DC Sports header installed and dyno result!
05-02-2005, 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackAc036
After reading thru this entire Post about the DC header I will never buy a DC product again. It seems to me that the reason why the header is such a bang for the buck is due to the fact that it is poorly made and designed. I agree it has something to do with the metal used, but anyone willing to actually buy a header or any other part made by DC after reading all these complaints is mentally ill. My friend, who baught the COMPTECH header, has had no problems at all and raves about the immeadeate power as he accelerates. I can't understand why one would go through the trouble... DC is permenantly taken of my buy list----> FOREVER!
02-01-2006, 02:36 PM
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Out of curiosity, do you want to put the heatshield back after installing the header?
Or does it really make no difference?
Since the header really isn't visible, do you think this would make sense?
Or does it really make no difference?
Since the header really isn't visible, do you think this would make sense?
02-01-2006, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by JTso
Aftermarket headers don't usually provision for the factory heatshield. However, the heatshield does lower the temp in the engine compartment, not just for looks. I had to custom made one.
You are such an overachiever!!!
[just jealous though]
02-01-2006, 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by moda_way
You are such an overachiever!!!
[just jealous though]
[just jealous though]
I'm always looking for something to mod. 
Originally Posted by Tsx536
How's that mounted Johnny?
02-01-2006, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by JTso
I'm always looking for something to mod. I used the stock manifold as template to size up the bracket.
02-23-2006, 10:37 AM
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so JTso do you have a picture of where the points are that I need to get welded by the shop if I happen to purchase this header to hold over till I can afford the maxim work header.
02-23-2006, 12:40 PM
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Here are the pics from the welds that were done on my header. Cost me $10 at the local muffler shop. The welds have held up well, we inspected them when we put my cat on last Friday. I've had them about 10 months now.
06-06-2006, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by David Muny
Has anyone installed this on an '06? Sorry for my ignorance but were there any changes to the stock header for the '06?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks
07-02-2007, 02:30 AM
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Installed on 06 5AT
Originally Posted by David Muny
Has anyone installed this on an '06? Sorry for my ignorance but were there any changes to the stock header for the '06?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
I just answered my own question from a year ago. It took me quite a bit longer than the average 2-3 hours but this was my first ever header install.
I tried to install it as a single piece but couldn't get enough clearance underneath to get the header into place. The right lower exhaust manifold bolt was painful to remove.
I'm happy with the gains. The hissing sound isn't too bad and no leaks! The pull at Vtec is nice and complements the UR pulleys.
Thanks to JTso and Tsx536 for their detailed instructions.
04-02-2010, 11:41 AM
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[quote=forestsoft;9342356]Theses are some nice gains, and are well worth the install.
I know heat is a factor, for maximizing engine performance.
I do not want to introduce, any more heat in the engine bay if possible.
So I may try a mod to the new pipe:
It looks like from the pictures that the mounting point for the heat shield from the old pipe can be cut off , and re-welded on to the new upper header base plate. The heat shield may be lower, but it still should help engine bay temp, and keep heat from the other engine components.
Or maybe some type of modified heat shield, if needed.
Using the base bolts, on the upper header section.
Just use Header wrap, no need to fabricate.
I know heat is a factor, for maximizing engine performance.
I do not want to introduce, any more heat in the engine bay if possible.
So I may try a mod to the new pipe:
It looks like from the pictures that the mounting point for the heat shield from the old pipe can be cut off , and re-welded on to the new upper header base plate. The heat shield may be lower, but it still should help engine bay temp, and keep heat from the other engine components.
Or maybe some type of modified heat shield, if needed.
Using the base bolts, on the upper header section.
Just use Header wrap, no need to fabricate.
04-08-2010, 12:55 PM
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they tell you not to wrap them, the ceramic coat is supposed to reduce heat anyways, plus when i had them in my car, i did not notice much difference in heat..
09-03-2013, 08:30 PM
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Totally agree, I'm in a wait for installing one on my 03 TL, and I'm really impatient to get it work...
02-08-2014, 04:58 PM
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I have had my DC Sport header for a few months and I am very happy with the purchase and gains. I have accepted the fact that I may have to spend $150 some time in the future to fix the flex pipe, but for $311 it was a good bang for the buck.
I wrapped mine with the "titanium" wrap and I have not had any problems but I also like your creative approach to mounting a heat shield.
I wrapped mine with the "titanium" wrap and I have not had any problems but I also like your creative approach to mounting a heat shield.
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