OBX headers
Pro
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From: Ashland Kentucky
I'm not asking you to care. I'm asking you to back up the misinformation you're spreading, and you are instead backing out. Just admit you have no reason to say the OBX don't fit. Why be that way man? Just admit you just are leery due to how other low cost headers have been. That would be the respectable thing to do. No reason to be a disservice to the whole board by spreading lies and misinformation.
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Racer
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From: Carrollton Tx.
I'm not asking you to care. I'm asking you to back up the misinformation you're spreading, and you are instead backing out. Just admit you have no reason to say the OBX don't fit. Why be that way man? Just admit you just are leery due to how other low cost headers have been. That would be the respectable thing to do. No reason to be a disservice to the whole board by spreading lies and misinformation.
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From: Dyer, IN
I'm not asking you to care. I'm asking you to back up the misinformation you're spreading, and you are instead backing out. Just admit you have no reason to say the OBX don't fit. Why be that way man? Just admit you just are leery due to how other low cost headers have been. That would be the respectable thing to do. No reason to be a disservice to the whole board by spreading lies and misinformation.
I have NEVER lied to anyone on this forum concerning anything. So if my suggestion to go with a header with a proven reputation, that will give the installer the least(or no) difficulties, is considered a disservice...then I'm guilty as charged.
Finally, I have no specific experience with OBX headers. When they build the type of reputation like the others I have mentioned, I will gladly consider them. Until then, I'll pay more for what I know works...period.
Team Owner
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From: NJ
And why do you suppose that is? How do you think a company makes a name for themselves, and can command a higher price?
Quality, construction, engineering, etc.
I don't like spending three times a much as an F-body guy for parts, but I refuse to have to bend, heat, or make something fit on my vette. I remember having to "make things work" when I was in young because I was limited on funds, and could not afford the stuff that was made to fit. Those days are over. There are plenty of selections for headers that are of excellent quality, and will fit the first time...no modifications necessary. Are they more expensive than the headers Jackie Chan is making....for sure....but you roll the dice.
So for those that want to roll the dice with their money, time, and sanity gambling on whether a cheap set of headers will work.....I say more power to you......it's just not for me.
Quality, construction, engineering, etc.
I don't like spending three times a much as an F-body guy for parts, but I refuse to have to bend, heat, or make something fit on my vette. I remember having to "make things work" when I was in young because I was limited on funds, and could not afford the stuff that was made to fit. Those days are over. There are plenty of selections for headers that are of excellent quality, and will fit the first time...no modifications necessary. Are they more expensive than the headers Jackie Chan is making....for sure....but you roll the dice.
So for those that want to roll the dice with their money, time, and sanity gambling on whether a cheap set of headers will work.....I say more power to you......it's just not for me.
You are a person who is willing to drop more money on something that doesn't necessarily perform any better, simply because "those days are gone" good for you. The sum of your post as I read it... "Look at me I can drop money"....
OK, I can too, but I like to keep as much of my money as I can, and I like to fiddle and work on stuff. I don't even own these headers but I can still keep an open mind. I think these are a great option for folks willing to spend a little extra time.
Team Owner
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From: NJ
You can read volumes on this stuff within the forum...I'm not going to do the search for you....
I have yet to read, or see on my friends C5's, where LG, Dyna's, ARH's, or Kooks end up hitting the bell housing or need to be heated/beaten into submission to make them fit.
I have yet to read, or see on my friends C5's, where LG, Dyna's, ARH's, or Kooks end up hitting the bell housing or need to be heated/beaten into submission to make them fit.
For someone who extols the virtues of searching the forum, I suggest you do the same. Kooks is some of the worst fitting header systems out. I did a quick search on header fitment and the first thread is Kooks headers hitting the bell housing and mid pipe being the wrong size.
Ive read about fitment issues with all brand of headers here.
If you are going to jump ugly with people, make sure your position is righteous.
Pro
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From: Ashland Kentucky
What bad things have you seen since they became OBX? NOTHING.
Tech Contributor
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From: Dyer, IN
and that's fine for them...like I said, it's not for me.....so what?
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From: Dyer, IN
I'm done discussing this....the estrogen level is elevated in this thread.
Team Owner
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From: NJ
Atta' boy. If you cant debate facts or defend your position without resorting to name calling, simply throw a new insult and storm off.
Estrogen levels? Oh geez.
Pro
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From: West Yarmouth MA.
So.. I've been reading this thread and it got me to wondering why all the passion for these bargain headers. What you are all saying is they are every bit as good in build quality, fitment and performance as my 1400.00 Dynatech kit then? Someone should do a timed install/dyno test on the big three or four against them. Thant would be interesting...
Racer
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: chicago il
I will take the $800 savings for the trip to the auto parts store for bolts anyday anytime!!! Im not debating that dynatech or lgs or any other of the bigname headers have better r&d and custumer support Thats great.. As i have seen you get none of that with obx i mached my headers up today and there are no fitment issues i can see other than having to clearance for the o2s In my case im going to weld in new bungs in a better location.. Welds look great on my headers and they are stainless im sure they will last as long as i have the car and suit my purpose... My hats off to obx for making a quality header at a reasonable price if you dont like them dont buy them ..
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From: Whippany NJ
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Dont get them, you will pay less than me. i want you to pay as high as i did. if not i will be depressed again like last time and curl up in a fetal positon in my dark basement.
Pro
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From: Ashland Kentucky
There's the mature answer i'd expect from a guy with no experience. I've searched and see nobody with experience having any significant issues. You have that you can't back up your mouth that you run so well. You probably haven't installed them even once in your lifetime. You probably pay to have it done.
Last edited by N4cer; Oct 6, 2008 at 12:02 AM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Jax Florida
Just do a search for OBX....hope you've got all day to read. Plenty of post for OBX / SSAC/"ebay headers".
Instructor
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From: Somers Point New Jersey
Sometimes people just WANT to spend more money on the same stuff. It makes them feel like they are getting more. While much of the time this is not true, these people will not understand they are being taken advantage of. See, if I was going to make, say, headers for a corvette, I know that corvette owners generally have bigger wallets than honda civic owners. I would purposely sell my headers for an outrageous price because I KNOW that these people will think there is something special about them and buy them anyway, JUST BECAUSE THEY'RE EXPENSIVE. Certain people would feel inferior by paying less. I bet if OBX headers made more power than any other brand, people would still buy the other more expensive stuff.
Me, I like to figure out my horsepower gain per dollar. I'll take the OBX, thanks.
Me, I like to figure out my horsepower gain per dollar. I'll take the OBX, thanks.
