trying to get my vette oil pan put on and I am wondering if I should just put the headers on? If so, what type?? looking for stainless and probably should wrap them, whats the benefits of putting on headers? Is it worth it for horsepower, or just the great exhaust sound?
Michael
I have installed Stainless Works headers as well as Kooks on Rs. Both sound great; I would give the ease of installation to Stainless Works and sound edge to Kooks.
I personally never consider wrapping them; if you are that concerned about heat, have them coated.
Horse Power: You could expect to see about 15rwhp with headers and 20/25rwhp if splitting the y-pipe into dual pipes.
Is it worth it for the minor improved performance and sound; I would do it again and again.
Here's the catch; when increasing exhaust throughput you should also consider a new tune. More air typically results in a (slightly) leaner air/fuel ratio; nothing overly dangerous but no one wants to run lean.
The good news is that if you haven't had a performance tune before, the headers/exhaust and tune could get you 30+rwhp (but at a price).