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rickv16 · 06-07-2012, 11:35 PM

if i install headers w/ cats do i need to get tuned right away can it wait

rickv16 · 06-07-2012, 11:42 PM

also is there a big difference between 1 7/8 and 1 3/4

any info would be appreciated

thanks

litle88 · 06-08-2012, 12:01 AM

Get the 1 7/8's and you don't really need to get a tune, BUT if you want to get the full effect of the headers you'll want that tune.

2010 SSRS · 06-08-2012, 12:33 AM

Definitely get the tune

SSexy Camaro · 06-08-2012, 12:49 AM

You can expect a much better Horsepower gain if you get those headers tuned. like and extra 10-20hp.

Apex Chase · 06-08-2012, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by rickv16

if i install headers w/ cats do i need to get tuned right away can it wait

The car will run without a tune but it will not be running the way it should. You will get a check engine light. My advice is to not get headers until you are ready to get a tune and do not get a tune until you are ready to walk away from the drivetrain warranty.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rickv16

also is there a big difference between 1 7/8 and 1 3/4

any info would be appreciated

thanks

Here is a link to an article on our blog that discusses a lot of the differences including primary diameter. If you have any other questions feel free to send m a PM or give us a call.

Choosing The Right Headers

rickv16 · 06-08-2012, 07:04 PM

thanks alot i appreciate the help

Apex Chase · 06-09-2012, 05:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rickv16

thanks alot i appreciate the help

No problem, that is what we are here for. Feel free to hit me up anytime you have questions.

06-07-2012, 11:35 PM	#1
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06-08-2012, 12:01 AM	#3
litle88 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 3,260	Get the 1 7/8's and you don't really need to get a tune, BUT if you want to get the full effect of the headers you'll want that tune. __________________ 01 Ws6, m6, ASC#618 of 1583,40k Miles,shortblock built by AES the rest built by me,Ls3 416,FAST 102, NW102,LPE Ls3 heads,LsR 243/259 .624 114+3 ,C5r T/c,all ARP'd,12-1 comp,morel L/b lifters,melling O/P, kooks 2" headers,FTP 104mm lid,JAAM RamAir Kit,PB 10% UDP,UMI K-member,UMI T/A relocator,UMI SFC's, UMI upper and lower c/a,SLP T/A,UMI LCA's,UMI adj. PHB,Racetronix f/p,sjm abs delete,katech tensioner, dhm dual cutouts,magnaflow CB,Koni adj shocks,BMR springs,Moser 9in w/35 spline axles,4.11's and spooled, viperized T56,tuned @Straightline's mustang dyno 545hp/524tq

06-08-2012, 12:33 AM	#4
2010 SSRS R.I.P. jesserayjames Drives: 2010 IOM 2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Warwick,RI Posts: 111,724 View My Garage	Definitely get the tune __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

06-07-2012, 11:42 PM	#2
rickv16 Drives: 2010 CGM SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: CARRIZO SPRINGS, TX Posts: 142	also is there a big difference between 1 7/8 and 1 3/4 any info would be appreciated thanks

06-08-2012, 12:49 AM	#5
SSexy Camaro Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: New York Posts: 29 View My Garage	You can expect a much better Horsepower gain if you get those headers tuned. like and extra 10-20hp.

06-08-2012, 07:04 PM	#7
rickv16 Drives: 2010 CGM SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: CARRIZO SPRINGS, TX Posts: 142	thanks alot i appreciate the help