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Old Mar 4, 2011 | 03:11 PM
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What is the best uncated header and how much do they cost ?
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Old Mar 4, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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THE best? That's gonna start an argument! How about LG STREETS! I love mine and it makes the hair on my neck stand up when it's screaming down the road!
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Old Mar 4, 2011 | 07:01 PM
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when i finally get the cash i am going with the texas speed long tubes.
ceramic coated, no cats, like 729 for headers and 3" X pipe.
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Old Mar 4, 2011 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by PEPPI5
What is the best uncated header and how much do they cost ?
Use the search feature you'll get a ton of information on this subject.
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Old Mar 4, 2011 | 08:36 PM
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American racing long tube headers. Number one in my book. Very easy install. Really, anything is alot better then the stock manafolds
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 03:40 PM
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Don't focus on name brand. Look for the largest primary tubes available (i.e. 1 7/8" min) and a 4-2-1 design, not a 4-1 design.
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 07:58 PM
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The "best" header threads always turn into peoples opinions on what they think is the best. I'm sure you know what they say about opinions . With that said, there are quite a few sponsors that sell our headers for a reason. I don't think you will find a company with a better product or customer service than ARH. If you would like, I can PM you a list of ARH dealers local to you as well.
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 06:29 AM
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Originally Posted by manley845
Don't focus on name brand. Look for the largest primary tubes available (i.e. 1 7/8" min) and a 4-2-1 design, not a 4-1 design.
If he is going forced induction maybe but for an otherwise stock internal car isnt that a little overkill?
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"best" is something everyone will differ on. There's a ton of good technical info on hearers at LS1Tech.com
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 11:26 AM
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I really like the OBX system installed on my car. With a mild comp cam, ported factory 241 heads and stock axle back it makes about 410 rwhp on motor and 527 rwhp on spray. The price was great and the install/fit was excellent. There is a dealer here on the forum.

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i like my lt kooks.
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Just got my Stainless Works 1 7/8" non catted LT's back from been ceramic coated and they look sweet, cant wait to get them on.

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I like my American Racing Headers

There are just so many opinions and options on headers and I think most are good choices

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