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Old 04-26-2013, 09:15 AM
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I would like to know if they help out performance wise or if they just cause a bunch of unnecessary noise. Thanks.
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Basic research shows that bolts on in general on a D series do nothing.

Assuming you have a D series as you have provided us with zero information regarding your set-up.
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+45 WHP
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Default Re: anything special about dc headers?

sorry for the lack of information, but you are correct. I am running a
d16y8 with dc headers and a magnaflow exhaust system.
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Default Re: anything special about dc headers?

A header is a supporting mod. By itself, even with a tune, you might see a 5-7 bhp gain, maybe. It also looks a hell of a lot better under the hood. The benefit to the specific DC header is the CARB stamp. If you don't need a CARB stamp, a header is a header.
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Default Re: anything special about dc headers?

Originally Posted by jbpnoman
If you don't need a CARB stamp, a header is a header.
^I agree, however you must also consider build/material quality when making a purchase.
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Originally Posted by Schister66
^I agree, however you must also consider build/material quality when making a purchase.
+1... and fitment.

But in essance. A pipe.......... is a pipe.
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For a D-series? Not so much.
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Thanks for the info
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Default Re: anything special about dc headers?

dont get the DC ceramic 2piece header the welds tend to crack or rust away..
2 sets 2 different motors d15/b18 i here nothing bad about DC 1piece..
just my experience.
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