Hooker Super Comps Vs. TPiS Headers
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Burning Brakes
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Man,,,there's SOOOO much you can find on headers with the search function....
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...t-headers.html
There's another recent thread on Exotic Muscle (EM) headers and Merle's potential financial issues. Both are really good products that people don't complain about. EM's are probably the best value for the money but you might have to wait longer to get a set.
SW and Melrose are even better but cost more (than $750). Hookers are over-priced for a street car IMO. But, they are fine if you want a tuned header for the track.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...t-headers.html
There's another recent thread on Exotic Muscle (EM) headers and Merle's potential financial issues. Both are really good products that people don't complain about. EM's are probably the best value for the money but you might have to wait longer to get a set.
SW and Melrose are even better but cost more (than $750). Hookers are over-priced for a street car IMO. But, they are fine if you want a tuned header for the track.
. I already came across that thread, got in touch with Weav, and have solved all of my issues
Burning Brakes
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I bought the hooker 2149 for emissions and price. They thinner than the TPiS, but given my current HP goals id go for the one of the boutique providers EM-melrose.
hooker are fine and there is nothing wrong with them. you just have to ask yourself if +5 hp for a stock engine is worth the price difference, typical 383s may see 10-15 hp differende, or 15+ full all out race motors. though I really shouldn't be running a "long" tube at this point anyway...but I stick with the hookers!
hooker are fine and there is nothing wrong with them. you just have to ask yourself if +5 hp for a stock engine is worth the price difference, typical 383s may see 10-15 hp differende, or 15+ full all out race motors. though I really shouldn't be running a "long" tube at this point anyway...but I stick with the hookers!
Drifting
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Melrose is the best header your going to get.
They are lighter hand blended the ports are super clean they are cut from a block of mild steel "there are no restrictive welds" your not going to beat it.
They only make headers for the corvette so all the fab work and dyno work is just for the corvette you cant get any better then that.
They are lighter hand blended the ports are super clean they are cut from a block of mild steel "there are no restrictive welds" your not going to beat it.
They only make headers for the corvette so all the fab work and dyno work is just for the corvette you cant get any better then that.
Racer
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Holley say of Hooker 2149 and 2151 as follows: Does not fit with AFR angle plug heads.
Does that rule out AFR heads then completely? Or do the straight angle plug heads fit a C4?
If they don't then Hookers are out of the picture, I'm afraid as I prefer AFR heads for my -86.
Does that rule out AFR heads then completely? Or do the straight angle plug heads fit a C4?
If they don't then Hookers are out of the picture, I'm afraid as I prefer AFR heads for my -86.
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Burning Brakes
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Melrose is the best header your going to get.
They are lighter hand blended the ports are super clean they are cut from a block of mild steel "there are no restrictive welds" your not going to beat it.
They only make headers for the corvette so all the fab work and dyno work is just for the corvette you cant get any better then that.
They are lighter hand blended the ports are super clean they are cut from a block of mild steel "there are no restrictive welds" your not going to beat it.
They only make headers for the corvette so all the fab work and dyno work is just for the corvette you cant get any better then that.
FAIL!
Once you get some time on them, you will see why.
Safety Car
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Dangggg, those sure are purdy!!! Let me know how the install goes! If it goes well, I may have to invest 
You should get her dynoed now, and again after you put them on... Make a deal with the shop and tell them you want to see your increase!
You should get her dynoed now, and again after you put them on... Make a deal with the shop and tell them you want to see your increase!
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Burning Brakes
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I'll keep you updated on the install and let me just say I am thoroughly impressed that TPiS sent me o2 extensions and fel pro gaskets. Class A company right there
You guys want a vid with just the headers on?
Safety Car
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Hahaha, they are drop dead gorgeous. I tucked both into bed for the night
I'll keep you updated on the install and let me just say I am thoroughly impressed that TPiS sent me o2 extensions and fel pro gaskets. Class A company right there
You guys want a vid with just the headers on?
I'll keep you updated on the install and let me just say I am thoroughly impressed that TPiS sent me o2 extensions and fel pro gaskets. Class A company right there
You guys want a vid with just the headers on?
Just dont melt anything!!
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Burning Brakes
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They are quite attractive if you ask me ^.^ haha
I have 6 free hours ahead of me, but I really don't feel like putting em on lololol. Has anyone done this install themselves?
I have 6 free hours ahead of me, but I really don't feel like putting em on lololol. Has anyone done this install themselves?
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