Headers worth it?
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: East Wenatchee (2hours from n e where) WA
Quick point that is often overlooked, Headers will allow mods such as increased valve timing and better breathing to work properly. One of the first mods in a well thought out performance strategy.
FWIF I will spend a lot more on US and local products. Those that dont deserve to see their wealth move offshore.
FWIF I will spend a lot more on US and local products. Those that dont deserve to see their wealth move offshore.
Race Director
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Overland Park Kansas
2020 Corvette of the Year Finalist (appearance mods)
C4 of Year Winner (appearance mods) 2019
OTOH....
I don’t care about the germans or idolize their stuff either. The ZF6 is in my Corvette and could be better. Supporting parts could still be in supply, and the need for a big-azz DMF could have been eliminated. Bill @ ZF6 redoes these to a higher standard – both in terms of tolerance and power-handling. (Not that they’re not sturdier than the stock auto) but it’s just weird to come in here blowing the german’s horn.
Supporting vendors have a right to suggest/offer their products – as we have a right to suggest something that may be a better price (or bang-for-the-buck) option. Taking issue with the quality is something I’m surprised more people haven’t raised issue with your post. (The comment about German's seems to indicate the SW stuff couldshould be better made...maybe I misunderstand?)
FWIW: I don’t see anyone here implying the quality of SW headers could/should be better.
Last edited by GREGGPENN; Oct 30, 2012 at 09:27 PM. Reason: finished my last sentence.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2010
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There is a (longtime) sediment that buying in your own backyard has merit. To that, I won't disagree. I've even "fought the battle" of chinese-made champion radiators vs. a US-made product. I understand the issue.
OTOH....
I don’t care about the germans or idolize their stuff either. The ZF6 is in my Corvette and could be better. Supporting parts could still be in supply, and the need for a big-azz DMF could have been eliminated. Bill @ ZF6 redoes these to a higher standard – both in terms of tolerance and power-handling. (Not that they’re not sturdier than the stock auto) but it’so just weird to come in here blowing the german’s horn.p
Supporting vendors have a right to suggest/offer their products – as we have a right to suggest something that may be a better price (or bang-for-the-buck) option. Taking issue with the quality is something I’m surprised more people haven’t raised issue with your post. (The comment about German's seems to indicate the SW stuff couldshould be better made...maybe I misunderstand?)
FWIW: I don’t see anyone here implying the quality of SW headers.
OTOH....
I don’t care about the germans or idolize their stuff either. The ZF6 is in my Corvette and could be better. Supporting parts could still be in supply, and the need for a big-azz DMF could have been eliminated. Bill @ ZF6 redoes these to a higher standard – both in terms of tolerance and power-handling. (Not that they’re not sturdier than the stock auto) but it’so just weird to come in here blowing the german’s horn.p
Supporting vendors have a right to suggest/offer their products – as we have a right to suggest something that may be a better price (or bang-for-the-buck) option. Taking issue with the quality is something I’m surprised more people haven’t raised issue with your post. (The comment about German's seems to indicate the SW stuff couldshould be better made...maybe I misunderstand?)
FWIW: I don’t see anyone here implying the quality of SW headers.
I have noticed way to many posts. in general Claiming all foreign parts are such trash. And ridicule people for using such non critical Parts.
Works has great looking headers. As stated earlier.
Last edited by THE 383 admiral; Oct 30, 2012 at 06:54 PM.
