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GuidosCamaroSS · 06-15-2010, 02:14 AM

So my CAI Inc. CAI is on its way, my borla atak catback will be here tomorrow....im thinking what you guys recommend for some LT Headers with this setup...i was looking at the borla 1 3/4" or the kooks headers. A couple questions, what is the difference between the sizes other than the obvious of some being larger in diameter. Second, do i need midpipes if I bought a catback? Also, will this void my warranty.

Thanks guys!

Ivan @ Southwest Speed · 06-15-2010, 02:16 AM

We just had a customer that we did Doug Thorley LT's with the Atak....I'll PM you his info.

Standing by for his video as well!!! Hint!
Ivan

mikeSS · 06-15-2010, 02:24 AM

i love kooks, but dont have them

gtbaldini · 06-15-2010, 08:57 AM

DT's look sweet. Don't know how they'll sound paired up with the ATAK's. Looking forward to the video!!!

GuidosCamaroSS · 06-15-2010, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bad Karma

We just had a customer that we did Doug Thorley LT's with the Atak....I'll PM you his info.

Standing by for his video as well!!! Hint!
Ivan

hmm...would love to see that video. does anyone know the answers to the questions i had?

*GTAHVIT* · 06-15-2010, 03:19 PM

ARH
Kooks
Stainless Works.

All really good products

*checking to make sure its for a V8..*

LOL

I just made the same recommendation to a V6 owner....

GuidosCamaroSS · 06-15-2010, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTAHVIT

ARH
Kooks
Stainless Works.

All really good products

*checking to make sure its for a V8..*

LOL

I just made the same recommendation to a V6 owner....

out of those 3, which would you recommend to pair up with a Borla Atak catback? im looking at the kooks 1 7/8 LT, will these throw a CEL? what else would i need to buy to have this kind of setup or does the LT connect directly to the catback?

for a V8

*mlee* · 06-15-2010, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GuidosCamaroSS

out of those 3, which would you recommend to pair up with a Borla Atak catback? im looking at the kooks 1 7/8 LT, will these throw a CEL? what else would i need to buy to have this kind of setup or does the LT connect directly to the catback?

for a V8

All 3 are solid...

ARH will probably cost little more, if that's an issue.

I do know Kooks and ARH will bolt right up w/ no issues.

Yes, ALL LT Headers will throw CEL.. so you should tune to go with it...

*GTAHVIT* · 06-15-2010, 03:45 PM

Well. They will all bolt up to an existing Cat back no problem....

As for the CEL..... that seems to be hit or miss. Killer74Z28 has ARH and I don't think he's thrown a code...

Tag Ur It has Stainless Works and he doesn't have a code.

I don't know anyone with Kooks but I know it's a good header...

I personally Love my ARH system. But I think you'd be happy with any of them...

*mlee* · 06-15-2010, 03:47 PM

I just installed ARH and for grins.. I waited to see how long it would take before the light came on...

...was 2 days and so loaded up the tune...

GuidosCamaroSS · 06-15-2010, 04:02 PM

what exactly does the tune do, and how much is it?

*GTAHVIT* · 06-15-2010, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

I just installed ARH and for grins.. I waited to see how long it would take before the light came on...

...was 2 days and so loaded up the tune...

right... I'm not sure what Tag and killer did but they were able to get rid of the CEL without a tune........

I know Tag was, and I'm pretty sure. Killer did too.... I can check.

GuidosCamaroSS · 06-15-2010, 04:13 PM

what will a tune do?

*GTAHVIT* · 06-15-2010, 04:19 PM

The tune will set the ECM to make use of the better flow of the new headers.

Without the tune the computer tries to learn how to take advantage of the improved flow but can't quite get it right as the sensors in the exhaust are expecting a certain range of readings. The new headers are produce readings out side of the Stock range so the computer throws a code saying something is wrong.

The tune fixes that and corrects the computer so it can use the headers, CAI to their full potential with out a code.

Most people are a little nervous about a tune as it is can be one of those things that voids your power train warranty... meaning a dealer could refuse to repair your car if they see it has ever been tuned... FWIW...

Mlee is the guy to ask about Hand held tuners. Which in my opinion would be the best way to go for your setup.

Hope that explains it

06-15-2010, 02:14 AM	#1
GuidosCamaroSS Drives: 2010 Black Camaro SS/RS MTX Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 107	Which LT headers with the Borla Atak catback? So my CAI Inc. CAI is on its way, my borla atak catback will be here tomorrow....im thinking what you guys recommend for some LT Headers with this setup...i was looking at the borla 1 3/4" or the kooks headers. A couple questions, what is the difference between the sizes other than the obvious of some being larger in diameter. Second, do i need midpipes if I bought a catback? Also, will this void my warranty. Thanks guys!

06-15-2010, 03:19 PM	#6
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	ARH Kooks Stainless Works. All really good products checking to make sure its for a V8.. LOL I just made the same recommendation to a V6 owner.... __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

06-15-2010, 03:45 PM	#9
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	Well. They will all bolt up to an existing Cat back no problem.... As for the CEL..... that seems to be hit or miss. Killer74Z28 has ARH and I don't think he's thrown a code... Tag Ur It has Stainless Works and he doesn't have a code. I don't know anyone with Kooks but I know it's a good header... I personally Love my ARH system. But I think you'd be happy with any of them... __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

06-15-2010, 03:47 PM	#10
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,486 View My Garage	I just installed ARH and for grins.. I waited to see how long it would take before the light came on... ...was 2 days and so loaded up the tune... __________________

06-15-2010, 04:19 PM	#14
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	The tune will set the ECM to make use of the better flow of the new headers. Without the tune the computer tries to learn how to take advantage of the improved flow but can't quite get it right as the sensors in the exhaust are expecting a certain range of readings. The new headers are produce readings out side of the Stock range so the computer throws a code saying something is wrong. The tune fixes that and corrects the computer so it can use the headers, CAI to their full potential with out a code. Most people are a little nervous about a tune as it is can be one of those things that voids your power train warranty... meaning a dealer could refuse to repair your car if they see it has ever been tuned... FWIW... Mlee is the guy to ask about Hand held tuners. Which in my opinion would be the best way to go for your setup. Hope that explains it __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

06-15-2010, 02:16 AM	#2
Ivan @ Southwest Speed Drives: '15 Z06, '01 NBM SS, '97 SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rio Rancho, NM Posts: 12,170	We just had a customer that we did Doug Thorley LT's with the Atak....I'll PM you his info. Standing by for his video as well!!! Hint! Ivan

06-15-2010, 02:24 AM	#3
mikeSS Drives: 2015 c7 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MI Posts: 7,462	i love kooks, but dont have them

06-15-2010, 08:57 AM	#4
gtbaldini Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 153	DT's look sweet. Don't know how they'll sound paired up with the ATAK's. Looking forward to the video!!!

06-15-2010, 04:02 PM	#11
GuidosCamaroSS Drives: 2010 Black Camaro SS/RS MTX Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 107	what exactly does the tune do, and how much is it?

06-15-2010, 04:13 PM	#13
GuidosCamaroSS Drives: 2010 Black Camaro SS/RS MTX Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 107	what will a tune do?

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