What do you gain with longtube headers?
7/25/12, 09:37 AM
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What do you gain with longtube headers?
Since I am looking into getting a Steeda CAI, cam tune and 2 other tunes, resonator delete with OTA pipe and a high flow catted X-pipe I am wondering if I should go ahead and do the whole thing and get long tube headers.
If so, is there an all inclusive system that would have the LTs, high flow catted x-pipe and resonator delete with OTA to my Roush ABs?
And would that setup be pretty evil sounding?
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Chris
If so, is there an all inclusive system that would have the LTs, high flow catted x-pipe and resonator delete with OTA to my Roush ABs?
And would that setup be pretty evil sounding?
Thanks,
Chris
7/25/12, 09:45 AM
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Long tube headers would require a new x pipe, is money a factor? Is catless an option? Typical gains of longtubes with a catless mid pipe are ~25-35hp, while doing just a catless Midpipe yields 15-20hp gains. The reason why is because we have a pretty good header design from the factory, most people stay away from longtubes with the 5.0 because you don't get much bang for the buck, and it is a pain in the but to install! The sound of longtubes is still incredible, so if money isn't a thing, go for it and I'd recommend having a shop do it as it will at least take 6+ hours IF you're lucky
7/25/12, 10:12 AM
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Since I am looking into getting a Steeda CAI, cam tune and 2 other tunes, resonator delete with OTA pipe and a high flow catted X-pipe I am wondering if I should go ahead and do the whole thing and get long tube headers.
If so, is there an all inclusive system that would have the LTs, high flow catted x-pipe and resonator delete with OTA to my Roush ABs?
And would that setup be pretty evil sounding?
Thanks,
Chris
If so, is there an all inclusive system that would have the LTs, high flow catted x-pipe and resonator delete with OTA to my Roush ABs?
And would that setup be pretty evil sounding?
Thanks,
Chris
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
7/25/12, 10:30 AM
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LTs paired up with the other exhaust stuff would give you some nice HP gains and would make your car LOUD! My car with a similar set-up Dyno'd 421/400 at the wheels (SAE/Smoothing5) in hot Texas summer. I would 100% recommend getting LTs if you have the money, well worth it.
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrM7Ea1KSQs
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrM7Ea1KSQs
7/25/12, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Planeswalker
LTs paired up with the other exhaust stuff would give you some nice HP gains and would make your car LOUD! My car with a similar set-up Dyno'd 421/400 at the wheels (SAE/Smoothing5) in hot Texas summer. I would 100% recommend getting LTs if you have the money, well worth it.
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrM7Ea1KSQs
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LTs paired up with the other exhaust stuff would give you some nice HP gains and would make your car LOUD! My car with a similar set-up Dyno'd 421/400 at the wheels (SAE/Smoothing5) in hot Texas summer. I would 100% recommend getting LTs if you have the money, well worth it.
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrM7Ea1KSQs
There is a few brands that have full systems, you can check American Muscle to see which one you like. Think all of them are 3" systems that don't get smaller in places like the stock system.
Would it sound evil? That is an understatement!! My 2006 GT has HF cats, SLP X-pipe, and SLP A/Bs and my 2011 makes it sound like a Prius. I'll link a video I have of it, but the video just can't do any justice to how it sounds and how loud it is. I'll do some drive by and normal launch videos later this week if ya want.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrM7Ea1KSQs
The sound was the main reason. I went from 358rwhp to 420rwhp/400tq.
7/25/12, 04:59 PM
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Grifftech, when I get my LT's they will be stainless works, I have seen many videos and they sound great, not to mention all of the R&D they put into their products as well as the fit and finish is top notch. If you're interested in these let me know, I can hook you up with a guy that has the absolute best prices on the in the U.S.
7/25/12, 06:33 PM
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Grifftech, when I get my LT's they will be stainless works, I have seen many videos and they sound great, not to mention all of the R&D they put into their products as well as the fit and finish is top notch. If you're interested in these let me know, I can hook you up with a guy that has the absolute best prices on the in the U.S.
7/25/12, 06:43 PM
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If I were to get LTs with x-pipe will they the connect up to the factory exhaust from there on back? Most of these I see say 3" pipe, but isn't the stock pipe like 2.75"?
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Originally Posted by Grifftech
If I were to get LTs with x-pipe will they the connect up to the factory exhaust from there on back? Most of these I see say 3" pipe, but isn't the stock pipe like 2.75"?
7/25/12, 08:20 PM
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To my knowledge, all the standard xpipes will hook up to the stock over axle pipes. Most all exhaust manufacturers create their connections to be 2.75" so that they will hook up to stock connections
7/25/12, 08:40 PM
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http://s1133.photobucket.com/albums/...nt=TheDyno.mp4
Mods are SLP ceramic coated long tube headers w/high flow cats and X-pipe,
Steeda cold air intake and 170 degree thermostat.
The results at the dyno were 413 rwhp and 389 rwtq.
We got 487 at the engine.
93 tune
Mods are SLP ceramic coated long tube headers w/high flow cats and X-pipe,
Steeda cold air intake and 170 degree thermostat.
The results at the dyno were 413 rwhp and 389 rwtq.
We got 487 at the engine.
93 tune
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7/25/12, 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverSkoundrel
People's necks begin to hurt from all the violent head twisting when they turn to see wtf all the racket is 
haha
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7/26/12, 06:59 AM
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Grifftech, when I get my LT's they will be stainless works, I have seen many videos and they sound great, not to mention all of the R&D they put into their products as well as the fit and finish is top notch. If you're interested in these let me know, I can hook you up with a guy that has the absolute best prices on the in the U.S.
The money I sent to replacement header was refunded, but I still ate another $400 in labor. And was without a car for two weeks while I waited for the header and could have it installed.
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7/26/12, 09:48 AM
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Is SW's R&D great? Not if your one of the guinea pigs. In January I had my SW headers installed, The passenger side hit the fender and lower control arm. I called SW and they said Yes we know we have a fitment problem. S&W ask for me to send them $$ before they would send out a new passenger side header. SW would not cover one dime on labor for the removal and reinstall.
The money I sent to replacement header was refunded, but I still ate another $400 in labor. And was without a car for two weeks while I waited for the header and could have it installed.
The money I sent to replacement header was refunded, but I still ate another $400 in labor. And was without a car for two weeks while I waited for the header and could have it installed.