Which headers to pair with Borla ATAK catback?
5/21/11, 05:31 PM
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Which headers to pair with Borla ATAK catback?
I am currently installing my Borla ATAK catback exhaust system and I was wondering which headers I should pair it with... I have heard good things about American Racing headers on the 5.0's; any other suggestions (kooks, bbk, jba)? Also, what are the specifics to the fit of headers to the X-pipe that came with the Borla system? Forgive my ignorance; this is all new to me. Thanks!
5/21/11, 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by mystickeith50
I have arh's and they are unbelievable with sound, look and quality. The Lt's will come with their own x pipe. U won't be able to use yours.
5/21/11, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by mystickeith50
Unless I'm mistaken any Lt's u get, u will need a dif x pipe. It will be half the length.
5/22/11, 10:09 AM
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if your borla midpipe has the same flared ends as the stock hpipe and it is in the same location (which i believe are both the same), you need these JPCRacing headers if you want to keep what you already have and just add the headers. looks like they are on sale too.
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5/22/11, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by m4reapr
if your borla midpipe has the same flared ends as the stock hpipe and it is in the same location (which i believe are both the same), you need these JPCRacing headers if you want to keep what you already have and just add the headers. looks like they are on sale too.
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5/22/11, 11:50 AM
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they made 422 hp with their proprietary headers, offroad-x, catback and axlebacks which also included a JLT intake and a corresponding tune
the power they made is right in line with the other mfg's you listed but their car is an automatic which usually show to produce less whp than the manuals
i only pointed them out to you since you already have a catback and going with any other brand would require ditching the catback, using stock catback and buying the midpipe that goes with whatever headers you choose
they have a thread on another forum (not sure if i should list name, ok or not?) but you have to reg. to see it
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5/22/11, 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by m4reapr
no, not personally but they have a very quick 2011 and are considered a very reputable shop in the Mustang community = no B.S.
they made 422 hp with their proprietary headers, offroad-x, catback and axlebacks which also included a JLT intake and a corresponding tune
the power they made is right in line with the other mfg's you listed but their car is an automatic which usually show to produce less whp than the manuals
i only pointed them out to you since you already have a catback and going with any other brand would require ditching the catback, using stock catback and buying the midpipe that goes with whatever headers you choose
they have a thread on another forum (not sure if i should list name, ok or not?) but you have to reg. to see it
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I am currently installing my Borla ATAK catback exhaust system and I was wondering which headers I should pair it with... I have heard good things about American Racing headers on the 5.0's; any other suggestions (kooks, bbk, jba)? Also, what are the specifics to the fit of headers to the X-pipe that came with the Borla system? Forgive my ignorance; this is all new to me. Thanks!
first of all, good choice on the borla ATAK system! sounds so sexy. second, if youre going with one of their exhaust systems, then why not look into their XR-1 full length headers? theyre available for the 2011+ mustang.
8/1/11, 04:57 PM
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I have been looking at those lately... I was just unsure as to their legality... Either way I have to wait a little now because just dropped all my fun $ on the boss mani and CAI... Can't wait til the day comes!
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lol i completly understand the blowing your fun $. in terms of the XR-1 legality, theyre 50 state legal, borla just says theyre meant for off-road use meaning track and drag racing but if you use them on a daily driver, youre gonna be just fine. and if a cop decides to pull you over, its probably cause your car sounds amazing. hows the boss intake treating you? ive heard nothing but good things.
8/1/11, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackMamba03
lol i completly understand the blowing your fun $. in terms of the XR-1 legality, theyre 50 state legal, borla just says theyre meant for off-road use meaning track and drag racing but if you use them on a daily driver, youre gonna be just fine. and if a cop decides to pull you over, its probably cause your car sounds amazing. hows the boss intake treating you? ive heard nothing but good things.
8/1/11, 08:03 PM
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umm ya the high RPM performance on the 5.0 blows my mind and im sure its even more amazing with your set up. ive already offered my advice on headers. if youre not feeling the borla ones then id go with either kooks or american racing. for the short throw, id go with either the steeda short throw or the brand new hurst short throw (taking pre-orders now). if you go with steeda, make sure and get the new mounting bracket otherwise the stock bracket will start to wobble and cause problems. and if you decide not to go with either of those, check out MGW. their brand new COMPLETE short throw shifter system should be released soon. keep me posted!
8/5/11, 12:56 AM
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just pointing this out for any Californians wanting to do Longtubes
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