09-28-2014, 10:43 PM | #1 |
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Headers vs Exhaust
Im still learning about cars.
Can anyone explain the difference between upgrading headers and upgrading the exhaust?? |
09-29-2014, 03:14 PM | #2 |
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I did a little research and it seems to me that the real horsepower gain is in upgrading the headers with a long tube system.
Upgrading the exhaust is more for sound rather then power. I cant really find anything stating that exhaust increases power, but expelling the exhaust from the engine with the headers does increase power |
09-29-2014, 10:09 PM | #3 |
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Save your money and put it towards a supercharger.
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09-30-2014, 06:15 AM | #4 |
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From my research, you appear to get more power from headers. It seems the stock exhaust is very efficient, as no kit I've seen can claim more than a honest 5-7 hp gain (which is within the margin of error on most dynos!). However, long tube header generally give you the power at the top end, rarely to never seen except on a track. Shorty or mid headers will generally give you the power in the mid range, where you'll see it more often.
Smarter money appears to be spending on a cold air intake. From what I've seen, you can potentially see 15-20 hp, usually peaking in the mid range, for $400 - $500. More power, better throttle response, less money. Looks like a win to me. Of course, if you want enough power to actually feel, as Zimm888 says, get a supercharger!
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09-30-2014, 04:01 PM | #5 | |
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Long tube apparently helps the exhaust fumes flow at the same pace. So its better if you can fit it all in. I only have a v6, and I dont wanna pay 6 grand for a super charger quite yet. But BBK headers are 600 and ill see around 30 horsepower gain. |
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