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Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Hayward (Bay Area) CA
* * * Comparing HEADERS * * *
Hey guys,
Looking to get some LT's. I know everyone has their favorites, and we're a lil baised about the ones we use, right? But does anyone have specific info/data that shows which LT's are better than the others. (Not looking for the REAL hi end/expenssive ones either). Debating between American Racing & SuperMaxx Lt's? Anyone got real numbers/quality info on these?
Thanks in advance...
Looking to get some LT's. I know everyone has their favorites, and we're a lil baised about the ones we use, right? But does anyone have specific info/data that shows which LT's are better than the others. (Not looking for the REAL hi end/expenssive ones either). Debating between American Racing & SuperMaxx Lt's? Anyone got real numbers/quality info on these?
Thanks in advance...
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Farmington CT
Cruise-In VII Veteran
I've installed many of each, the american racing are the most straightforward to install, BY FAR
all flanges/tubing is 100% T304 s/s no shortcuts
give me a call if you need a set, I'll provide the tech support for the install
860-989-8972 Steve
all flanges/tubing is 100% T304 s/s no shortcuts
give me a call if you need a set, I'll provide the tech support for the install
860-989-8972 Steve
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Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Hayward (Bay Area) CA
Steve,
Thanks for the reply. I've heard the AR's are much easier to install. Since, I can't see myself being under the car on jack stands, struggling with rusted bolts, playing with 02 sensor, and trying to lift the motor, I'll let the pros install it for me. So, it wouldn't matter to me which is easier to install. (labor rates would be the same for both I think).
However, my main question was the difference in the performace and the quality of the both. I'm getting a used Supermaxx set (1500 mi) for around $800 locally, and was wondering if it's a good price?
Thanks in advance... LT guys plz share your ideas....
Thanks for the reply. I've heard the AR's are much easier to install. Since, I can't see myself being under the car on jack stands, struggling with rusted bolts, playing with 02 sensor, and trying to lift the motor, I'll let the pros install it for me. So, it wouldn't matter to me which is easier to install. (labor rates would be the same for both I think).
However, my main question was the difference in the performace and the quality of the both. I'm getting a used Supermaxx set (1500 mi) for around $800 locally, and was wondering if it's a good price?
Thanks in advance... LT guys plz share your ideas....
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Rugby North Dakota
Yes, for used Dynatech Supermaxx headers, $800.00 for a 1500 mile set is a good price - 1500 miles is HARDLY even used, and the cheapest price I've ever seen was around $1,350.00 for a new set.
You will LOVE the Dynatechs - install is not too bad, great fit and finish, quality product!
You will LOVE the Dynatechs - install is not too bad, great fit and finish, quality product!
Race Director
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: CONCORD NC
If you have the money, either LG or Dynatech would be my choice. They are true long tubes (primaries twice as long as the rest), and will boost mid-range as well as the high end (as they all do).
Former Vendor
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: Valencia CA
There won't be enough time in the day to read all the information available to you if you do.
One of the reasons you dont see alot of responses (IMO) is that this topic is one of the most beat to death topics on the C5 tech board.
Use the search.....there is alot of information out there but the abridged version is that you cant go wrong with either the AR or the LG systems and the merits of each come highly debated here.
Cheers,
Tony
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i don't know comparisons but i was at a corvette shop getting a blackwing filter and the guy had a used set of tpis long tubes, hi flow cats and xpipe for $950 so i grabbed em..the sound is much deeper now and it sounds really good under acceleration...plus it def feels like it's pulling harder..
Le Mans Master
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From: DuBois PA
St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15
Here's the SS Autochrome Headers and X Pipe ($400.00 shipped) coupled with Highflow Cats and Corsa Paces...
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Saint Charles MO
headers for '01 Rag Top.
I have a '01 Rag Top/ interested in LT Headers. Auto/ also what are my muffler options that you can offer? ship to St. Louis,MO. My email address is garychytil@charter.net / 314-412-9675. Thanks.
Drifting
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: Broken Arrow Oklahoma
St. Jude Donor '09
My rwhp with stock manifolds was 380. I added TPIS LT, no cats and x-pipe and it put down 401rwhp. The guy I bought the used TPIS headers from gained 18rwhp just by changing over to LG pro LT's.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: San Antonio Texas
I just picked up a used set of TPIS stainless headers and an MTI X-pipe for $300 bucks !! Not sure what the HP gains will be yet, but I just couldn't see myself spending $800 to $1400 bucks for headers... that just NUTS !! 
Just my 2 cents....
Just my 2 cents....
That is sweet!!!!
Race Director
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From: Phila PA, Bonita Springs FL
The LONGER primaries of the LG's & Dynatech tend to LOSE their scavageing effect above 3500 rpms..
They are GREAT for LOW END TORQUE at LOWER RPMS..
Perfect for street driving & road racers..
However for DRAG racing, the brands with shorter primaries KOOKS, AR, TPIS, will OUT PERFORM from 4000-7000 rpms, exactly where the powerband is @ WOT....
The dyno results may only offer minimal if any gains, but on the dragstrip, a .05-.1 quicker ET can be had..
Just some food for thought on this subject..