Headers?
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Headers?
Hey Guys I want to know your honest opinion on headers...
Are they really worth it, do they make significant gains, does it make the car a whole lot louder or not really?
What about brand and whether or not its EL or UEL? I have been looking at getting one for my sti but I want to see what everyone thinks of them before I make the purchase.
Also any recommendations?
Thanks for the help...
Are they really worth it, do they make significant gains, does it make the car a whole lot louder or not really?
What about brand and whether or not its EL or UEL? I have been looking at getting one for my sti but I want to see what everyone thinks of them before I make the purchase.
Also any recommendations?
Thanks for the help...
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EL headers are good for ~20 - 30 points more in torque.
UEL headers are mostly a waste of time/money/effort.
You're going to hear that EL "take away that boxer rumble."
If anything, the exhaust tends to be quieter on EL than stock.
UEL headers are mostly a waste of time/money/effort.
You're going to hear that EL "take away that boxer rumble."
If anything, the exhaust tends to be quieter on EL than stock.
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Most rub the space frame thingy on the Impreza chassis.
The price per whp/wtq gained is prohibitive; the $$ is better used on other mods.
My opinion is based on experience & science!
The price per whp/wtq gained is prohibitive; the $$ is better used on other mods.
My opinion is based on experience & science!
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really, I think that is what makes the uppipe so nice, it's a 3 flangs as you know. I really think that work best to stop leeks, I have had mine on for close to 5k and I have not had a issue with it.
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Unless you plan in advance...and who really plans...you're screwed.
And the best way to stop leaks is not to re-use used gaskets.