 426 hp Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Maui Posts: 438 View My Garage	I did the OBX it was the easiest header install i'v ever done. Here's what I bought from lashway, there a vender here.[IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG] high flow cats[IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] The sound with MBRP cat backs is nice!

01-16-2013, 06:15 AM	#10
1sikRS Drives: chevy Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: cleveland ohio Posts: 860	tsp

01-16-2013, 06:29 AM	#11
POS Dakota Drives: GMs and Chryslers Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Detroit Posts: 371 View My Garage	I understand why people dog the obx headers and all, but there appear to be no quality issues. Welds look good to me. A bargain if you ask me.

01-16-2013, 08:36 AM	#12
Smirnoff Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Motorcity Dragway Posts: 896	Cheapest you can find, including the buffet..... __________________ 11.90's w/headers, CAI, tune, & some high-test.

01-16-2013, 08:37 AM	#13
joeybsyc Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue Metallic 2SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 1,417 View My Garage	Do the OBX headers come fully polished like that? Does it hold up? Those are beautiful! __________________

01-16-2013, 10:43 AM	#15
TRIPWIRE Chillin Like a Villain Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss Aqua Blue Metallic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Germantown,MD Posts: 520 View My Garage	i have obx but i got them wayyyy before tsp came out with headers and if i had a choice now i would go with the tsp 2inch headers there a great price and there sweet __________________ L99 to LS3 Conversion, 90mm tb, Cam,Corsa Catback,Obx LT with Kooks High Flow Cats, and K&N CAI Built and Dyno Tuned By T&T Performance 423 rwhp and 401 rwtq.............One of the few Aqua Blues.

01-16-2013, 12:53 PM	#16
BlaqWhole Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 1,191	I got the OBX headers back in September. They fit extremely well, gave noticeable power, they sound great, and I've had no issues with them!! I installed the OBX 3 inch cat-back exhaust this past Sunday and the exhaust sounds even better now!! And again, fitment and quality was great!! And the car is a bit faster now as well!! Attached Images __________________ Nadia (2010 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3) - Vararam CAI - SLP Underdrive Pulley - V-Max TB and Power Wedge - OBX 1-7/8 LTs with HF Cats - OBX 3" Cat-Back - Custom Predator Tune - BER Ported Intake Manifold!! Esmeralda (03 GT) - UDP, CAI, PP intake manifold/upper plenum/75mm TB, 4.10s, fully rebuilt/upgraded trans w/ Transpak, 2400 stall converter, full O/R exhaust, 04 Cobra tank/dual 255 LPH pumps, Sniper Tune!! Saving the world...1 hp at a time!!

01-16-2013, 04:14 PM	#17
bcamaro1 Drives: Metallic blue w/ white stripe 2ss Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Charlotte Posts: 56	OBX is a little cheaper, however, what kind of O2 sensors will I need to buy because for the TSP I can just buy the O2 sensors on the same website I got the TSP.

01-16-2013, 04:23 PM	#18
Jason 98 TA Drives: Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1,292	The TSP headers are supported by TSP so you have someone on the phone all the time. We offer 1 7/8" or 2" options for the same price, the TSP system uses a Magnaflow cat instead of a chinese cat, the TSP headers have a merge style collector, the TSP header is of a thicker material for better sound control, the TSP headers off-road pipes still look like cats to trick your friends, the TSP system can later on accept a 3" TSP x pipe or the full 3" muffler system. The TSP system also includes GM gaskets for a trouble free install.

01-16-2013, 04:39 PM	#19
justa25thTA Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,596	thought lashway quit selling OBX? __________________ Yeah, I'll get around to it...

01-16-2013, 04:41 PM	#20
Jason 98 TA Drives: Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1,292	I think OBX does make a 3" x pipe & cats if you don't mind it downsizing to 2.5" right before it goes back up to 3". Who knows why you'd down size a 3" collector to 2.5" only to go back to 3" immediately...

01-16-2013, 07:11 PM	#21
bcamaro1 Drives: Metallic blue w/ white stripe 2ss Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Charlotte Posts: 56	If I was to buy the TSp which I am leaning toward should I buy the 1 7/8 or 2''? - once agian I have a 90mm ported throttle body, diablo intune, vararam intake and flowmaster outlaw axle back.

01-16-2013, 07:34 PM	#22
BlackPearl Drives: 2010 ss Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: boca raton Posts: 5	ive seen all these exhaust up close, obx flanges are sometimes warped, TSP arent too bad. i would def go with stainless power.

01-16-2013, 07:58 PM	#23
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,758 View My Garage	TSP hand dowsn in that price category, only ones that aren't knockoffs. Props to TSP on that one. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.