Anyone ever try this? The CL 2.3 exhaust is a 4-2-1 with a cast iron header which has to be better than my stock manifold, and is available aftermarket fairly cheap (similar setup used on some 5th gen Accords and older Odysseys). Problem is the 2-1 headpipe connects to the cat (also different) with a short intermediate pipe with different connections than I have on my 6th gen. It “appears” that the headpipe from a 97-01 Prelude would work, but just going by pics, not actual measurements and these are not as common or cheap as the CL headpipe.

Other possible issues is that the flex joint on the CL is behind the silencer, as opposed to the headpipe, and of course O2 sensor locations are different.

I’m interested in a low dollar bolt-in using factory parts if possible (meaning no aftermarket tube headers), so interested in your thoughts.

Here is a link to a pic of the manifold:
http://www.directauto.com/cate.../1999/

 

No opinions? Am I the only one who wants a better flowing and durable exhaust without spending $600 for a DC sports SS header?

Or, could be that since I'm a noob, I must be a crackpot.

Let me try this again: The 1999 CL (F23A1) and 1997 Accord EX (F22B1) use the same exhaust part numbers, so assume the ex mani would bolt up to my 2000 EX (F23A4) but wondering about the headpipe;
I know the cat connection is different, but would there be any body/chassis/etc. interferences? I can buy a new mani and headpipe for $150 or so, and would only need a custom flex connection to the cat. Result would be cheaper than SS header, durable, quiet and greater perf than my stock exhaust. Just looking for feedback if the mani and headpipe will fit my 6th gen sedan.

Thanks.


Modified by tiktawk at 2:01 PM 7/10/2007


Modified by tiktawk at 2:01 PM 7/10/2007