hey guys i ordered a set of HS headers from SouthWest and it will be about 2-3 weeks before i get them. so my question is how many of you have installed you headers on your own and how hard is it. i dont think it is some thing i cant handle but it might take longer than i have i dont have alot of free time between work and school and have the money to get them installed if i have to so is it worth it to pay some one? thanks

 

yes, have a mechanic do it. Why kill your day, and potentially screw up your car? I figure the 300ish you spend,it worth it.

If you are lucky enough to have someone like Jeff from maximum tuning do it, the price alone isn't a consideration, because your guarunteed a perfect install.

 

header installs can be a real pain in the a$$. only DIY if you have plenty of free time on your hands and the proper tools.

 

I've heard people having to lift their engines up a little to put these on. I wouldn't recommend doing this at home.

 

the nissan service dept did mine. (4th Gen -cattman headers) paperwork said 5 hours/290 dollars.

 

maybe lifting the car but who lifted the engine just to install headers? That person definately doesn't need to be installing headers. You will need long extentions, swivel sockets and tough hands to tackle the job. The heat shields are a major PITA. I left to job to one of my buddies to do b/c Im to impatient.

Matt

 

thanks for the info i think i will have them pro. installed. how much pawer did you guys see form the headers?

 

just out of curiosity, will the radiator have to be drained and removed in order to intall the headers?

 

I am your local installer.

 

The radiator can be left alone.

 

PM SR20DEN for the cheapest install price. Its about an hour or so drive to charlotte but its worth the savings from what a shop would charge for the install.

Matt

 

SR20DEN how long will it take? could you do it on a sat. ? also is it ok if i send you an email about the price? dont the 02 sensors hove to be moved can you do that? thanks

 

Yes I usually do those jobs on the weekend and it's a turn key operation. You drop off your car at the shop and I do everything that is required including welding the new O2 bungs and extending the secondary O2 sensors. The process from start to finish usually takes me about 6-8 hours.

You also have a PM.

 

sounds good to me i will let you know when i get them and we can set up a weekend that is good for you to do them. thanks man

I was also wondering what kind of gains you think i might see from this?

 

More than all the other bolt ons available combined

 

Blu might be able to answer that better by showing you his dyno charts. My charts aren't realistic of just adding headers and if I show them here they might confuse the issue.

 

Blu can you post your dyno charts? sr20den why are yours not realistic?

 

I said not realistic of JUST headers.

 

Green: Y pipe, B pipe, UDP, GAB, HKS rear
Red and Blue: HS headers, UDP, GAB, B pipe, stock muffler

 

You could drive up to clemson and I could help you. I have never done the HS headers but have done several engine swaps and such. I will be getting the HS headers in like a month, so I will need some practice. hehe

 

sr20den you have a shop of your own is it pesonal or a buisness? also what all do you have done and can you post your dynos? thanks

Bulldawg do you ever come to columbia? look me up some time we go to the track alot would be cool to see some more maximas.

 

which track do you go to? You should come to Battle of the Imports at Rockingham this Sunday. Its a huge money race with some big names. Hopefully I can gain another bracket title

 

It's the shop where I work, we do German cars such as Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, Volvo, Volkswagon and mostly BMW. I have full access to it after hours.

My dyno charts are posted in the dyno section.

 

When I saw Blu's dyno I was a little disappointed with the top end increase (6k+) but then I read the mod list. That is power increased over a y-pipe! 18.5whp and plenty of torque too based on the low end readings. I cannot wait to get these.

 

SR20DEN you would have to do the install during the night?

 

Si .

What night?

 

I go to Charleston about once a month, in which i travel through columbia. I never really stop in though.

Me and my friends go down to commerce quite a bit, What track do you go to?...Either send me an email or call and I will prolly go with you guys if the track you go to isn't too far.

email for phone #

 

Hey Hey!! That's a good thing, what else can you do.......i'm gonna need some assist.....

 

This is gonna turn into a North and South Kakalaky thread!!

 

You don't need to, but it does help..

 

did you pick up that 6 speed you were looking at?

 

Bulldawg we go to darlington and Jakcson(carolinadragway). i will shot you an email next time we go i will say it should be about 3-4 weeks that will give me time to get the headers put on.

 

sr20den how would we work droping the car off? what would the time frame be and is it ok if i decide i would like to stay and watch or maybe help?