Header Questions
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Header Questions
There are several header makes available for our 3.2's that I would like to get more info on. Comptech, OBX, Megan, Alphawerks. Here is what I know about these, any corrections and/or experience with any of these brands would be helpful.
I'm in California, so passing smog is important. Do any of these brands have fit problems with O2 sensors or any other pollution items?
Comptech - top of the line. No problems but expensive. Perfect fit
OBX - lower quality May have resenence and fit issues.
Alphawerks - No information - Do they have a website?
Megan - Very little information. Fit? Resenence? pass smog? The Megan Racing site doesn't show Acura 3.2 as an option, yet people are saying they have bought these.
I'm in California, so passing smog is important. Do any of these brands have fit problems with O2 sensors or any other pollution items?
Comptech - top of the line. No problems but expensive. Perfect fit
OBX - lower quality May have resenence and fit issues.
Alphawerks - No information - Do they have a website?
Megan - Very little information. Fit? Resenence? pass smog? The Megan Racing site doesn't show Acura 3.2 as an option, yet people are saying they have bought these.
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Yes Comptech are the only ones that have 0 problems all around. Also being in California, you will pass the smog inspection with any of the headers, but some say they wont pass you w/o seeing the SMOG certification on the aftermarket part. If that really is the case, then Comptech are the only ones that have that certification - doesnt mean anything, but Im sure that is factored into the price.
Hard to say on the other brands. Megan hasnt been used for long at all, neither has Alphawerks. Obx does have problems with cracking and O2 sensor location,but for the price...and some have had them for over a year w/o any problems.
I have Stone Racing, they have been around for a while with fitment problems in the first few batches. I have the 3rd (newest) batch and they fit perfectly. I do have a resonance at like 2500 RPM, but you cant tell unless you are really listening for it.
O2 sensor location should be fine on all of them. Other than a few OBX issues, I think that was it. Really depends on how much money you are willing to spend up front and possibly later if you have to replace a set.
Also, any header that is made for the Accord V6 in our years will fit our engines (TL-P and Type S) just fine. That is the case for the Megan brand.
Hard to say on the other brands. Megan hasnt been used for long at all, neither has Alphawerks. Obx does have problems with cracking and O2 sensor location,but for the price...and some have had them for over a year w/o any problems.
I have Stone Racing, they have been around for a while with fitment problems in the first few batches. I have the 3rd (newest) batch and they fit perfectly. I do have a resonance at like 2500 RPM, but you cant tell unless you are really listening for it.
O2 sensor location should be fine on all of them. Other than a few OBX issues, I think that was it. Really depends on how much money you are willing to spend up front and possibly later if you have to replace a set.
Also, any header that is made for the Accord V6 in our years will fit our engines (TL-P and Type S) just fine. That is the case for the Megan brand.
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Originally Posted by ou sig
Also, any header that is made for the Accord V6 in our years will fit our engines (TL-P and Type S) just fine. That is the case for the Megan brand.
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I have the alphawerks header. Excellent fitment. No issue. Check out the CL board. They have a big thread over there. I think I saw a group buy for $600 shipped. I got mine for less than half that but that was intro price.
Here's their website
http://nexusindustry.com/alpha_interface_main.htm
They have a dyno page that suppose to increase 30hp and 16 lb/ft torque on a CL w/ header and intake.
Here's their website
http://nexusindustry.com/alpha_interface_main.htm
They have a dyno page that suppose to increase 30hp and 16 lb/ft torque on a CL w/ header and intake.
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I have had the comptech headers on my car for about 2 months now and I love them. I am sure that the other brands are just as good but I would rather spend a little more knowing that no one has reported a problem.. YET.......
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Thanks for the information. I have an 03 TLS. The Megan site has Honda headers but only through 02. I'm only 90 miles from comptech but $1200 IS a lot of money so I'm looking more at Alpha and Megan but was very concerned about fit.
Anyone else running headers they are or are not satisfied with?
Anyone else running headers they are or are not satisfied with?
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The Alpha Werks headers have been installed by about 10 CL members and they have had no fitment issues. The dyno revealed a gain of about 30hp to the wheels. See this link: http://nexusindustry.com/alpha_interface_dyno.htm and click on the CL link. Also, they are stainless steel. If you are interested, see my signature for a link to my GB for the AW Headers.
