Comptech headers..... what's the value now?
#1
Comptech headers..... what's the value now?
What do you guys think comptech headers will go for used now that OBX is in the game? I wonder if the prices new will go down too? fuck you OBX...........
#4
Originally posted by Zapata
depends on how old they are i guess. I'm staying firm $700-750 depending on shipping. My headers have 3k miles on them.
depends on how old they are i guess. I'm staying firm $700-750 depending on shipping. My headers have 3k miles on them.
Gotta let me know before tomorrow afternoon.
#5
Originally posted by moforose3.0
Why "fuck you obx"? Cheaper headers that still have good gains, whats wrong with that?
Why "fuck you obx"? Cheaper headers that still have good gains, whats wrong with that?
#6
If the money is not an issue...
I will pick in the following order:
1) Prototype racing.
2) Comptech
3) OBX...
In real life:
It is the opposite way:
1) OBX headers
2) PR racing
3) Comptech.
I will pick in the following order:
1) Prototype racing.
2) Comptech
3) OBX...
In real life:
It is the opposite way:
1) OBX headers
2) PR racing
3) Comptech.
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#8
The price of Comptech headers shouldn't be affected at all by the release of OBX headers. If you want excellent quality and a reliable company that knows exactly what they're doing, get the Comptechs. But if you want cheap, cheap, and cheap, get the OBX headers then. I've had my Comptech headers for a year now and have had no problems whatsoever. Let's see if you guys with the OBX headers can say that a year from now.
#9
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
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From: The City of Syrup Screwston, Texas
Originally posted by Nitin
[B. I've had my Comptech headers for a year now and have had no problems whatsoever. Let's see if you guys with the OBX headers can say that a year from now. [/B]
[B. I've had my Comptech headers for a year now and have had no problems whatsoever. Let's see if you guys with the OBX headers can say that a year from now. [/B]
#11
slow down turbo, did you not see the smiley face at the end of my post? It was a joke.........
Originally posted by moforose3.0
Why "fuck you obx"? Cheaper headers that still have good gains, whats wrong with that?
Why "fuck you obx"? Cheaper headers that still have good gains, whats wrong with that?
#14
That's a good question.
If Comptech's price dropped by 30% they would still be more than double what NEW OBX's were. I still don't know how many people would pay double to get used headers over new ones.
If Comptech's price dropped by 30% they would still be more than double what NEW OBX's were. I still don't know how many people would pay double to get used headers over new ones.
#15
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
#16
Originally posted by allmotor_2000
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
#17
Originally posted by Dom418
I don't agree with #2. Any given Acura dealer will handle the situation differently, regardless of Comptech, OBX, or any other brand.
I don't agree with #2. Any given Acura dealer will handle the situation differently, regardless of Comptech, OBX, or any other brand.
youre absolutely right, i mean we've heard from guys on here that have been denied warranty work or fucked with for warranty work that had COMPTECH headers, on the other hand, ive already called my dealership and mentioned i was getting OBX headers and they were like "cool! another company besides comptech is making them now?? thats cool, of course its ok with us!"
#18
Originally posted by allmotor_2000
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
The dealer will void the warranty if they find the headers to cause it. That is why I haven't installed headers. The manager frowned when I asked him about having some installed, he was like, exhaust is fine, headers no, intake, no, pulleys no. I rather not upset them since they are the only ACura dealer in 100 mile range of me.
#19
I had OBX coilvers(adjustable springs only) and short shifter on my old integra.. they worked beautifully without any problems..
I think OBX has been around for at least 5 years.. and im sure they do more sales then comptech b/c they cater to the majority.. which are avg import enthusiasts who does not want to spend too much.. or have much money....
with the price of COMPTECH you can buy 3 maybe 4 OBX headers..
I think OBX has been around for at least 5 years.. and im sure they do more sales then comptech b/c they cater to the majority.. which are avg import enthusiasts who does not want to spend too much.. or have much money....
with the price of COMPTECH you can buy 3 maybe 4 OBX headers..
#20
Originally posted by allmotor_2000
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
Only time will tell... to each his own. You are also paying for the following with Comptech:
(1) CARB certification
(2) Compliance with Acura Factory Warranty
(3) Comptech isn't going bankrupt anytime soon!
To me, (1) and (2) are very important. These arn't race-cars... they are 'reliable' cars which we make reasonable mods to enhance driving pleasure... that's it!
yup!
