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Old 06-14-2006, 10:30 AM
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Default Does LS6 Heads/Cam like headers?

Just wondering if any knows from specs or experience if the LS6 H/C setup really benefits from some good headers/exhaust on an F-car?



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Umm...yeah! Stock manifolds are very restricting and since the LS6 heads flow more, you better have an exhaust to compensate or you'll be leaving a lot on the table. My suggestions if you haven't done exhaust yet, is to do it right the first time and not worry about it. Get yourself some true duals with stainless steel headers.
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^ i agree

IMO a great flowing exhaust is much more important than a great flowing intake, so headers is a must!
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intake and exhaust is what Lsx motors respond to extremely well.
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I have an 2002 LS6 motor in my car and before my cam change it ran ok thru the manifolds but with the heasders and exhaust it gained 2mph and 2 tenths.
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The Z06 guys are getting 30-40 rwhp gains on LT's and no cats so i would say it will help just a little lol.
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All motors like free flowing exhaust.




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