Hi guys,

I own a 98 Civic EX and noticed recently that i have a cracked header. I've been looking around for a replacement with no luck. Even DC Sports 4-2-1 2pc headers are not available and i've looked everywhere (ebay, craigslist, etc.) for one.

So my question is what are my other options to fix the cracked header. Any input would be appreciated. Or if there is anyone out there that has an OEM header or DC Sports 4-2-1 2pc header that they would like to sell to me would be great too.

 

does your header come with the cat attached to it? if it doesnt i have one

 

This is an emissions warranty item. Take it to your dealer, and they'll most likely replace this no charge.

 

My header is separate from the cat. can you send me a pic and what vehicle it came off of from?

 

Is it still under warranty even though its like a 12 yr old car? I think i would most likely pay for it at the dealership

 

When mine craked on the civic I got a used OEM one off ebay for like 40 bucks shipped. Try it.

 

I looked all over the ebay site and i could not find anything for my year. is there like a shortage on parts for the 98 civics??

 

its a d-series motor. i believe its a y8? if im not mistaken the y8 has a cat built into the header. thats why your having a difficult time finding what you need.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by davefromPA &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">its a d-series motor. i believe its a y8? if im not mistaken the y8 has a cat built into the header. thats why your having a difficult time finding what you need.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Y8 does not have a pre-cat built into the manifold, Y7 does. If the car is an EX, I would think it would have a Y8 engine, any D-series aftermarket header should work.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by davefromPA &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">its a d-series motor. i believe its a y8? if im not mistaken the y8 has a cat built into the header. thats why your having a difficult time finding what you need.</TD></TR></TABLE>

That is false sir.


<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by IanB &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Y8 does not have a pre-cat built into the manifold, Y7 does. If the car is an EX, I would think it would have a Y8 engine, any D-series aftermarket header should work.</TD></TR></TABLE>

This man knows his stuff.

 

I'm not just looking for any aftermarket header, i'm either looking for another OEM header or a DC Sports 4-2-1 2pc header because i won't have any problem with smog test issues cuz i live in CA where there are alot of emission restrictions

 

us get a dc header they look awesome and gives u alil bit of hps with no smog test issues

 

Well I have a OEM header if your interested. Hit me up at-mortification@tmail.com. And it came off my 97 civic ex with a d16y8 like your engine. Hit me up bro I live in Los Angeles.

 

Free at the dealership

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ke98248 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Free at the dealership</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yup, when he said "emissions warranty" he meant that since it's considered a "gross polluter" its a free repair...kinda like those things the government (or whatever) has where you take your car to smog it and if it fails they fix it for free if it's under a certain amount of money. Since it's an OEM header, and it's cracked, they will replace it for free to make it run cleaner...

Oh, and your car is only 10 years old lol...just noticed that...

Welcome to HT!

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ke98248 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Free at the dealership</TD></TR></TABLE>

Wrong.....that would actually depend on how many miles are on his car. If he's under 150,000 then yeah if not he's screwed.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by paulensek &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">us get a dc header they look awesome and gives u alil bit of hps with no smog test issues </TD></TR></TABLE>

do you know who has a used 4-2-1- 2pc DC Sports header or a new one and where i can buy it?

 

how cant you find a header for an ex??? they are everywhere you look lol. ebay for sure if your in a tight spot and need it for inspection lets say in a week or 2 ebay just get a cheap ebay header just for now so you can get through inspection.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mortificationrock &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Well I have a OEM header if your interested. Hit me up at-mortification@tmail.com. And it came off my 97 civic ex with a d16y8 like your engine. Hit me up bro I live in Los Angeles. </TD></TR></TABLE>

I will keep you in mind if i cannot find a DC Sports Header, ok??

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by denraweb &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Yup, when he said "emissions warranty" he meant that since it's considered a "gross polluter" its a free repair...kinda like those things the government (or whatever) has where you take your car to smog it and if it fails they fix it for free if it's under a certain amount of money. Since it's an OEM header, and it's cracked, they will replace it for free to make it run cleaner...

Oh, and your car is only 10 years old lol...just noticed that...

Welcome to HT!</TD></TR></TABLE><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mortificationrock &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Wrong.....that would actually depend on how many miles are on his car. If he's under 150,000 then yeah if not he's screwed.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yeah I'm over 150,000 miles

 

Wouldn't it be worth a try at least. Emissions warranties are covered by the manufacture by law for 10 years. I have not heard of any mileage limits.

Just try!

 

Well from what I know....cuz I've been there done that already. Honda had extended their emission warranty to 15 years or 150,000 miles which ever comes first. In this case he's already over that warrant so they won't consider it. **** im about to hit 150,000 myself. But thank god I got a FTP sensor a ECU,ELD,O2 sensor and a free tune up about 2 months ago. All under warranty. But now im 20 miles to my deadline

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EquipedWithVtec &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how cant you find a header for an ex??? they are everywhere you look lol. ebay for sure if your in a tight spot and need it for inspection lets say in a week or 2 ebay just get a cheap ebay header just for now so you can get through inspection.</TD></TR></TABLE>

see thats where i don't want to spend unnecessary money on non-CARB header and then later pay more for one that is.

rather just do it right the first time

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by thesmogman &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Wouldn't it be worth a try at least. Emissions warranties are covered by the manufacture by law for 10 years. I have not heard of any mileage limits.

Just try!</TD></TR></TABLE>

My car is about 11yrs old, going onto 12. but i'll see with my friends if they know anything else bout this situation

 

at least call the dealership. This is a common problem.

My d16y7 cracked a manifold and I was at 12 years/180,000 miles but I just replaced it myself