tsp headers and x pipe
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Staging Lane
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Minnesota
tsp headers and x pipe If anyone is using these i would like to get some feedback on texas speed's header and x pipe for the C5. How long did it take you to install? How did it fit? any dyno or track numbers to back them up? Seems like a lot better price compared to the other long tubes ive seen.
If you look at he FLP install on ls1howto.com it will give you an idea of what to expect. I used these instructions and the only additional thing I had to do was drop the starter for clearance and cut two holes in the tunnel plate for the O2 sensors. I'm not sure on time to install since I did my cam at the same time. The fit was excellent for me and I have had no leaks. They are definitely worth the money if you don't feel like spending double the price on stainless.
Teching In
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Chandler AZ
Im running these headers. Im not sure on the hp numbers, but with my setup it went from running a 12.0's to an 11.5. I also run on ET streets which helps out a lot. I would guess in the neighborhood of 20rwhp.
On The Tree
Joined: Feb 2006
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im using the TSP setup. I installed it myself over 2 days time. I could have gotten it done in one day but I decided to take it easy and split it over 2 days.
Pretty easy install IMO, both headers went in from the top. All u need to do is take off both valve covers, unhook the steering likage and push it outta the way, pop off the altenator, and remove the starter. Jsut make sure you install the starter BEFORE you bolt up the passenger header. if you search TSP headers on CF.com you will find some mroe info. I used LS1howto as a base to do my install.
Pretty easy install IMO, both headers went in from the top. All u need to do is take off both valve covers, unhook the steering likage and push it outta the way, pop off the altenator, and remove the starter. Jsut make sure you install the starter BEFORE you bolt up the passenger header. if you search TSP headers on CF.com you will find some mroe info. I used LS1howto as a base to do my install.
Teching In
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Chandler AZ
Originally Posted by Tripintaz
im using the TSP setup. I installed it myself over 2 days time. I could have gotten it done in one day but I decided to take it easy and split it over 2 days.
Pretty easy install IMO, both headers went in from the top. All u need to do is take off both valve covers, unhook the steering likage and push it outta the way, pop off the altenator, and remove the starter. Jsut make sure you install the starter BEFORE you bolt up the passenger header. if you search TSP headers on CF.com you will find some mroe info. I used LS1howto as a base to do my install.
Pretty easy install IMO, both headers went in from the top. All u need to do is take off both valve covers, unhook the steering likage and push it outta the way, pop off the altenator, and remove the starter. Jsut make sure you install the starter BEFORE you bolt up the passenger header. if you search TSP headers on CF.com you will find some mroe info. I used LS1howto as a base to do my install.
Launching!
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 261
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From: Nebraska
I have them... Dropped them both in from the top... Removed valve covers and sparkplugs, disconnect steering col. and remove alt.. I would also suggest bending the tap welded on (which doesn't even work without an adapter) to bend it flat against the headers.
Performance wise i have no problems with the headesr. I'm VERY disappointed in the ceramic coating they put on it. IT's completely flaked off and has surface rust everywhere... Yes they are scratched.... and those parts are slighly rusted... but the headers have been installed just a year now and the rust in all over the headers and there is no way because of the way it spread it's from the scratches... I'll either take them to a local shop and have them redone or buy Stainless Steal next time..
Performance wise i have no problems with the headesr. I'm VERY disappointed in the ceramic coating they put on it. IT's completely flaked off and has surface rust everywhere... Yes they are scratched.... and those parts are slighly rusted... but the headers have been installed just a year now and the rust in all over the headers and there is no way because of the way it spread it's from the scratches... I'll either take them to a local shop and have them redone or buy Stainless Steal next time..
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