which headers to use?
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Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Northridge southern california
which headers to use?
i would like some opinions on which headers make the most hp for the c6.
LG, Kooks, Dynatec, ect. so far i have heard that the LG's are going to make the most hp. i also heard that the dynatec will burn down my car. (catch it on fire)
LG, Kooks, Dynatec, ect. so far i have heard that the LG's are going to make the most hp. i also heard that the dynatec will burn down my car. (catch it on fire)
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2001
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From: NY-South Florida
I have installed three sets of Kooks LT w/high flow cats. All three cars picked up between 25-30 RWHP with the same in torque. Don't waste your time with anyone else's. If it ain't broken don't fix it!
There quality is spot on and the installation is clean.
There quality is spot on and the installation is clean.
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Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Louisville Kentucky
I have Dynatech SuperMaxx headers on my 6-speed C6. They have caused me no problems and I like them in all respects. I have heard many good things about Kooks, too. I think that the best way to pick a header is to research them, ask people about them, as you have and then pick a recommended one that you can have installed by an installer in which you have confidence. You need a good header and a good installation.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2001
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From: NY-South Florida
Originally Posted by DRLC5
After header and hi flow cats do you have to get your car tuned?
Whatever you decided...hurry up! One of the best bolt on upgrade out there.
Racer
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Originally Posted by DRLC5
After header and hi flow cats do you have to get your car tuned?
I picked up 45 rwhp with Kooks, tuning, low temp thermostst and Magnaflows.( I don't think the Magnaflows gave me any hp ) 345 rwhp to 390 rwhp. Made a big difference.
Melting Slicks
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From: Orange, CT
I have the Dynatech Supermaxx headers installed three weeks ago and love them. Absolutely no issues what so ever. There were three cases total of engine fire which was linked directly to improper installation, with the mechanics/ buyers letting the clutch line rest on the header itself... 
I have heard many say that the supermaxx are almost identical to the LG. I was planning on the LG's myself but there was a 4-6 week backorder everywhere so I looked around and found Dynatech's the most appealing. They also have fantastic customer service/support
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I have heard many say that the supermaxx are almost identical to the LG. I was planning on the LG's myself but there was a 4-6 week backorder everywhere so I looked around and found Dynatech's the most appealing. They also have fantastic customer service/support
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Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Whidbey Island WA
Originally Posted by turbo_tom
I have the Dynatech Supermaxx headers installed three weeks ago and love them. Absolutely no issues what so ever. There were three cases total of engine fire which was linked directly to improper installation, with the mechanics/ buyers letting the clutch line rest on the header itself...
I have heard many say that the supermaxx are almost identical to the LG. I was planning on the LG's myself but there was a 4-6 week backorder everywhere so I looked around and found Dynatech's the most appealing. They also have fantastic customer service/support
...
I have heard many say that the supermaxx are almost identical to the LG. I was planning on the LG's myself but there was a 4-6 week backorder everywhere so I looked around and found Dynatech's the most appealing. They also have fantastic customer service/support
...
Pro
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Newburgh Indiana
I have posted several times that my car had one of the problems with the clutch line burning through with the Dynatech Headers. Luckily for me, I live only about 5 miles from the Dynatech Headquaters. My car was taken to the Dynatech shop and was used to fit the 6 Speed headers and make any issue corrected. I have seen the prodution of this system and can say they are a quality product. I am sympathetic to the other few people that experienced the problem.......my car was gone for 4 weeks and I have every reason to be bitter about the situation. I am just glad that I could help correct the problem.
