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VictorySS · 07-19-2011, 02:52 PM

New TSP Headers / Flowmaster Catback / AEM Intake dyno results

420rwhp
430rwq

Total Investment on parts Plus shipping $1,300 Now compare that to others.........

Jason7 · 07-19-2011, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tshepp

I LOVE my XSPower full system...I honestly wasn't looking for a budget system by any means for my Camaro but when I heard this system it sounded the best to me. Also bought it for the same deal...Cannot be beat! The sounds is pure sexxx and the fit and finish is unbelievable for the cost. I would recommend this system to any SS owner hands down. There is no possible way an exhaust system that is $1000-$2000 more is THAT much better, I dont care what your argument is...

Sounds way better than the Dynatech paired with the Atak and also sounds better than my Borla XR-1 Race headers with the Atak...

How do i know, well lets just say im lucky to have about 7 SS Camaro5 members locally and we all cruise around together.....

The only other system that i liked more is whatever Wicajew is running.... Check out his garage for details...

JASON

Nvincent4708 · 07-19-2011, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Tyler360

do you have a link for where you can get this? absolutely love the sound btw

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152236

there ya go!

*mlee* · 07-19-2011, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MarylandSpeed

Actually, I had not even thought of them. Most ebay headers and anything imported is polished. What I am trying to say is this is not a feature or selling point. It is like black high tem paint on headers. As soon as you run it, the color changes.

You are dead on about the e-bay... Headers is is one area that I would not go cheap on... Not sure about the polish jobs on those... but I've seen the Big Flows on after a few thousand miles and they still still look really good.

One thing I like about ARH over these is they have slip over connection at the collector.

usafcamaro · 07-19-2011, 04:26 PM

This is all very convincing. I like the idea of the extra power from the stepped headers. Where would you think the best place to buy them would be? (price wise) I would rather buy from a forum sponsor of course, but who has the best prices honestly?

MarylandSpeed · 07-19-2011, 04:28 PM

SW and Kooks both sell stepped headers and we can get you a great deal on both. We have Kooks in stock, and a really good deal on them. Keep in mind however, you are talking the most expensive header you can buy for your car..so the bang for you buck idea is gone.

usafcamaro · 07-19-2011, 04:32 PM

Well in the long run, isn't the best bang for your buck what's going to give the most power, and last the longest? I don't mind paying more if I get more, but if I can pay less, and get darn close I will. I'm still planning at this point, so prices make a large difference in my order of parts. i.e. I spend more on headers, means I leave glasspacks as my exhaust, instead of a catback system.

Drago77 · 07-19-2011, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by usafcamaro

Well in the long run, isn't the best bang for your buck what's going to give the most power, and last the longest? I don't mind paying more if I get more, but if I can pay less, and get darn close I will. I'm still planning at this point, so prices make a large difference in my order of parts. i.e. I spend more on headers, means I leave glasspacks as my exhaust, instead of a catback system.

Im getting Stainless Works 1 7/8" no-cats headers installed this week. I shopped around quite a bit (weeks) for a good price and compared mainly against Kooks and ARH. Basically it came down to the best package deal available. Your not gonna get true prices posted on the forum, your best bet is to start calling the forum sponsors and see what you can find... I REALLY liked working with Juiced, Marlyand Speed, Extreme Performance, and Late Model Restorations.... shop around, you'll find a good deal. F you can hold off for a few days, I'll post Vids once its done. Club member of mine (Peace234) just had his installed (same SW headers) on aCorsa cat-back, should be posted up soon...

usafcamaro · 07-19-2011, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Drago77

If* you can hold off for a few days, I'll post Vids once its done.

That won't be a problem. I'm picking up the car August 3rd, and won't have that much money for a couple months. I'm just trying to figure out exactly what I want, how much I'm spending, and what order to purchase in. I'm modifying a hood right now, and I don't know what that's going to take yet. lol

Revo1 · 07-19-2011, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Nvincent4708

Here is a video of my XSPower set. 650 for the FULL system.

I have the same system in the garage waiting for install. Did you get the 02 sensors?

Tshepp · 07-20-2011, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by VictorySS

New TSP Headers / Flowmaster Catback / AEM Intake dyno results

420rwhp
430rwq

Total Investment on parts Plus shipping $1,300 Now compare that to others.........

Wow, those numbers are pretty impressive. Higher RWTQ number than I see on most...

Nvincent4708 · 07-20-2011, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Revo1

I have the same system in the garage waiting for install. Did you get the 02 sensors?

I didn't need extensions. Since i replaced my engine.. The o2 harnesses aren't attached to the block and made them long enough to plug right in. I guess me being a neat freak and organizing all the wires paid off?

Jason 98 TA · 07-20-2011, 10:01 AM

Great results Victory!

Enjoy the combo!

Quote:

Originally Posted by VictorySS

New TSP Headers / Flowmaster Catback / AEM Intake dyno results

420rwhp
430rwq

Total Investment on parts Plus shipping $1,300 Now compare that to others.........

nancygrl · 07-20-2011, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Nvincent4708

I didn't need extensions. Since i replaced my engine.. The o2 harnesses aren't attached to the block and made them long enough to plug right in.

How easy/hard is it to get the o2 harnesses out of the block??

07-19-2011, 02:52 PM	#43
VictorySS Edit now 5th Camaro Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 225	New TSP Headers / Flowmaster Catback / AEM Intake dyno results 420rwhp 430rwq Total Investment on parts Plus shipping $1,300 Now compare that to others......... __________________ 1995 V6 First Car - Sold 2000 Z/28 11.12 @ 125mph Sold 2000 SS - Sold 2001 ZO6 - Sold 2010 Camaro SS Sold AEM Intake / 1" Drop / Forgeline / TSP Headers / AMT Catback / 20% Tint Current Whip 2016 2SS Hyper Blue!

07-19-2011, 04:26 PM	#47
usafcamaro Trigger Happy Drives: 1990 K1500 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: South Carolina Posts: 89 View My Garage	This is all very convincing. I like the idea of the extra power from the stepped headers. Where would you think the best place to buy them would be? (price wise) I would rather buy from a forum sponsor of course, but who has the best prices honestly? __________________

07-19-2011, 04:32 PM	#49
usafcamaro Trigger Happy Drives: 1990 K1500 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: South Carolina Posts: 89 View My Garage	Well in the long run, isn't the best bang for your buck what's going to give the most power, and last the longest? I don't mind paying more if I get more, but if I can pay less, and get darn close I will. I'm still planning at this point, so prices make a large difference in my order of parts. i.e. I spend more on headers, means I leave glasspacks as my exhaust, instead of a catback system. __________________

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MarylandSpeed Account Suspended Drives: 2012 ZL1 & 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 3,378	SW and Kooks both sell stepped headers and we can get you a great deal on both. We have Kooks in stock, and a really good deal on them. Keep in mind however, you are talking the most expensive header you can buy for your car..so the bang for you buck idea is gone.