09-12-2011, 01:54 PM | #1 |
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Header type help or suggestions
I need some header type help - or suggestions. I want headers but I don't plan on swapping CAM or any more agressive changes (for now). I'll do a CIA and maybe tune or cat-back but I'd like to stay w/stock exhaust and CATs.
I'm looking for suggestions / comments on LT vs Short headers and the size. Short vs. Long - Are shorties harder/easier to install or benefit over the other? Tube Size - What size 1 3/4, 1 7/8, 2''? Cats or Not? Looking at ARH - but should I spring for the high-flow CATs too or is there some setup that'd let me use stock CATs? If there is another forum post where similar was asked just bump me to that thread. Thanks in advanced for helping this newbie. I'm in a 2SS/RS w/manual trans in case there is a difference. -- Fred |
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09-13-2011, 11:23 AM | #3 |
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don't do a shorty whatever you do. The power gains will just not be there.
Go long tubes without a doubt! You might also consider the TSP 304 stainless 1 7/8" long tubes. We offer them in both cat & off-road versions & they are priced very very reasonable. Not to mention they are fully polished, come with a warranty, and are made from the thickest header tubing available!! http://www.texas-speed.com/p-2168-te...ro-ss-62l.aspx |
09-13-2011, 11:46 AM | #4 |
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If you don't mind tuning definatly go for LT's and high flow cats, along with a good CAI and a tune! With the LT's and high flow cats you can keep the stock catback and it'll sound really good! There's really no performance gain with a catback, it's all in the headers, cats, and cai! Do not waste your time on shorties, not worth it!
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09-13-2011, 12:02 PM | #5 |
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Exactly what he said.
Also if you plan on installing them yourself the difficult part is getting the stock manifolds off, it's easier just to replace it all IMO. I just installed the LG 1 7/8" system with no cats and their mufflers last night by myself and I love it.
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Would you honor that price with ARH headers and cats instead of the Dynatechs? Ron |
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Thanks for looking.
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I will be looking. I like the 304 SST from ARH Not the T201 Dynateck (I called and ask) |
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As far as cats, you can't use the factory cats with out system. Only with a shorty header can you use them and shorty headers do not gain much power. Also our high flow cats work so good that you will only see a couple rwhp difference between cats and no cats. Let me know if there is anything else I can assist you with |
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09-17-2011, 06:39 AM | #14 |
Take a look at xs power systems. I got a complete system for around 700. It came with 1 7/8 polished long tubes x pipe and exhaust system. Sounds great: made good gains too.
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