Header Install
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Header Install Its time to finally slap on some long tube headers and let this LS1 breathe... I'll be going with Texas Speed LTs 1 7/8 with an ORY. Whether I go with Texas Speed or the Pacesetter ORY I am undecided on just yet. I heard Pacesetter has a better fit? I was just wondering what is necessary or not. Header gaskets is a must, so I will be replacing those. I'd like to go with new spark plugs & wires. What are some good brands that may have the option in white colored wires? Now I've had QTP headers installed on my 01 Z28 and never replaced the motor mounts. Is this a "necessary" mod to replace or just extra precaution?? I don't know how much they run, but if its better off done then not and people "highly" recommend it... then I'll go through with attempting it in my install. But it never seemed to affect my Z28.
Any other items or parts that I need? Is a tune needed? I plan to cam it within the next year or two (once having the funds) and will be getting a tune then.
Any other items or parts that I need? Is a tune needed? I plan to cam it within the next year or two (once having the funds) and will be getting a tune then.
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Yes, a mail order tune will do fine and is necessary to tune out the rear 02s and get your air/fuel ratio correct...good time to dial the car in for 150$...ngk plugs wires.... Motor mounts are around 60$ or so and you SHOULD replace them. What year is your car? do you have egr/air. And just gotta ask, why not run duals?
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Yes, a mail order tune will do fine and is necessary to tune out the rear 02s and get your air/fuel ratio correct...good time to dial the car in for 150$...ngk plugs wires.... Motor mounts are around 60$ or so and you SHOULD replace them. What year is your car? do you have egr/air. And just gotta ask, why not run duals?
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Yes, a mail order tune will do fine and is necessary to tune out the rear 02s and get your air/fuel ratio correct...good time to dial the car in for 150$...ngk plugs wires.... Motor mounts are around 60$ or so and you SHOULD replace them. What year is your car? do you have egr/air. And just gotta ask, why not run duals?
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I've heard of mail-order tunes but just don't know anything about them or what they look like? How they work? I have a 2002 SS with AIR,no EGR. I have the CME exhaust setup and I'm keeping it. I'm thinking about going with a catted y as well to reduce rasp, I'll be installing the SLP LM1 muffler
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I've heard of mail-order tunes but just don't know anything about them or what they look like? How they work? I have a 2002 SS with AIR,no EGR. I have the CME exhaust setup and I'm keeping it. I'm thinking about going with a catted y as well to reduce rasp, I'll be installing the SLP LM1 muffler
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You cut off the dumps and have it fabbed up, under or over the axle. I had mine run under the axle with corsa clones...then recently went back to dumped (sounds great dumped with the cam) but left the tips for looks/fill in my rear bumper
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Thanks a buddy of mine tonight at a local car meet mentioned Frost.
