Kooks stepped headers vs ARH ...?? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Nito · 11-15-2011, 10:22 PM

Which header would you guys recommend

Kooks stepped 1 3/4 - 1 7/8 or ARH 1 7/8 ?

Does Kooks stepped headers make more power than the regular 1 7/8 from ARH ? ( both set ups with high flow cats )

Thanks in advance guys.

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:24 PM

This is a good question, however, it's difficult to honestly answer this since each car is different. Someone would have to chime in that has had both in their car.

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:26 PM

The Kooks stepped setup makes 10hp more than the standard kooks 1 7/8, per MarylandSpeed's website.

Nito · 11-15-2011, 10:33 PM

Thanks so far , I know it's killing me to decide which one to pick

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:38 PM

Believe it or not, I was in the same boat. I'm going with ARH because their shop is only 20mi from me, so I can get a great deal on parts/install. Honestly, I doubt it's a HUGE difference between the two, if any. I'd say toss it up to price.

Nito · 11-15-2011, 10:48 PM

Lucky you lol , I won't say any names of vendors but I got a quote on the ARH with cats for 1087 shipped vs 1400 for the kooks stepped headers with cats shipped. Those prices sound to be correct to you? Idk if those are good or regular deals.

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:51 PM

Yes, actually those are pretty good deals, no, very good.

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:51 PM

Especially since shipping is already included. I'd say you're definitely dealing with the right vendors.

Nito · 11-15-2011, 10:55 PM

Cool , good 2 know

*GTAHVIT* · 11-15-2011, 10:56 PM

you really can't go wrong with either...

I've got ARH and love them but I don't think you'll be disappointed with Kooks.

shop around there are some good deals on both companies around here.

If all else fails, Give each company a call and see whom you'd rather do business with...

You may want to add Stainless Works to the list as well.

Raptor626 · 11-15-2011, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTAHVIT

you really can't go wrong with either...

I've got ARH and love them but I don't think you'll be disappointed with Kooks.

shop around there are some good deals on both companies around here.

If all else fails, Give each company a call and see whom you'd rather do business with...

You may want to add Stainless Works to the list as well.

Lol, NO! He's already confused as it is!

*GTAHVIT* · 11-15-2011, 10:59 PM

right right ... sorry...

My bad.

Nito · 11-15-2011, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTAHVIT

you really can't go wrong with either...

I've got ARH and love them but I don't think you'll be disappointed with Kooks.

shop around there are some good deals on both companies around here.

If all else fails, Give each company a call and see whom you'd rather do business with...

You may want to add Stainless Works to the list as well.

Thanks for the info

, I was actually giving TSP headers a though

What you think of them?

JDP Motorsports · 11-15-2011, 11:55 PM

I don't think the 1-3/4" to 1-7/8" Step Headers are going to provide 10 additional RWHP over a straight 1-7/8" header myself... It might do so on an otherwise stock SS but once you start doing more you'd rather have the 1-7/8". We sale and install the KOOKS as well as the ARH and they are both EXCELLENT headers!! I choose the KOOKS 1-7/8" with cats for my Camaro for a few reasons but you honestly can't go wrong with either.

That price is VERY LOW on the ARH, they must need to move some inventory or you're missing something... Does that include cats as well? If so and they are new that is an AWESOME deal! Good luck either way and my vote is KOOKS 1-7/8".

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

View Poll Results: Which header makes more power or would you choose?
Kooks stepped 1 3/4 - 1 7/8	43	54.43%
ARH 1 7/8	36	45.57%
Voters: 79. You may not vote on this poll

11-15-2011, 10:22 PM	#1
Nito Drives: 2016 1SS White MT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hollywood Florida Posts: 210	Kooks stepped headers vs ARH ...?? Which header would you guys recommend Kooks stepped 1 3/4 - 1 7/8 or ARH 1 7/8 ? Does Kooks stepped headers make more power than the regular 1 7/8 from ARH ? ( both set ups with high flow cats ) Thanks in advance guys. __________________ 2016 White 1SS with Port & Polish Heads and Cam by Texas Speed , Forged Drop in Pistons and Rods by Cunningham M , Procharger D1SC , Air to Air Race Intercooler, Race Valve , Helical Gears , Alky Meth Kit , Zl1 Low Side Pump , LT4 HPFP , V-Max Ported TB , MSD Atomic IM , ARH 1-7/8 Catless , Borla S Type Cat-Back . Work done by Lashway Motorsports 790RWHP-649RWTQ

