Finally got rid of the Megans, got XS Headers
08-18-2006, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
So because you lazy we have to do the work for you????
No problems so far. I reused my original gaskets for the exhaust manifold to head and used their ring gaskets. to leaks
No problems so far. I reused my original gaskets for the exhaust manifold to head and used their ring gaskets. to leaks
08-18-2006, 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Rpappi
was that 2 leaks or no leaks
08-19-2006, 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by PenguinQX
Huh, I've been having a metal on metal resonance sound too! And I noticed I'm missing some rubber in a hanger... is this the one you're all talking about? 
Just bought a new one for like $10 from Acura... haven't put it in yet though.
Just bought a new one for like $10 from Acura... haven't put it in yet though.
Hanger replaced. Metal rattling/resonance sound solved!
08-20-2006, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by PenguinQX
Haha, with the price and success of these things, EVERYONE'S going to have headers soon! 
... now this dude needs to make headers for the 3G's... now THAT would be nice. That'd make me one step closer to buying an '04+.
08-20-2006, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Phesto
can only make cats for 3rd gen, no headers.........the piping is welded(cast iron) to the engine block on the 3rd gen.
That sucks. So I take it that there's no type of loophole around this. 
Why do you think Acura/Honda did this to their engines? I know the accord's headers are welded, but never thought the TL's would be also.
08-21-2006, 03:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Phesto
I kinda don't get it either....any experts out there??
... The only thing I can think of is it saves a step in the manufacturing process, no need to attach headers to engine. Kinda like when the top fuel dragsters service the engine between rounds, they take the cylinder heads off with the headers attached.
08-21-2006, 03:11 PM
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So what if the headers where to crack? They would have alot more to do. Those bastids. Or acura realized there were modders out there and they kinda went "IN YO FACE MODDERS, CANT TOUCH THIS!"
08-21-2006, 05:14 PM
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Actually, look what I found. There are headers for the 3rd Gen TL
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...5&page=1&pp=25
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...5&page=1&pp=25
08-21-2006, 05:38 PM
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the 03s are desigend that way for emissions. They are precats and more and more cars are being designed that way.
And there is a aftermarket set up for the 3rd gen
And there is a aftermarket set up for the 3rd gen
08-21-2006, 08:49 PM
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there are only 2 sets of xsp headers on ebay. and i have to wait for 6 days to see if someone outbids me. i hate ebay. but at the same time i love it.
08-21-2006, 08:55 PM
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buy it now and b done with it 
08-21-2006, 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
buy it now and b done with it
I lost out on a set earlier tonight because my fingers were slow... forgot there was a confirmation form after the place bid form was submitted. Ah well, since I can't find them for less than $370 online I'm just going to hold out till ssautochrome's auction comes through.
08-21-2006, 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Sound-Mind
ssautochrome isn't putting them up for "buy it now."
I lost out on a set earlier tonight because my fingers were slow... forgot there was a confirmation form after the place bid form was submitted. Ah well, since I can't find them for less than $370 online I'm just going to hold out till ssautochrome's auction comes through.
I lost out on a set earlier tonight because my fingers were slow... forgot there was a confirmation form after the place bid form was submitted. Ah well, since I can't find them for less than $370 online I'm just going to hold out till ssautochrome's auction comes through.
08-21-2006, 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Sound-Mind
ssautochrome isn't putting them up for "buy it now."
I lost out on a set earlier tonight because my fingers were slow... forgot there was a confirmation form after the place bid form was submitted. Ah well, since I can't find them for less than $370 online I'm just going to hold out till ssautochrome's auction comes through.
I lost out on a set earlier tonight because my fingers were slow... forgot there was a confirmation form after the place bid form was submitted. Ah well, since I can't find them for less than $370 online I'm just going to hold out till ssautochrome's auction comes through.
08-21-2006, 09:37 PM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I bought mine buy it now
maybe he forgot it. if i get out bid and i see one i will in a heartbeat.
08-21-2006, 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Rpappi
dont outbid mine please.
I've bid on the other set. Like someone said earlier in the thread. No reason for us to go out bidding each other.
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I didnt want to wait, so i bought mine buy it now
08-21-2006, 09:43 PM
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Search for "COMPTECH STYLE ACCORD V6 3.0L RACE HEADERS CL 6 SPEED " and they have a buy it now. The "XSP Honda Accord 1998 99 00 01 2002 V6 Header " dont have that option, but if you wait it out it would end up being cheaper.
08-21-2006, 09:52 PM
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Thanks pizaul! I had been relying on the "XSP" in the description. Well now I *have to* "buy it now" so hopefully someone will outbid me on the other set... if not I'll have a set to sell on the cheap.
08-21-2006, 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by PiZauL
Actually, look what I found. There are headers for the 3rd Gen TL
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...5&page=1&pp=25
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...5&page=1&pp=25
08-22-2006, 04:09 PM
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Hey Rpappi, just saw your bid on the xs headers....im not gonna outbid you...cuz of the agreement we got going and pure respect to a fellow acura owner... just please let me know if you change your mind and i will gladly bid on them...thanks!
08-23-2006, 09:20 AM
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hey is there a guy in here that has an ebay name: tiblanc_lebrun, because he has a bid on the xs headers and if he is not on acurazine then im gonna outbid him, thanks
08-23-2006, 11:53 AM
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no im not in that big of a hurry, but i want to get them soon, cuz it sounds like they are a killer deal, but im willing to wait to get a good price, im a little tough and cash and i dont really want to pay 150 + shipping and buy them now. So i can wait till there is a good opp.
08-23-2006, 09:26 PM
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Used "buy it now" and got them delivered to the office 36 hours later. Can't beat that service
I was planning on installing them this weekend but the wife's A/C compressor in her CRV just blew today so looks like my hopes have been dashed
I was planning on installing them this weekend but the wife's A/C compressor in her CRV just blew today so looks like my hopes have been dashed
08-24-2006, 02:13 PM
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just put the payment through! hopefully i'll get them on tuesday and i can put them in next weekend. Im def gonna go get better bolts and the gasket from the dealership all you guys are recommending. If anyone knows a good place in CO that will install these, or someone in this community that can help me, let me know.
08-24-2006, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Sound-Mind
Used "buy it now" and got them delivered to the office 36 hours later. Can't beat that service
I was planning on installing them this weekend but the wife's A/C compressor in her CRV just blew today so looks like my hopes have been dashed
I was planning on installing them this weekend but the wife's A/C compressor in her CRV just blew today so looks like my hopes have been dashed
Originally Posted by AcuraDreamin
just put the payment through! hopefully i'll get them on tuesday and i can put them in next weekend. Im def gonna go get better bolts and the gasket from the dealership all you guys are recommending. If anyone knows a good place in CO that will install these, or someone in this community that can help me, let me know.
08-24-2006, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
Why cant you still do it. Its just a few hour job
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I reused my stock gaskets and used the roud ones that came with it (as the others have). all you need are better bolts
08-24-2006, 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Sound-Mind
Well... long story short it turns out I can probably do it now. The compressor blowing in the CRV is a common problem and Honda dealerships are evaluating them on a case-by-case basis (out of warranty). Dropping it off at the dealership tonight for "evaluation" tomorrow. I think that gives me a free pass to work on my car this weekend since I won't even have time to get the new compressor