If I've got a type-s header, is there any reason to switch to a mugen/SMSP or even something like a DC?

i guess I'm asking - how does the type-s compare?

 

get a rmf

 

It depends on what your goal are. If you want the maximum power and are getting cams, p&p, high compression pistons then you really need to get a good header like DTR, Hytech, RMF or SMSP. These manufacturers all make headers that will allow you to bolt on some good horsepower (10-20). I personally recommend SMSP.

http://sms-products.com/

Headers are a highly debated issue in the Prelude forum. Everybody has their personal favorite and opinion. The bottom line is that all 4 of the headers listed above are excellent quality and worth every dollar.

As to how the type S compares... I don't know. It is still a stock header for type S cars.

 

I'm asking because I'm swapping the type-s motor, and wondering if while I have the engine still out of the bay if I should get a header, or just run the JDM Type-S since it's built by honda for the engine and has a pretty good design.

 

If you have the money and want the power, get a good aftermarket header. Im not sure a DC will be better than what you have. Have you considered modifying the collector and going with a 2.5" exhaust system? Do you have a hi flo cat?

 

I've already got an Apex'i catback

 

I isnt the collecter on the type S header bigger anyway ?

 

http://asia.vtec.net/beystock/honda/preludes/

 

nice job sir

 

the type S header just has an oval shaped pipe instead of a circle shape pipe running down the header.

this supposedly allows the air to flow better or so.

but they are still too small for a mild built engine and the gains are only like a couple HP if not less, than stock

 

all JDM engine with 200 h pand 220 hp have the header from the accrod type-r and a shorter cat thats the reason why you have to mod the collctor or cat when you replace the header