What tools are need to install, and do I need to get differ bolts. Also who has just headers without intake or exhaust. I really want to do exhaust but looking for something that isnt to noisy just low and deep.

 

12" socket extension, 6 point socket, penetrating oil like PB Blaster (not WD40, not strong enough) to spray on stubborn bolts once a day for a few days before to loosen them up, new bolts are 10X40 1.25 or 1.50 pitch metric either 8.8 or 10.9 in strength.. just some of the things i found doing research on here before i order mine. all found using the search function. and please, correct me if i'm wrong on any of these.

also here's a good diy

 

You can always throw in a good saws all to cut some bolts if you run out of luck and give up

 

when you coming back to town, after europe? i could probably use a hand from someone who has already done this and you should still have it fresh since you did this a little while ago.

 

Quick question to confirm - are these only for TL-P's or will they also fit TL-S's?

 

Ordered mine today - 103$ shipped

 

Yea, they will fit both.

 

Those aren't XS headers, I would be a little hesitant of those but for $50, I guess. I am more than happy with my XS headers.

 

What do you guy's think about this for a cat-back for an '03 TL-S??

http://app.infopia.com/Shop/Control/...id/0/SFV/31982

 

i try to put the headers on yesterday and the bolts snap when i try to both it together. i would recomend all to change the bolts and nuts before installing their header. now i have to get new bolts and nuts

 

Well I think I win with the low price. I got the headers for $97 shipped. Try going to xs-power.com. or to ssautochrome.com and telling them about the price on xs. both are the same headers and ssautochrome drop ships for xs.

 

what exactly does this resonance sound like and can it be avoided/fixd? im ready to get a set for 100 bucks but that resonance got me thinkin

 

Not every one has it. (actually most dont)

As to your question, its hard to describe, its just a slight resonance/sound you hear at a certain RPM.

 

Im almost positive that it is from the heat shield to the cat.. I heard it after I installed mine, so i riveted the heat shield in a few places to hold it snugly together, and now i never hear it when i am in the car. My resonance was at about 900 rpms when taking off slowly, and then at 2600 if taking off harder.

 

do you think the risk of havin resonance will be lower if you have a shop install it?

 

HMM I have also heard about people just taking off the heat shield for the CAT altogether. I might try this tonight, but I gotta fix my rear view camera first. It's not angled down enough so when it's on you just see behind you and can't see the road below. Doesn't give enough perspective to how close you are to things.

My subwoofer isn't working either, as I had to take it out to run the wires for the camera.

 

QUICK QUESTION:

When people talk about taking the heat shield off of the CAT to get rid of resonance, are you talking about the one directly wrapped around the CAT or the kind of plate one that is connected to the underbody of the car? Is it safe to remove both of these?

Any quick help is appreciated, as my car is up on the jack stands right now and I don't know which one to take off.

 

Well, after reading some other threads on this, I took off the one between the CAT and body of the car. I still can't drive it out b/c I have someone parked behind me, but hopefully this does the trick. I also took the rubber hanger off and slipped it off the downpipe.

 

what kind of exhaust are you guys running with these XS headers???

 

Apex'i WSII

 

OEM exhaust w/ both resonators removed

 

its not a good idea to remove the heat shield.. if for some strange reason you get blockage in the cat.. in no time that thing will heat up and there is a chance that you rug can actually catch fire in the car. There are other options besides that. lol

 

LOL, well I've already taken it off and I have heard of other members doing the same thing. If anything ever did happen to the CAT, I don't think that thin piece of metal will do much. Sure, it may give you some extra time, but the heat shield will get hot and eventually transfer the heat to the undercarriage anyway.

 

I just ordered mine last night.....found this thread as well:

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162009

Hopefully there wasn't a bad batch produced....Anyone who bought them recently had problems with the flanges?