Header decision
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Header decision I'm looking for the 'bang for the buck' header that I can use... I have stock everything except 3" Magna-flow cat-back. What should I get? and from Where? I've been looking at previous posts but nothing in reference to the rest of the exhaust.. so, if I could get a little input it would be appreciated greatly! I'm thinking about the Kook's from what people have been saying, but what 'exact' kit should I buy? (I've been looking at LS1speed.com)
Thanks in advance guys!!!
-Garrett
Thanks in advance guys!!!
-Garrett
I ordered mine from Slowhawk with the install and all needed hardwars, But I think TTP has the brest price mail order(next to what I paid) Like $700 for Stainless steel headers & $495 for Cated Y-pipe.
Kooks are great headers, but a little on the pricey side. The same can be said of QTP headers. In fact, I would argue that QTPs are the best LS1 headers available, with Kooks a close second. As davered00ss said, you'll probably get the best deal on Kooks through TTP.
If you want to save a little money but still get a really nice set of headers, check out the "new" Flowtechs. From what I can tell, Holley has taken their Hooker headers, rebranded them, and knocked about $200 off the price. Based solely off what I've read and my experience with Hooker headers, I would strongly recommend the Flowtechs over the similarly priced Pacesetters. Some may disagree, but that's my opinion.
Any header you buy will require you to replace your stock Y-Pipe. Most header manufacturers offer a Y-Pipe specifically for their product, but few offer a "catted" Y-Pipe and some aren't of the utmost quality. Oftentimes, it's cheaper to have a local exhaust shop custom fabricate a Y-Pipe for you, especially if you need/want cats. In many cases, you'll also need 02 simulators.
In short, if you want the best LS1 headers you can get, go with QTP or Kooks. If you want a great value, spring for a set of Flowtechs. I'd venture to say the only difference you'll feel in the driver's seat is your wallet poking into you a bit deeper because it still holds the roughly $300 you saved by going with the Flowtechs.
Josh
If you want to save a little money but still get a really nice set of headers, check out the "new" Flowtechs. From what I can tell, Holley has taken their Hooker headers, rebranded them, and knocked about $200 off the price. Based solely off what I've read and my experience with Hooker headers, I would strongly recommend the Flowtechs over the similarly priced Pacesetters. Some may disagree, but that's my opinion.
Any header you buy will require you to replace your stock Y-Pipe. Most header manufacturers offer a Y-Pipe specifically for their product, but few offer a "catted" Y-Pipe and some aren't of the utmost quality. Oftentimes, it's cheaper to have a local exhaust shop custom fabricate a Y-Pipe for you, especially if you need/want cats. In many cases, you'll also need 02 simulators.
In short, if you want the best LS1 headers you can get, go with QTP or Kooks. If you want a great value, spring for a set of Flowtechs. I'd venture to say the only difference you'll feel in the driver's seat is your wallet poking into you a bit deeper because it still holds the roughly $300 you saved by going with the Flowtechs.
Josh
Last edited by Josh; Apr 27, 2004 at 06:16 PM.
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QTP (Quick Time Performance) LS1 F-body Headers
All Headers made from 304 stainless steel
1 3/4 Race LS1 724.99
1 3/4 Emissions Style 799.99
1 3/4 Race High Velocity 1249.99
1 7/8 Race 829.99
1 7/8 Race High Velocity 1349.99
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Originally Posted by NOZR1
I've seen some people on here complain that they bang the floorboard. I don't know personally though.
that's a pretty common problem...I just like em cuz they come with cats and the test pipes...but I guess I could just get hookers with a catted Y and buy test pipes