All the people bragging about getting a better deal can kiss their warranty GOOD BYE once those OBX headers go on!
#21
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: The City of Syrup Screwston, Texas
It sounds like alot of sour grapes, by the peolpe who bought Comptech headers. They are all upset becuase we are getting the same performance for a 1/3 of the price.
#23
Originally posted by Dom418
That's a good question.
If Comptech's price dropped by 30% they would still be more than double what NEW OBX's were. I still don't know how many people would pay double to get used headers over new ones.
That's a good question.
If Comptech's price dropped by 30% they would still be more than double what NEW OBX's were. I still don't know how many people would pay double to get used headers over new ones.
kissing the warranty goodbye? will someoene please explain to me how the quality of an exhaust OUTLET in an engine will cause the engine to break down? I don't think there will be any warranty issues b/c as we all probably know they have to prove that the mod is what caused the failure... and that goes the same with any nonfactory or aftermarket part... even the Comptechs... if they can prove that the CT headers caused engien failure then they won't cover it, simple as that...
What's the worst that could happen? bad welds? bad materials? the header could rust perhaps? either way the worst you get is an exhaust leak... something that A) can be patched or B) throw out the header and put the stock ones back on... I think people who paid more for their CTs are just upset and want to convicne tehmselves that by paying 3x as much they are buying piece of mind...
#25
Originally posted by Black CL-S 4-Life
It sounds like alot of sour grapes, by the peolpe who bought Comptech headers. They are all upset becuase we are getting the same performance for a 1/3 of the price.
It sounds like alot of sour grapes, by the peolpe who bought Comptech headers. They are all upset becuase we are getting the same performance for a 1/3 of the price.
Not quite. If I had to do it all over again, I'd still get the Comptech headers. I'm not going to skimp out on the headers because they're a one time purchase. It's not like I'm going to be upgrading my headers every few years.
#26
again, you guys who are saying our warranty will be voided with OBX headers are just plain dumbasses!!! i have already personally spoken with my dealership about the OBX headers and not only are they ok with them on my car, they are HAPPY that another company besides comptech is supporting the CL-S....so you guys with your warranty voiding arguement can crawl back in the hole you came out of...stop looking for excuses that you spent 1200 and admit you got RIPPED OFF!!!
#28
Originally posted by jimcol711
again, you guys who are saying our warranty will be voided with OBX headers are just plain dumbasses!!! i have already personally spoken with my dealership about the OBX headers and not only are they ok with them on my car, they are HAPPY that another company besides comptech is supporting the CL-S....so you guys with your warranty voiding arguement can crawl back in the hole you came out of...stop looking for excuses that you spent 1200 and admit you got RIPPED OFF!!!
again, you guys who are saying our warranty will be voided with OBX headers are just plain dumbasses!!! i have already personally spoken with my dealership about the OBX headers and not only are they ok with them on my car, they are HAPPY that another company besides comptech is supporting the CL-S....so you guys with your warranty voiding arguement can crawl back in the hole you came out of...stop looking for excuses that you spent 1200 and admit you got RIPPED OFF!!!
We all know that OBX headers, like any other aftermarket part, do not and can not void any part of the Acura warranty unless that part is proven to be the cause of the failure. So trust me, we're not paying extra for Comptech because of any warranty concerns.
#29
Originally posted by TypeSKid
yup!
All the people bragging about getting a better deal can kiss their warranty GOOD BYE once those OBX headers go on!
yup!
All the people bragging about getting a better deal can kiss their warranty GOOD BYE once those OBX headers go on!
So please, nigga.
#30
Originally posted by JRock
Bullshit. First of all, most dealers are fine with intake and exhaust mods. Second, they're comptech knockoffs and the comptech headers are okay with most dealers. Third, headers are non-moving parts of the exhaust system that come after the engine so they're highly unlikely to cause a problem. Fourth, mine are being installed by an Acura tech.
So please, nigga.
Bullshit. First of all, most dealers are fine with intake and exhaust mods. Second, they're comptech knockoffs and the comptech headers are okay with most dealers. Third, headers are non-moving parts of the exhaust system that come after the engine so they're highly unlikely to cause a problem. Fourth, mine are being installed by an Acura tech.
So please, nigga.