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can someone tell me installation hours/cost
how much is it to install headers in a 1999 tl. also, any additional parts need to be purchased (ie pulley requires belts)
or how many hours labor is required. i have a great shop locally
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or how many hours labor is required. i have a great shop locally
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Originally Posted by redbaronace
how much is it to install headers in a 1999 tl. also, any additional parts need to be purchased (ie pulley requires belts)
or how many hours labor is required. i have a great shop locally
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or how many hours labor is required. i have a great shop locally
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Originally Posted by TeeKaa
There are several header makes available for our 3.2's that I would like to get more info on. Comptech, OBX, Megan, Alphawerks. Here is what I know about these, any corrections and/or experience with any of these brands would be helpful.
I'm in California, so passing smog is important. Do any of these brands have fit problems with O2 sensors or any other pollution items?
Comptech - top of the line. No problems but expensive. Perfect fit
OBX - lower quality May have resenence and fit issues.
Alphawerks - No information - Do they have a website?
Megan - Very little information. Fit? Resenence? pass smog? The Megan Racing site doesn't show Acura 3.2 as an option, yet people are saying they have bought these.
I'm in California, so passing smog is important. Do any of these brands have fit problems with O2 sensors or any other pollution items?
Comptech - top of the line. No problems but expensive. Perfect fit
OBX - lower quality May have resenence and fit issues.
Alphawerks - No information - Do they have a website?
Megan - Very little information. Fit? Resenence? pass smog? The Megan Racing site doesn't show Acura 3.2 as an option, yet people are saying they have bought these.
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Originally Posted by Excelerate
The Alpha Werks headers have been installed by about 10 CL members and they have had no fitment issues. The dyno revealed a gain of about 30hp to the wheels. See this link: http://nexusindustry.com/alpha_interface_dyno.htm and click on the CL link. Also, they are stainless steel. If you are interested, see my signature for a link to my GB for the AW Headers.
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Originally Posted by patrick
The dyno shows 226.89 WHP and 191.85 TQ with alphawerks headers and intake. Was this tested on a regular CL or CL-S? Standard tranny or auto tranny? And was the dyno done on a dynojet?
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Originally Posted by patrick
The dyno shows 226.89 WHP and 191.85 TQ with alphawerks headers and intake. Was this tested on a regular CL or CL-S? Standard tranny or auto tranny? And was the dyno done on a dynojet?
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Yea I've got Alphawerks on my TL and I got them on no problem in about 2 hours. O2 fitment was fine and I'm loving them with all my other mods. I'd say AW is by far the best bang for your buck.
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Comptech all the way!! They sound great and NO ISSUES at all...got mine off of eBay for a steal...if you look hard enough and be patient, you'll find them cheaper than retail GOOD LUCK
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Another header brand that is available for us: Greddy makes one for the AV6. This should fit our TLs as well. As of today's date, I have not seen any TLs running with Greddy headers. It would be interesting to see someone install this one tho...
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Originally Posted by duece_RENAMED
I have not seen Greddy hearders for the v6 accord.They make headers for the 94-97 accord.Are you sure?
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Originally Posted by Pure Adrenaline
OBX SS here.
There's an exhaust leak that I can't find and it's pissing me off. But I'm not going to blame it on the headers yet, because I simply don't know where the leak is.
There's an exhaust leak that I can't find and it's pissing me off. But I'm not going to blame it on the headers yet, because I simply don't know where the leak is.
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OBX SS here.
There's an exhaust leak that I can't find and it's pissing me off. But I'm not going to blame it on the headers yet, because I simply don't know where the leak is.
There's an exhaust leak that I can't find and it's pissing me off. But I'm not going to blame it on the headers yet, because I simply don't know where the leak is.
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Thanks for the info. With CA pollution testing, I may be forced to bite the bullet and get comptech's. If not for the need for that no carb requirement I may have gone with the AW
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Originally Posted by TeeKaa
Thanks for the info. With CA pollution testing, I may be forced to bite the bullet and get comptech's. If not for the need for that no carb requirement I may have gone with the AW
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