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Phil_ar · 02-14-2016, 01:24 AM

Hey Guys,

So my Camaro is taking shape finally. Apart from all my exterior mods, I have a Black Ice-olator, Ported Throttle Body, AEM Cold Air Intake, Elite Catch Can currently installed as well as the Vitesse Throttle Controller soon.

My question about Shorties, specifically for the V6 LLT Camaro..

I am in California so would like to use Carb approved headers.

I know JBA makes Shorties that are carb approved but I hear people raving about the American Racing Headers. However, I haven't had any luck finding their Shorty Headers for the V6? Do they even make them

I found these guys: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/brands...-v6-arh-cav6sh

That seems like a long tube system however. Can I use these with my factory cats? California law doesn't allow us to mess with our Cat's.

Thanks,

Phil

Linker239 · 02-14-2016, 05:12 AM

Go for the Doug Thorley shorty headers I love mine. They are a bit more expensive than the JBA shorties. They do keep the stock cats in place.

Evil-Bee-NH · 02-14-2016, 08:44 AM

DT's aren't carb approved yet for some reason but they don't mess with your cats so you should be fine even in commiefornia.

Wizzer · 02-14-2016, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Phil_ar

Hey Guys,

So my Camaro is taking shape finally. Apart from all my exterior mods, I have a Black Ice-olator, Ported Throttle Body, AEM Cold Air Intake, Elite Catch Can currently installed as well as the Vitesse Throttle Controller soon.

My question about Shorties, specifically for the V6 LLT Camaro..

I am in California so would like to use Carb approved headers.

I know JBA makes Shorties that are carb approved but I hear people raving about the American Racing Headers. However, I haven't had any luck finding their Shorty Headers for the V6? Do they even make them

I found these guys: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/brands...-v6-arh-cav6sh

That seems like a long tube system however. Can I use these with my factory cats? California law doesn't allow us to mess with our Cat's.

Thanks,

Phil

Hi,

I might have to move out there for a job. Only be 2 years. What kind of emissions do they have out there and what can you do to your car before they freak out and call you a violater?

Thx

Phil_ar · 02-14-2016, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Wizzer

Hi,

I might have to move out there for a job. Only be 2 years. What kind of emissions do they have out there and what can you do to your car before they freak out and call you a violater?

Thx

California requires all parts to have a Carb number. This limits what you can use in terms of aftermarket parts. Cold air intakes are heavily restricted, no LT headers, cant change your cats, etc etc. Basically, you have yo buy parts that have been approved by the emmisions board and you'll find that the besy performing parts arent approved...

Phil_ar · 02-14-2016, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Evil-Bee-NH

DT's aren't carb approved yet for some reason but they don't mess with your cats so you should be fine even in commiefornia.

Okay, sounds like DT it is. If they keep Cat's in place i am sure I will be fine.. Or so I hope

. Did you notice any performance gains? Sounds better?

Linker239 · 02-14-2016, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil_ar

Okay, sounds like DT it is. If they keep Cat's in place i am sure I will be fine.. Or so I hope

. Did you notice any performance gains? Sounds better?

Oh yea the sound is a lot deeper and louder, oddly enough it removed some of my drone. The car does feel like it has more power.

Phil_ar · 02-14-2016, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Linker239

Oh yea the sound is a lot deeper and louder, oddly enough it removed some of my drone. The car does feel like it has more power.

Are you running these guys here? http://shop.dougthorleyheaders.com/c...ders-thy-338-c

Linker239 · 02-14-2016, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil_ar

Are you running these guys here? http://shop.dougthorleyheaders.com/c...ders-thy-338-c

Yes those are the ones. Here's the thread where I briefly discussed them and a video, it's just from an iPhone so it's not great but it will give you an idea.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=407814

Phil_ar · 02-14-2016, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Linker239

Yes those are the ones. Here's the thread where I briefly discussed them and a video, it's just from an iPhone so it's not great but it will give you an idea.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=407814

Awesome man, thanks a lot.
P

Linker239 · 02-14-2016, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil_ar

Awesome man, thanks a lot.
P

No problem! Just a heads up they will have to be welded, so the install cost will be a bit pricey.

Phil_ar · 02-15-2016, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Linker239

No problem! Just a heads up they will have to be welded, so the install cost will be a bit pricey.

Thanks bud. I had a shop quote me 350 for the install. Sound about right?

Linker239 · 02-15-2016, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil_ar

Thanks bud. I had a shop quote me 350 for the install. Sound about right?

Sounds about right I paid 400, but that included new gaskets from GM.

NOVAK · 02-15-2016, 10:07 PM

My 2011 2LT is totaled and has the DT shorties installed. The car is located in Sacramento and was rear ended.

02-14-2016, 01:24 AM	#1
Phil_ar Drives: 2LT RS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 73	Shorty Headers for 2011 2LT Hey Guys, So my Camaro is taking shape finally. Apart from all my exterior mods, I have a Black Ice-olator, Ported Throttle Body, AEM Cold Air Intake, Elite Catch Can currently installed as well as the Vitesse Throttle Controller soon. My question about Shorties, specifically for the V6 LLT Camaro.. I am in California so would like to use Carb approved headers. I know JBA makes Shorties that are carb approved but I hear people raving about the American Racing Headers. However, I haven't had any luck finding their Shorty Headers for the V6? Do they even make them I found these guys: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/brands...-v6-arh-cav6sh That seems like a long tube system however. Can I use these with my factory cats? California law doesn't allow us to mess with our Cat's. Thanks, Phil Last edited by Phil_ar; 02-14-2016 at 02:56 AM.

02-14-2016, 05:12 AM	#2
Linker239 Drives: 2022 WC 2SS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Searcy, Arkansas Posts: 2,466 View My Garage	Go for the Doug Thorley shorty headers I love mine. They are a bit more expensive than the JBA shorties. They do keep the stock cats in place. __________________ Current 2022 Wild Cherrry 2SS; Recaros, NPP, 5 Split Spoke Polished Rims, Satin Black Package Ordered 7-11-2023 1100: Riptide Blue 2SS, Not Built 2023 Red Hot 1LT RS V6; Sold 2010 VR 1LT RS; Sold

02-14-2016, 08:44 AM	#3
Evil-Bee-NH 603 Camaros Drives: 2017 NGM I4 1LT Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 6,779 View My Garage	DT's aren't carb approved yet for some reason but they don't mess with your cats so you should be fine even in commiefornia. __________________ MY 2017 I4 CAMARO BUILD JOURNAL \| YOUTUBE \| INSTAGRAM \| 316RWHP - 385 RWTQ HPTUNERS DYNO TUNE \| 12.693s @ 105MPH 1/4 Mile

02-15-2016, 10:07 PM	#14
NOVAK Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: California the Republic Posts: 521	My 2011 2LT is totaled and has the DT shorties installed. The car is located in Sacramento and was rear ended.