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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 11:07 PM
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I want to get headers installed on my 'Vette simply for sound...

I have a mild cam, some head work done (both by previous owner) and decent mufflers...sounds good the way it is, but I want it louder and "throatier" that brings me to headers....

Worth it for the $$$ ???

Kevin

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Old Sep 14, 2010 | 02:04 PM
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If thats what you want, then it is worth it. If you can stay cheap (I really like my headman's for example.. less than $200), then it is worth it. If you start looking at more expensive headers and approach the $400+ mark... then not so much. Dont forget you will have to have a little bit of fab work done (some cutting and welding on a collector), so that adds just a bit more cost if you cant DIY.

Here is mine with the headman headers:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xf4kNNWT6xs
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Old Sep 14, 2010 | 02:15 PM
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Sound is always a subjective thing, but to me headers dont change the sound too much if that is the only change that you plan to make.
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Kevin, what have you all done to your engine and exhaust? Curious what mods you made because your car sounds great. Nice wheel/tire combo as well. Awesome looking ride.
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C-C-C If you want sound you need "Cubes - Compression - Cam". JMO
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Old Sep 14, 2010 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by FriscoSteve
Kevin, what have you all done to your engine and exhaust? Curious what mods you made because your car sounds great. Nice wheel/tire combo as well. Awesome looking ride.
Haha, I think the phrase "lots" covers it pretty well.

383 stroker, .500/.500 flat tappet cam, 205cc aluminum heads, 10.2:1cr, headman headers, 18" glass packs, turned out before rear wheels.
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