11-15-2011, 10:33 PM	#4
Nito Drives: 2016 1SS White MT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hollywood Florida Posts: 210	Thanks so far , I know it's killing me to decide which one to pick __________________ 2016 White 1SS with Port & Polish Heads and Cam by Texas Speed , Forged Drop in Pistons and Rods by Cunningham M , Procharger D1SC , Air to Air Race Intercooler, Race Valve , Helical Gears , Alky Meth Kit , Zl1 Low Side Pump , LT4 HPFP , V-Max Ported TB , MSD Atomic IM , ARH 1-7/8 Catless , Borla S Type Cat-Back . Work done by Lashway Motorsports 790RWHP-649RWTQ

11-15-2011, 10:48 PM	#6
Nito Drives: 2016 1SS White MT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hollywood Florida Posts: 210	Lucky you lol , I won't say any names of vendors but I got a quote on the ARH with cats for 1087 shipped vs 1400 for the kooks stepped headers with cats shipped. Those prices sound to be correct to you? Idk if those are good or regular deals. __________________ 2016 White 1SS with Port & Polish Heads and Cam by Texas Speed , Forged Drop in Pistons and Rods by Cunningham M , Procharger D1SC , Air to Air Race Intercooler, Race Valve , Helical Gears , Alky Meth Kit , Zl1 Low Side Pump , LT4 HPFP , V-Max Ported TB , MSD Atomic IM , ARH 1-7/8 Catless , Borla S Type Cat-Back . Work done by Lashway Motorsports 790RWHP-649RWTQ

11-15-2011, 10:55 PM	#9
Nito Drives: 2016 1SS White MT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hollywood Florida Posts: 210	Cool , good 2 know __________________ 2016 White 1SS with Port & Polish Heads and Cam by Texas Speed , Forged Drop in Pistons and Rods by Cunningham M , Procharger D1SC , Air to Air Race Intercooler, Race Valve , Helical Gears , Alky Meth Kit , Zl1 Low Side Pump , LT4 HPFP , V-Max Ported TB , MSD Atomic IM , ARH 1-7/8 Catless , Borla S Type Cat-Back . Work done by Lashway Motorsports 790RWHP-649RWTQ

11-15-2011, 10:24 PM	#2
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	This is a good question, however, it's difficult to honestly answer this since each car is different. Someone would have to chime in that has had both in their car.

11-15-2011, 10:26 PM	#3
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	The Kooks stepped setup makes 10hp more than the standard kooks 1 7/8, per MarylandSpeed's website.

11-15-2011, 10:38 PM	#5
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	Believe it or not, I was in the same boat. I'm going with ARH because their shop is only 20mi from me, so I can get a great deal on parts/install. Honestly, I doubt it's a HUGE difference between the two, if any. I'd say toss it up to price.

11-15-2011, 10:51 PM	#7
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	Yes, actually those are pretty good deals, no, very good.

11-15-2011, 10:56 PM	#10
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	you really can't go wrong with either... I've got ARH and love them but I don't think you'll be disappointed with Kooks. shop around there are some good deals on both companies around here. If all else fails, Give each company a call and see whom you'd rather do business with... You may want to add Stainless Works to the list as well. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

11-15-2011, 10:59 PM	#12
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	right right ... sorry... My bad. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

11-15-2011, 11:55 PM	#14
JDP Motorsports Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/ 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 3,256	I don't think the 1-3/4" to 1-7/8" Step Headers are going to provide 10 additional RWHP over a straight 1-7/8" header myself... It might do so on an otherwise stock SS but once you start doing more you'd rather have the 1-7/8". We sale and install the KOOKS as well as the ARH and they are both EXCELLENT headers!! I choose the KOOKS 1-7/8" with cats for my Camaro for a few reasons but you honestly can't go wrong with either. That price is VERY LOW on the ARH, they must need to move some inventory or you're missing something... Does that include cats as well? If so and they are new that is an AWESOME deal! Good luck either way and my vote is KOOKS 1-7/8". Kind regards, Jordan Priestley 888.308.6007

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