Ok, two words...IT SUCKED! :D I really wasn't prepared for the amount of work that went into the install, but I say it was time and money well spent. For those that helped me with directions and tips (too many names to mention) Thank you! :cheers: I did come up with some helpful tips for those that might be considering this.

1). Plan for plenty of time. This is not at quick job. Budget 5 to 6 hours minimum.
2). Have an extra sent of hands around.
3). Passenger side went in from the top, driver from the bottom.
4). Loosen the starter for extra room. Do not remove it completely, just remove the bolts.
5). The x-pipe was by far the most pain in the butt. Things start off by looking like they won't go together. During the install, I made some comments that would make a sailor blush. :bb Get all the bolts started and then snug everything up. All the parts will come together align perfectly. :thumbs: It will take some force to get things together.
6). While you have everything apart, new plugs wires might be a good idea. I went with Taylor's that can withstand up to 600 degrees. A couple of the wires are going to be VERY close to the headers.
7). Drive the car for awhile, letting everything good and hot and re-torque the header bolts. To get a perfect seal.
8). Invest in a good set of mechanics gloves. My hands are so cut up right now, I can barely type this post. :yesnod:
9). The headers to not come with instructions so check out the following links for good instructions.
http://www.stl-vettes.com/Headers/Header_Install.asp http://temp.corvetteforum.net/c5/30s//FLP_INSTALL___STOCK_C5_EXHAUST.shtml</A> <A HREF="http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=17" TARGET="_blank">http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=17
10). Last, do not be surprise if during first fire-up you see some smoke. and have a slight oder. It's just the new system burning in.

Other than that, good luck. I am totally impressed with the system. Throttle response is improve and the sound is much improved. All and all and very happy with the system. Hope this info helps some people. :yesnod:


[Modified by NavyC5, 3:26 PM 3/15/2003]

 

:hurray:

 

Good job, man. I knew you could do it! :cheers: :thumbs: :cool: :hurray:

:party:

 

Congrats :) :)

I know you will enjoy them as much as I enjoy mine :) :)

George

 

Well since your knuckels are banged up allready you want to come out to Cali and install my set? :D :D :D

 

You pay for airfare, beer and strippers and you've got a deal. :thumbs:

 

The sound they make at wot!!!! are worth the hard work. :D :D :D

 

How about a sound file????? :D :D :D

:cheers:

 

Congratulations!! Exactly the experience I enjoyed last fall. Glad to hear you are pleased with the results in spite of the pain. I too relied heavily on the shared experiences of forum members, particularly Black_Magic's. What mufflers are you running? I still have the stocks on but will probably replace with GHL's soon.
:seeya

 

Did you install with cats or no cats.
Did you get the o2 simulator?
Can you email me your total cost.

 

Now there is a good idea. I have to work on that this week. :jester

 

Congrats on the installation. :hurray:

Mine also were also very difficult to get aligned properly. I am really happy with now but I wasn't during the initial installation. The good news is that once they are on, if you have to take them off they go back on easily. I have had mine off to replace the gaskets and everything went back together with no problem.

 

Mine are still in the boxes in the basement. Can't wait to get them on. I bought the Corsa Indy's to go with them.

 

:iagree: Do mine also :lol:

:flag :flag :flag

 

our gonna love 'em... :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :yesnod:

 

:thumbs:, as the add says, nothing like a job done yourself :yesnod:
Besides, look at it this way, good way to get new blood, let out some of the old :lol:
Sound is worth it though right :cheers:

 

Now that is probably the understatement of the year. Nothing went together right until you got everything started and things started to snug up. The sound is awesome. I've got one air leak to track down, but should be good to go from there. And for those that want me to do theirs...I will supervise. :jester

 

Anyone have anymore tips? Planning on doing install saturday..cant wait to hear how it sounds with Indys!!!!!

 

Skidmark, a few people have used my instructions thus far and they've worked great. They are on my site below

 

I am doing the exact same thing this Saturday... :thumbs:

good luck
:cheers: