I'm soo happy the are here, I can't believe it!! This is the largest thing I've accomplished for my car.. performance wise... Ahh I just can't explain how I feel in words... I need Scalbert now...to help me install them...

 

Congrats.

You'll love 'em.

 

I just dont when I'll get them onn

 

:congrats:

 

congrast veeral505, i got mine just a little while ago too...except i cant install mine right away...im at college so the car is in storage..let us know how the installlation goes...by the way i think that header with the aw symbol goes on the back...

 

Yeah, It does..Damn I dont know when I'll get mine on...I was quoted by a shop for $250-300 to get em on. But I'm worried about my O2 sensor and all that cause soo many people have problems with it. They said they have alot of experience puting on and taking off headers on Accords, which is supposively just like mine. But does the O2 sensor need to be replaced? or remounted somewhere else or what? I'm trying to get in contact w/ Scalbert about helping me install them, but he's busy the next few weekends and has time during the week, but he hasnt replied to my last PM yet. So I'm waiting on him...

SOME1 HELP ME!! I want my headers onn

 

$300 for this install seems like an anal rampage....
No need to replace the O2 sensor....it goes in the pre-made hole on the collection pipe (same as factory). this is actually a really easy install....everything just bolts on and off....just be sure to have a long breaker bar and lots of rust penetrating spray.

Tips -
Be careful not to touch the end of the O2 sensor..that will ruin it.
Use the stock gaskets, they are better than those that ship with most headers.


Good luck man...

 

THANKS for the advice

 

Sorry to jack, but does header installation require a garage lift, or can I just use the jack from my trunk and another one?

 

congrats

 

You have to have the whole front end up...so what ever can get it up usually a garage lift or something like that...

 

Looks nice! You can keep 'em looking new with a JetHot coating, haha.

Keep us updated!

 

OoO happy times ahead!!

 

Yes yes...I need Scalberrttt ahh!

 

I gotta add to this.

Depending on how long you had your stock headers on you'll need the rust penetrating spray or a grinder. My stock headers seemed like they were welded on.

My O2 Sensor went bad from (get this) using air tools while switching the headers. At least that's what they told me at the Acura dealer. They told me that they never use air tools on there 'cause the O2 Sensor was so sensitive. The shaking pretty much destroys them.

 

this all great advice guys... keep it coming!... so use the stock gaskets, a lot of rust penetrating spray for the bolts to come off, dont touch the o2 sensor... anything else?

 

Congrats Veeral !!!

 

I was thinking of getting them installed @ a Shop, but I want Scalbert to do them cause he knows exactly what he's doing. But I hope therest isnt too bad, I have had my headers on for abt 30K miles...

 

Get ready to enjoy those high RPM's.

 

there is a chance you might have to relocate the O2 sensor, i had to on my OBX. Or it might hit the oil pan and through up some check engine lights. I think $200 would be just right, but if they have to weld the bung to hold the O2m sensor, than it will be more. good luck.

 

I'm about to jump on a total :noob: question now...many because this is my first time experiencing the procedures and stuff behind installing headers. What exactly does the O2 sensor do and I heard if you touch it, it can mess it up the sensor and replacing it is around $50 or more... Do you have any pics of the O2 sensor? it might be a little more helpful.

Thanks!

EDIT: I just read this thread and I'm about to pull all my hair out...I've already pulled some out...someone help me and suggest what I do...


https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=164654

 

I didn't notice until allmotor's thread. You will need to replace the O2 sensor. It is going to hit the oil pan. It needs to be relocted so that the bung is on the right hand side.

you can touch the O2 sensor, that is blown out of proportion. As long as your hands are not wet or greasy.

 

Yeah, I'm going to try to sell my headers cause I dont know if they are faulty or not but I just dont want to have to put up with the trouble...I dont have the time nor patience...but all depends if I get them sold or not...if not than I'll install them Jan. 8th

 

I like seeing the dimes in the TIG welds on these things.

good clean workmanship.

 

Have fun with them. They'll kick ass.

 

is there a DIY for alpha werks headers install for an 01 cl-s?

 

no problems with my instal veeral, install was 200. i love them!!

 

supposedly the o2 problem was solved....so you shouldn't have a problem..

 

awesome...i've had them sitting in my room for awhile now...I'm just trying to make time for a good day to install them... plus I've saved an extra $600-700 so I'm going to do exhaust next then my sways and strut.