Which Header????????
Burning Brakes
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I should have posted this here, but I had PMed it and forgotten.
The gains and differences between both after tuning is most likely negligible. Not sure, though.
Redline also compared the ARH 1-3/4" to the 1-7/8" and then to the Kooks 1-7/8" on a stock C7. That was a better indicator for most people than cam testing.
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The gains and differences between both after tuning is most likely negligible. Not sure, though.
Redline also compared the ARH 1-3/4" to the 1-7/8" and then to the Kooks 1-7/8" on a stock C7. That was a better indicator for most people than cam testing.
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Burning Brakes
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I've been nothing but impressed with the customer service, product, and quality of ARH headers. The fact that they make killer power is a nice bonus too.
I can text Steve@ARH and get a response back ASAP. Greato deal with. Nick the owner is great too. Plus american made with american sourced parts.
I can text Steve@ARH and get a response back ASAP. Greato deal with. Nick the owner is great too. Plus american made with american sourced parts.
Thx
John
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apologize for resurrecting an old thread, but it seemed better than a new one. ive been doing my research on headers and it certainly seems that arh is the favorite of the board. but they are also close to a grand more than everyone else it seems. im a little surprised I haven't found mention of price in any of these comparisons and why I hesitate to bring it up now but... Im all for spending more to get the best, but the texas speed post from earlier today displaying beautifully crafted headers for almost 1000 less than arh has me scratching my head. so am I missing something? or is the quality, customer service, and marginal power gains of arh over all others really worth that much more?
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At this point I will never choose another header company other than ARH. Their customer service is the best in the business and products are second to none. Period. /thread. 
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apologize for resurrecting an old thread, but it seemed better than a new one. ive been doing my research on headers and it certainly seems that arh is the favorite of the board. but they are also close to a grand more than everyone else it seems. im a little surprised I haven't found mention of price in any of these comparisons and why I hesitate to bring it up now but... Im all for spending more to get the best, but the texas speed post from earlier today displaying beautifully crafted headers for almost 1000 less than arh has me scratching my head. so am I missing something? or is the quality, customer service, and marginal power gains of arh over all others really worth that much more?
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We have some great deals on Kooks if you call us @ 443-730-9428. They fit great, make good power, and have had awesome feedback!
http://marylandspeed.com/headers-c-2102_2108.html
http://marylandspeed.com/headers-c-2102_2108.html
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We make our own headers for the C7 and here is a link to the lashway motorsports independent review they did on them.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...7-headers.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...7-headers.html
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I really appreciate all those that give ARH their vote of confidence. We've worked incredibly hard to earn your respect and will continue to be in the forefront of header design and provide the customer service to back it up.
Another interesting development for those for whom this matters, in June 2014 we were awarded a 100% Made In USA certification after a three month independent audit was conducted. In fact there were 4 separate certs awarded, one for each one of the major domestic manufactures and the last for all other systems produced including Mercedes. Presently we are the ONLY manufacturer of performance parts to go thru this process and we're incredibly proud of that fact. We're also incredibly grateful for those that believe in ARH and what we've accomplished in less than 10 years. Hats off to you!
Nick
A.R. Headers
Another interesting development for those for whom this matters, in June 2014 we were awarded a 100% Made In USA certification after a three month independent audit was conducted. In fact there were 4 separate certs awarded, one for each one of the major domestic manufactures and the last for all other systems produced including Mercedes. Presently we are the ONLY manufacturer of performance parts to go thru this process and we're incredibly proud of that fact. We're also incredibly grateful for those that believe in ARH and what we've accomplished in less than 10 years. Hats off to you!
Nick
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Anyone looking for headers for their C7 should take a look at the Texas Speed 1 7/8" long tube system. After making several different designs we decided on a version that I'm very proud of & that has been dyno tested on the very same car next to several major manufacturers headers.
1 7/8" primaries with 2" currently in production
304 polished stainless
3" x pipe
Cat Version In Production
Merge style collector
Velocity spike
We're currently running a GP on the complete TSP header & 3" x pipe system for only $850!! When you open the box if your not completely happy with the headers your welcome to send them back. Anyone who's seen these headers so far has been blown away by the quality especially after seeing how much some places are charging for C7 systems currently.
The $850 price is only for a very short time though....
http://www.texas-speed.com/p-4408-te...ad-x-pipe.aspx
1 7/8" primaries with 2" currently in production
304 polished stainless
3" x pipe
Cat Version In Production
Merge style collector
Velocity spike
We're currently running a GP on the complete TSP header & 3" x pipe system for only $850!! When you open the box if your not completely happy with the headers your welcome to send them back. Anyone who's seen these headers so far has been blown away by the quality especially after seeing how much some places are charging for C7 systems currently.
The $850 price is only for a very short time though....
http://www.texas-speed.com/p-4408-te...ad-x-pipe.aspx
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Had both primarys on other cars! The 2 1/2 vs 3 inch x pipe is another factor. 
ON the 427 it's 1 7/8's all the way! 377 or the 6.2 results vary!
Burning Brakes
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From: Beaumont Tx
Anyone looking for headers for their C7 should take a look at the Texas Speed 1 7/8" long tube system. After making several different designs we decided on a version that I'm very proud of & that has been dyno tested on the very same car next to several major manufacturers headers.
1 7/8" primaries with 2" currently in production
304 polished stainless
3" x pipe
Cat Version In Production
Merge style collector
Velocity spike
We're currently running a GP on the complete TSP header & 3" x pipe system for only $850!! When you open the box if your not completely happy with the headers your welcome to send them back. Anyone who's seen these headers so far has been blown away by the quality especially after seeing how much some places are charging for C7 systems currently.
The $850 price is only for a very short time though....
http://www.texas-speed.com/p-4408-te...ad-x-pipe.aspx
1 7/8" primaries with 2" currently in production
304 polished stainless
3" x pipe
Cat Version In Production
Merge style collector
Velocity spike
We're currently running a GP on the complete TSP header & 3" x pipe system for only $850!! When you open the box if your not completely happy with the headers your welcome to send them back. Anyone who's seen these headers so far has been blown away by the quality especially after seeing how much some places are charging for C7 systems currently.
The $850 price is only for a very short time though....
http://www.texas-speed.com/p-4408-te...ad-x-pipe.aspx
Burning Brakes
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From: Beaumont Tx