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Mr. Hyde · 10-19-2018, 12:46 PM

Anyone tried these out yet? Decided to take advantage of the sale, got the whole kit for $499 shipped and it appears to be a very complete package. Looking forward to getting DynoSteve to update the tune and see what these will do

lazerlemonta · 10-19-2018, 12:56 PM

Most of these cheaper set ups come with soft bolts in the clamps. Before you get started check one out and or replace them to prevent holding you up.

Nb1081 · 10-19-2018, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lazerlemonta

Most of these cheaper set ups come with soft bolts in the clamps. Before you get started check one out and or replace them to prevent holding you up.

Agreed cause if you live anywhere on earth near me there isnt a parts store with a narrow band clamp

Mr. Hyde · 10-22-2018, 10:38 AM

I've definitely taken note of the cheaper sets having crap clamps. I'll let y'all know what shows up!

SSEssence · 10-22-2018, 11:26 AM

BTR makes great stuff, these should be good quality.

Mr. Hyde · 11-26-2018, 09:14 AM

Wanted to share an update on these headers. They seemed to be of nice quality...not cheap feeling and thin material like some of the less expensive ones. The kit included everything you need to complete the install (o2 extenders, GM gaskets, ARP header bolts, cat-less connections and clamps that were of decent quality). Jon opted to weld the connector pipes to the headers and have only one clamped point per side, the factory clamp.

Headers have a merge spike in the collector in case anyone cares. Flanges are thick and straight as can be. Overall I'm very pleased with the value considering the price, I got them during the flash sale so $499 seems like an awesome deal

Dynosteve updated the tune for me with very quick turnaround. Car is a '15 2SS L99 ...has CAI/scoop and headers, otherwise stock from a performance standpoint. Running factory cat back system...can't tell a difference at idle or putting around town, but once you put your foot in it it makes a nice sound. Zero drone of course. With cat-less pipes you can feel a slight decrease in that off-idle torque but that's expected and ok with me as it suits my driving style. Mid and high rpm power is up for sure, I can immediately tell the difference.

This was a great modification, can't wait to get this convertor into the car

eLeSthree · 11-26-2018, 10:19 PM

Dont the connector pipes neck down from 3” to 2.5” to fit the stock exhaust? I guess if you never plan on going 3 inch all the way it doesnt matter.

Mr. Hyde · 11-27-2018, 08:33 AM

I believe that is the case, I didn't measure but they did reduce to fit the factory exhaust (nothing compared to the stock connector pipe off the factory manifold though

)...I have no plans to ditch the factory cat back since it's my DD. My turbo car is plenty loud if I need to my fix.

10-19-2018, 12:46 PM	#1
Mr. Hyde Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 24	BTR Steadfast headers Anyone tried these out yet? Decided to take advantage of the sale, got the whole kit for $499 shipped and it appears to be a very complete package. Looking forward to getting DynoSteve to update the tune and see what these will do

10-19-2018, 12:56 PM	#2
lazerlemonta Drives: 2010 C6 1LT Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 888 View My Garage	Most of these cheaper set ups come with soft bolts in the clamps. Before you get started check one out and or replace them to prevent holding you up. __________________ 2010 C6 JET STREAM BLUE BOLT ONS TO THE EXTREME, GPI 281cc HEADS, Darth_V8r SPEC CAM, FAST 102 INTAKE, CRANK SCRAPER, QUARTER MASTER 7.25" CLUTCH, RPM 3.90 STAGE II DIF, Z51 Gear Set AND E85 Best ET 10.58 @ 131.8 stock heads and stock cam 453/445 SAE 10.62@134.82 GPI 281CC Heads, SS4 Cam and X1 Intake Best 1/8 6.80@105.75 Best MPH 134.82

11-26-2018, 10:19 PM	#7
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,905	Dont the connector pipes neck down from 3” to 2.5” to fit the stock exhaust? I guess if you never plan on going 3 inch all the way it doesnt matter. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

10-22-2018, 10:38 AM	#4
Mr. Hyde Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 24	I've definitely taken note of the cheaper sets having crap clamps. I'll let y'all know what shows up!

10-22-2018, 11:26 AM	#5
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,836 View My Garage	BTR makes great stuff, these should be good quality.

11-26-2018, 09:14 AM	#6
Mr. Hyde Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 24	Wanted to share an update on these headers. They seemed to be of nice quality...not cheap feeling and thin material like some of the less expensive ones. The kit included everything you need to complete the install (o2 extenders, GM gaskets, ARP header bolts, cat-less connections and clamps that were of decent quality). Jon opted to weld the connector pipes to the headers and have only one clamped point per side, the factory clamp. Headers have a merge spike in the collector in case anyone cares. Flanges are thick and straight as can be. Overall I'm very pleased with the value considering the price, I got them during the flash sale so $499 seems like an awesome deal Dynosteve updated the tune for me with very quick turnaround. Car is a '15 2SS L99 ...has CAI/scoop and headers, otherwise stock from a performance standpoint. Running factory cat back system...can't tell a difference at idle or putting around town, but once you put your foot in it it makes a nice sound. Zero drone of course. With cat-less pipes you can feel a slight decrease in that off-idle torque but that's expected and ok with me as it suits my driving style. Mid and high rpm power is up for sure, I can immediately tell the difference. This was a great modification, can't wait to get this convertor into the car

11-27-2018, 08:33 AM	#8
Mr. Hyde Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 24	I believe that is the case, I didn't measure but they did reduce to fit the factory exhaust (nothing compared to the stock connector pipe off the factory manifold though )...I have no plans to ditch the factory cat back since it's my DD. My turbo car is plenty loud if I need to my fix.