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HaulnSS · 05-23-2013, 09:42 AM

I have the dual mode exhaust on my 13 Camaro, can I swap to long tube headers with the stock exhaust. I have read that swapping the exhaust itself doesn't pick up horsepower, I also like the dual mode. Is there a kit that will bolt up with little mods?

Thanks!

Apex Motorsports · 05-23-2013, 09:45 AM

Absolutely. You need to go with headers that are designated "factory connect" or "short system" depending on the manufacturer. LT headers with high flow cats and the dual mode is a great combo. Feel free to hit me up if you have any other questions.

HaulnSS · 05-23-2013, 09:48 AM

Now that was a quick reply! Greatly appreciate the response. I am currently on the fence of camming the motor and headers or supercharger. I have a couple cars I need to sell, to bankroll my mods.

Apex Motorsports · 05-23-2013, 10:00 AM

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Now that was a quick reply! Greatly appreciate the response. I am currently on the fence of camming the motor and headers or supercharger. I have a couple cars I need to sell, to bankroll my mods.

No problem.

HaulnSS · 05-23-2013, 10:07 AM

What headers do you recommend?

Apex Motorsports · 05-23-2013, 10:22 AM

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What headers do you recommend?

Give the thread below a look. I wrote it to help answer questions about headers and it pretty much sums up my thoughts on the topic. It mentions several brands specifically and explains the areas you need to pay attention to when looking.

Choosing The Right Long Tube Headers

vroomapunk · 05-23-2013, 10:35 AM

Cant really go wrong man. If you are on a budget, stainless power is the best bang for your buck. Made by Stainless works, but just the welds are done overseas, then inspected in the U.S.. Makes em cheaper, and I cant tell the difference between the chinese welds and the american ones haha.

If you have money to spend, go for one of the more expensive brands, and you can get them coated to keep em looking good.

Stainless doesnt NEED to be coated, but it will keep them looking nice, and will cool off faster.

Stainless will last forever, dont buy mild steel ones.

Axle back exhaust doesnt normally add HP. Need headers and HF cats for that.

Go 1 7/8" unless you plan to get a supercharger, then you may want to do 2"

HaulnSS · 05-23-2013, 10:50 AM

vroomapunk, great car and great documentation of all your mods!

JDP Sales · 05-23-2013, 11:38 AM

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I am currently on the fence of camming the motor and headers or supercharger. I have a couple cars I need to sell, to bankroll my mods.

All of the above and build toward supercharger

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Tyler
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vroomapunk · 05-23-2013, 12:42 PM

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vroomapunk, great car and great documentation of all your mods!

Thank you sir!

sub zero · 05-24-2013, 05:56 AM

headers and cats + stock exhaust ( dual mode ) = nice sound

rberns · 05-24-2013, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by HaulnSS

Now that was a quick reply! Greatly appreciate the response. I am currently on the fence of camming the motor and headers or supercharger. I have a couple cars I need to sell, to bankroll my mods.

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05-23-2013, 09:42 AM	#1
HaulnSS 2013 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS M6 Dual Mode Join Date: May 2013 Location: Indiana Posts: 219	Headers with stock exhaust I have the dual mode exhaust on my 13 Camaro, can I swap to long tube headers with the stock exhaust. I have read that swapping the exhaust itself doesn't pick up horsepower, I also like the dual mode. Is there a kit that will bolt up with little mods? Thanks!

05-23-2013, 10:35 AM	#7
vroomapunk [COTW 5/12/14] Drives: 2012 CRT NF Cammed 2SS/RS For Sale Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: NOLA Posts: 6,115 View My Garage	Cant really go wrong man. If you are on a budget, stainless power is the best bang for your buck. Made by Stainless works, but just the welds are done overseas, then inspected in the U.S.. Makes em cheaper, and I cant tell the difference between the chinese welds and the american ones haha. If you have money to spend, go for one of the more expensive brands, and you can get them coated to keep em looking good. Stainless doesnt NEED to be coated, but it will keep them looking nice, and will cool off faster. Stainless will last forever, dont buy mild steel ones. Axle back exhaust doesnt normally add HP. Need headers and HF cats for that. Go 1 7/8" unless you plan to get a supercharger, then you may want to do 2" __________________

05-24-2013, 05:56 AM	#11
sub zero Drives: RED@2SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: UAE Posts: 1,372	headers and cats + stock exhaust ( dual mode ) = nice sound __________________

05-23-2013, 09:45 AM	#2
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	Absolutely. You need to go with headers that are designated "factory connect" or "short system" depending on the manufacturer. LT headers with high flow cats and the dual mode is a great combo. Feel free to hit me up if you have any other questions.

05-23-2013, 09:48 AM	#3
HaulnSS 2013 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS M6 Dual Mode Join Date: May 2013 Location: Indiana Posts: 219	Now that was a quick reply! Greatly appreciate the response. I am currently on the fence of camming the motor and headers or supercharger. I have a couple cars I need to sell, to bankroll my mods.

05-23-2013, 10:07 AM	#5
HaulnSS 2013 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS M6 Dual Mode Join Date: May 2013 Location: Indiana Posts: 219	What headers do you recommend?

05-23-2013, 10:50 AM	#8
HaulnSS 2013 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS M6 Dual Mode Join Date: May 2013 Location: Indiana Posts: 219	vroomapunk, great car and great documentation of all your mods!