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Old Aug 11, 2003 | 05:00 PM
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Anyone with SLP headers?

Thinking of getting some. How do you like them?

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Old Aug 11, 2003 | 06:01 PM
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I have shorties i think their one of the best out there.They fit great just make sure you route your wires away from them.





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Old Aug 11, 2003 | 06:09 PM
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i like mine. Plugs aren't much better than stock. You need to go single cats if you want to make any power with them. I assume emissions isn't a issue since you are going 383.
Old Aug 11, 2003 | 06:12 PM
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The ones made for the dual-cat cars are a little different then the ones made for the single-cat cars, and from what I have heard on this board, the headers for the 96-97 Z28s aren't worth the price SLP asks for them. Using the single-cat ones on your 97 would be the way to go. I have the dual-cat design headers, and honestly, I didn't feel a huge improvement after installing them. I have ported heads and a cam though, so I guess something is better than nothing. If I were to do it over though, I would buy the Hooker Long tubes. Good luck.
Old Aug 11, 2003 | 06:15 PM
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Either get the 94-95 style SLP single cat headers(I have them, they rock) or get long tubes. From what I have heard on here I would not bother with the dual cat shorties. I gained about 2mph in the 1/8 with SLP headers and off road Y pipe.

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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 01:38 AM
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How was the install?
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 07:55 AM
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i have the 94-95 style on mine. i like them, plus it got rid of the crap they call a better flowing dual cat setup

install was a lil PITA but it was worth it
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 07:57 AM
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They are absolutely fantastic. I was VERY impressed.
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 07:58 AM
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Install was a pain, but it's just something you have to do. I had to remove the starter, alternator, oil filter, steering shaft etc. but didn't have to jack up the motor, so that was ok.

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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 08:14 AM
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Originally posted by FastZinTennessee
Either get the 94-95 style SLP single cat headers(I have them, they rock) or get long tubes. From what I have heard on here I would not bother with the dual cat shorties. I gained about 2mph in the 1/8 with SLP headers and off road Y pipe.

John
How is your plug access?
And are yours coated or stainless steel, if they are stainless steel how well did they hold up?

I am just curious.
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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 08:35 AM
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How is your plug access?
And are yours coated or stainless steel, if they are stainless steel how well did they hold up?

I am just curious.
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Claude
I've got 94/95's uncoated, yes they are stainless steel. Plug access is ok, not the best compared to other shorty headers like Macs but not too bad. I change all my plugs with them in about 2hrs. Mine have been in for 10K miles now, they just have some mild surface rust/discoloration. I was very happy with the gains I saw from them, nice SOTP feel, 2mph & 2/10 in the 1/4.
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 09:49 AM
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I've got 94/95's uncoated, yes they are stainless steel. Plug access is ok, not the best compared to other shorty headers like Macs but not too bad. I change all my plugs with them in about 2hrs. Mine have been in for 10K miles now, they just have some mild surface rust/discoloration. I was very happy with the gains I saw from them, nice SOTP feel, 2mph & 2/10 in the 1/4.
Cool good to know, Thanks!
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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 09:54 AM
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I love mine too, my friend switched his Hooker long tubes for these
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 10:43 AM
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I have the 94-95 design and they have been problem free for almost 5 years. Plug access on a few like #5 & #6 is difficult. I'd recommend them.
Old Aug 12, 2003 | 11:39 AM
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plug access if good. i can change my plugs in 30-40 minutes (depends on the beer breaks)



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