#31
Originally posted by civic4982
I'd pay double Dom418... just b/c there's no OBXs for my 6 speed yet ... maybe soon tehy'll make that bend for us 6speed owners...
kissing the warranty goodbye? will someoene please explain to me how the quality of an exhaust OUTLET in an engine will cause the engine to break down? I don't think there will be any warranty issues b/c as we all probably know they have to prove that the mod is what caused the failure... and that goes the same with any nonfactory or aftermarket part... even the Comptechs... if they can prove that the CT headers caused engien failure then they won't cover it, simple as that...
What's the worst that could happen? bad welds? bad materials? the header could rust perhaps? either way the worst you get is an exhaust leak... something that A) can be patched or B) throw out the header and put the stock ones back on... I think people who paid more for their CTs are just upset and want to convicne tehmselves that by paying 3x as much they are buying piece of mind...
I'd pay double Dom418... just b/c there's no OBXs for my 6 speed yet ... maybe soon tehy'll make that bend for us 6speed owners...
kissing the warranty goodbye? will someoene please explain to me how the quality of an exhaust OUTLET in an engine will cause the engine to break down? I don't think there will be any warranty issues b/c as we all probably know they have to prove that the mod is what caused the failure... and that goes the same with any nonfactory or aftermarket part... even the Comptechs... if they can prove that the CT headers caused engien failure then they won't cover it, simple as that...
What's the worst that could happen? bad welds? bad materials? the header could rust perhaps? either way the worst you get is an exhaust leak... something that A) can be patched or B) throw out the header and put the stock ones back on... I think people who paid more for their CTs are just upset and want to convicne tehmselves that by paying 3x as much they are buying piece of mind...
As for the warranty, they won't void your warranty, but they can decline warranty on certain things. For example, I went to one Chevy dealership with my truck (has CAI, headers, cat-back exhaust) 'cause the check engine light was on. Turns out a bad o2 sensor (just happens to be the one I "rubbed" with the socket when removing the Y-pipe. They wouldn't warranty the sensor, because I changed the exhaust, so now it flows more than it was designed for. Yeh, a bunch of B/S. Mind you, that dealership doensn't want to do any warranty work for some reason. I switched to another one, and they do everything. So, it depends on the dealership.
As for the year later question: They are both stainless, so they won't rust. If the mounting flange on the OBX's are the same thickness, they won't warp, so they won't leak. The only thing that could go bad is the welds, but less face it. I get bitter when I find something equal at a lower price after I've dished out the big bucks!
#32
Originally posted by jimcol711
stop looking for excuses that you spent 1200 and admit you got RIPPED OFF!!!
stop looking for excuses that you spent 1200 and admit you got RIPPED OFF!!!
I wouldn't say that people that bought C/T got ripped off, they just wanted headers and had no other choice.... Now, if someone (not a 6=spd)went out and blew $1100 for CT's today, that would be a different story :P
#34
can't we all just get along? CT owners get CARB cert and most of them got it way earlier than OBX owners who had to wait til now (over 2 years after the car came out)... OBX owners saved money... why the bickering?
#36
A lot you disagree on #2 of my earlier post: Compliance with the Acura Factory Warranty.
First off, if you blow the motor up because of the header... you must be a real moron. Second, you have a more realistic chance of getting some warranty work with the Comptech headers over the OBX. Third... if you have gotten to the point of destroying the motor and seeking Acura warranty to fix the problem.. the dealer HAS a right to flip you off and ask you to get lost.
I realize with ANY aftermarket peformance part... the service dept. is going to give you shit. Go go a pro-comptech dealer if you have to. They DEFINATELEY won't support the OBX... trust me on that one.
BTW... the emissions issue is much more important (CARB) then the warranty issue... cuz you arn't going to be blowing up your motor because of your header!
First off, if you blow the motor up because of the header... you must be a real moron. Second, you have a more realistic chance of getting some warranty work with the Comptech headers over the OBX. Third... if you have gotten to the point of destroying the motor and seeking Acura warranty to fix the problem.. the dealer HAS a right to flip you off and ask you to get lost.
I realize with ANY aftermarket peformance part... the service dept. is going to give you shit. Go go a pro-comptech dealer if you have to. They DEFINATELEY won't support the OBX... trust me on that one.
BTW... the emissions issue is much more important (CARB) then the warranty issue... cuz you arn't going to be blowing up your motor because of your header!
#38
Originally posted by civic4982
hmmm... prototype headers? I thought this was just a myth... is there any release date yet?
hmmm... prototype headers? I thought this was just a myth... is there any release date yet?