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jshaf · 10-08-2015, 07:56 AM

a couple other notes. we just elevated the front of the vehicle on stands, had to ramp it up to jack it up then slide the jack stands under it. the stock gaskets were still in good shape, slight browning but in very good shape. didn't use any lock tite on header bolts because to be frank it took every thing we had to get the bolts in with out adding and extra steps. we did use a little anti seize to the o2 bungs but it wasn't on there long before we took them out so not sure how well that helped but like I said earlier they cam out pretty easy for us.

JCunningham · 10-08-2015, 08:09 AM

you did run the headers bolts in my hand. they didnt thread in hard right?

jshaf · 10-08-2015, 02:56 PM

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you did run the headers bolts in my hand. they didnt thread in hard right?

some started by hand and at one point on the dreaded passenger side we had to loosen them up so the last couple could go in, could not get them started by hand so we figured back them all off and start again and after the third attempt we were able to get them all hand started and then finished torquing them with a pneumatic driver to spec. biggest issue was the lack of room, my short arms and fat fingers...LOL. luckily my brother in law is tall with long slender hands, those rear bolts and that extension connection were nearly impossible for me to get. glad I had help.

jshaf · 10-08-2015, 09:20 PM

https://youtu.be/sQxF8dQDrrM

pyroguy · 10-09-2015, 06:34 AM

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https://youtu.be/sQxF8dQDrrM

Very nice!

jshaf · 10-09-2015, 01:47 PM

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Very nice!

thanks, way "meatier" sound, I love it

Warpaint69 · 10-09-2015, 01:57 PM

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thanks, way "meatier" sound, I love it

Sounds great, now I really can't wait to put headers on my L99 with my retro cat-back.

jshaf · 10-09-2015, 05:02 PM

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Sounds great, now I really can't wait to put headers on my L99 with my retro cat-back.

wait til you hear it at WOT, may wet yourself...LOL. of course nothing beats hearing it in person

sdynak · 10-09-2015, 05:27 PM

Very Cool

MR.Sarge · 10-09-2015, 07:48 PM

lol my install isn't go so well tried to complete it today, 2015 1LE and all the o2 sensors were on REAL good ... 3 came out after some cursing and man power, and 1 I had to torch/heat it to remove and threads are shot... dealer didn't have one in stock so next day shipped it for tmw morning at 8am ... $170CAD(+tax) for the replacement sensor down the drain

... here's hoping tmw goes MUCH better... Hoping once install is complete, the epic goodness of the LT Headers will make it all worth it

Tenring · 10-09-2015, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MR.Sarge

lol my install isn't go so well tried to complete it today, 2015 1LE and all the o2 sensors were on REAL good ... 3 came out after some cursing and man power, and 1 I had to torch/heat it to remove and threads are shot... dealer didn't have one in stock so next day shipped it for tmw morning at 8am ... $170CAD(+tax) for the replacement sensor down the drain

... here's hoping tmw goes MUCH better... Hoping once install is complete, the epic goodness of the LT Headers will make it all worth it

Here's hoping you have a better day tomorrow.

sdynak · 10-09-2015, 07:59 PM

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Here's hoping you have a better day tomorrow.

X2 .. oh.. it will all be worth it.. cost of that sensor will fade real quick

jshaf · 10-09-2015, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MR.Sarge

lol my install isn't go so well tried to complete it today, 2015 1LE and all the o2 sensors were on REAL good ... 3 came out after some cursing and man power, and 1 I had to torch/heat it to remove and threads are shot... dealer didn't have one in stock so next day shipped it for tmw morning at 8am ... $170CAD(+tax) for the replacement sensor down the drain

... here's hoping tmw goes MUCH better... Hoping once install is complete, the epic goodness of the LT Headers will make it all worth it

damn, your situation is the exactly what I was fearing, guess I got lucky have all mine come out easy. hope you don't have any more issues. the wait will be well worth it. hang in there!

JCunningham · 10-09-2015, 08:45 PM

dont know about up there but here you can get the oem sensor at the parts store for $65

10-08-2015, 07:56 AM	#29
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	a couple other notes. we just elevated the front of the vehicle on stands, had to ramp it up to jack it up then slide the jack stands under it. the stock gaskets were still in good shape, slight browning but in very good shape. didn't use any lock tite on header bolts because to be frank it took every thing we had to get the bolts in with out adding and extra steps. we did use a little anti seize to the o2 bungs but it wasn't on there long before we took them out so not sure how well that helped but like I said earlier they cam out pretty easy for us. __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

10-08-2015, 08:09 AM	#30
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	you did run the headers bolts in my hand. they didnt thread in hard right? __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

10-08-2015, 09:20 PM	#32
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	start and idle :) https://youtu.be/sQxF8dQDrrM __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

10-09-2015, 05:27 PM	#37
sdynak Drives: 2010 1SS Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Bayville, NJ Posts: 936	Very Cool __________________ 2010 1SS LS3, Black, 235/250, .621/.615, 114 + 4, Kooks Stepped Headers, 3.91's, Bo White PTB, Flowmaster Mufflers, Cold Air Industries CAI, Apex Scoop & Windshield Washer Relocate, SLP Wheels, Skip Shift Eliminate, Barton Flat Stick, OEM HID/Halos, Dyno Tuned by ECS

10-09-2015, 07:48 PM	#38
MR.Sarge Drives: 2015 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 513 View My Garage	lol my install isn't go so well tried to complete it today, 2015 1LE and all the o2 sensors were on REAL good ... 3 came out after some cursing and man power, and 1 I had to torch/heat it to remove and threads are shot... dealer didn't have one in stock so next day shipped it for tmw morning at 8am ... $170CAD(+tax) for the replacement sensor down the drain ... here's hoping tmw goes MUCH better... Hoping once install is complete, the epic goodness of the LT Headers will make it all worth it __________________

10-09-2015, 08:45 PM	#42
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	dont know about up there but here you can get the oem sensor at the parts store for $65 __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1