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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 05:34 AM
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Have been thinking about adding a set of long tube headers with hf cats. I found Obx systems for we'll under a thousand and would like to get some opions from someone who has them.
Just could not hit the buy button without knowing a little more about them,,thanks
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Try the search menu, lots of current threads on this subject. Depending on your goals and pocket book read the Hooker Blackheart thread LT vs ST. Some swear by the LT headers but myself and several others went with the ST. As far as the OBX systems I have heard they are a great value but can't comment on the fit. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Eric06c6
Have been thinking about adding a set of long tube headers with hf cats. I found Obx systems for we'll under a thousand and would like to get some opions from someone who has them.
Just could not hit the buy button without knowing a little more about them,,thanks
I've been running them for 6 years.high quality product,perfect fit,great price and make as much power as anything out there
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 08:59 AM
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Thanks for the reply,,,have read a few other forum post about them and every seems to have good reviews.
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have had them for about 7 years, fit was perfect, quality is great, power was great, just as much power as a set costing 2x as much.
No issues at all with them.
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 11:14 AM
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Nothing bad to say but consider what comes with them as some of the additional items needed are expensive such as
02 extensions
tube clamps
hard ware such as fasteners
gaskets
They add up fast $$$$
Good luck
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 11:59 AM
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Have you considered Billy Boat Long Tubes? They are under $1K.


https://www.southerncarparts.com/cor...ers-p-462.html
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Old Sep 12, 2017 | 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by itomh
Have you considered Billy Boat Long Tubes? They are under $1K.
I am pretty sure that is just for the headers themselves. It does not come with the X-pipe and cats (+$700).

OBX headers come with everything for under $1k.
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I bought the OBX Cat back system from ebay and it included all mounting hardware. Installers said it fit perfectly. Nice sound. I've since installed LG Long tube headers and X pipe, but the OBX mufflers to the tail pipes are still on it. Great combination for sound and power.
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Has anyone found the complete catted system for the Ls3 lately though??
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Has anyone found the complete catted system for the Ls3 lately though??
From who ??
I did but it was another maker and it included EVERYTHING needed
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From who ??
I did but it was another maker and it included EVERYTHING needed
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Did you get lost? The subject was OBX header systems, lol. I actually went on their website, but could not find their header system for an LS3. They listed one for an LS2 (not sure if it's the same as for an LS3), and of course the ones listed on Ebay for the LS7.
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been running a set for almost 3 years. just make sure you use the factory exhaust manifold gasket. The ones that comes with the kit leaked on mine. fit was very good
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had mine put on about a year ago catless on my ls3 . Had no problems actually preffered their sound over my buddies TSP headers. with open npp mufflers
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Originally Posted by unclecookie
Did you get lost? The subject was OBX header systems, lol. I actually went on their website, but could not find their header system for an LS3. They listed one for an LS2 (not sure if it's the same as for an LS3), and of course the ones listed on Ebay for the LS7.
I'm wondering if the Ls2 package would fit the LS3? From my research it looks like maybe yes. Sorry I'll stop hijacking your thread
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Originally Posted by d.medic
I'm wondering if the Ls2 package would fit the LS3? From my research it looks like maybe yes. Sorry I'll stop hijacking your thread
Yeah I'm wondering the same thing.
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Originally Posted by d.medic
I'm wondering if the Ls2 package would fit the LS3? From my research it looks like maybe yes. Sorry I'll stop hijacking your thread
the LS2 package will fit an 08 LS3.I believe things changed in the 09 over the axle pipe and you may have to modify to fit
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So much for the obx headers,recived a email from obx thru amazon saying they are out of stock and please cancel the order. They offered to substitute with maxiimise brand but I canceled and will keep looking.
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Originally Posted by Eric06c6
So much for the obx headers,recived a email from obx thru amazon saying they are out of stock and please cancel the order. They offered to substitute with maxiimise brand but I canceled and will keep looking.


I believe they are the same company. Did you look into the Hooker BlackHeart line?
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Originally Posted by Eric06c6
So much for the obx headers,recived a email from obx thru amazon saying they are out of stock and please cancel the order. They offered to substitute with maxiimise brand but I canceled and will keep looking.
That stinks
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