Finally got rid of the Megans, got XS Headers
10-10-2006, 05:06 PM
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ok well i loosend all the bolts on the down-pipe and let it realign its self. and it still didnt work. the only thing that i could think of that it could be. if the exhaust being a tad short due to the fact that i got my exhaust resonators taken out. so im hoping that is the problem just a small cut and a small extention. but im taking it to the shop next week when i get a chance and having them take car and figuring it out. that way i dont have to deal with it. im just tired of this sound. grrrrrrrrrr
10-11-2006, 01:29 PM
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where does everyone get the better bolts from ? acura? and ive seen some people say Home Depot..but when i go there what do i ask for...or better yet look for?
10-11-2006, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by dabusabus1
where does everyone get the better bolts from ? acura? and ive seen some people say Home Depot..but when i go there what do i ask for...or better yet look for?
you can use 40 but i think they are too long for a normal socket. you need a deep socket. no need to use 40.
10-11-2006, 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Rpappi
its in the thread somewhere but if my memory serves me right they are 10mm X 30
you can use 40 but i think they are too long for a normal socket. you need a deep socket. no need to use 40.
you can use 40 but i think they are too long for a normal socket. you need a deep socket. no need to use 40.
10-12-2006, 12:51 PM
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ok i have a question. is there any way besides header wrap that will block heat from it temp sensor. the fans keep kicking on constantly when im stopped because they are putting out so much heat. and im still having my rattling problem does anyone have any more ideas on how to get rid of it before i bring it to the shop.
10-12-2006, 01:07 PM
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i have none of those issues.
10-12-2006, 03:47 PM
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Have you checked your fluid level?
10-15-2006, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by INSPIRE 32V
My experiance with the X-S headers. On my 2000 TL-P
Well noise wise it kinda started to sound like a civic at about 1700RPM. pretty much it would give me a stupid sound at the 1700RPM mark. Power wise didn't notice any difference other than that when i had it flored the tires would chirp shifting from 1st to secound which they didn't with the oem. Also it could here a fizzing sound at high RPM's. Bottom line i don't think i will install these on my 02 TL-S. wasen't worth it for it. I might put the Comptech Headers. as long as they don't have any stupid rattles or cheap sounds coming from them.
Well noise wise it kinda started to sound like a civic at about 1700RPM. pretty much it would give me a stupid sound at the 1700RPM mark. Power wise didn't notice any difference other than that when i had it flored the tires would chirp shifting from 1st to secound which they didn't with the oem. Also it could here a fizzing sound at high RPM's. Bottom line i don't think i will install these on my 02 TL-S. wasen't worth it for it. I might put the Comptech Headers. as long as they don't have any stupid rattles or cheap sounds coming from them.
10-15-2006, 11:31 PM
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yup even with my sound issues im having i like the headers. tons more power. 1-2 will spin. and in the rain i can get the tires to spin with a rolling start in 3rd.
10-15-2006, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by DAVERUBINO
Wow, that's a shame. I installed a set on my 2000 TL-P myself with hand tools and jackstands and I love the crap out of them. I have no noises (except from my tires spinning) no leaks, no fitment issues, no resonance, no nothing except a LOT more power once my computer adjusted and is sweet with my Apexi catback. On dry roads now with my auto from a stop, I can spin right thru 1st into 2nd and I could spin just a little of 1st before.
10-16-2006, 04:13 AM
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The ECU doesn't 'learn' it adjusts parameters, within limits, based on feedback from sensors. It does this all the time when the engine is running. Think about it. Does anyone unplug their ECU after they fill the tank with 87 octane so it can 'learn' about the new fuel?
10-16-2006, 06:03 AM
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Originally Posted by stRodda
did you disconnect your battery or just let ecu adjust itself over time?
Absolutely ^ Yes, just drive it and it will adjust to your driving. Big difference in about a week depending on how much you drive. I don't drive much so it might have taken a bit longer.
10-16-2006, 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by DAVERUBINO
The ECU doesn't 'learn' it adjusts parameters, within limits, based on feedback from sensors. It does this all the time when the engine is running. Think about it. Does anyone unplug their ECU after they fill the tank with 87 octane so it can 'learn' about the new fuel?
Absolutely ^ Yes, just drive it and it will adjust to your driving. Big difference in about a week depending on how much you drive. I don't drive much so it might have taken a bit longer.
Absolutely ^ Yes, just drive it and it will adjust to your driving. Big difference in about a week depending on how much you drive. I don't drive much so it might have taken a bit longer.
Please explain how a car will 'adjust to your driving'. I am honestly confused by this statement. Forget about modifications. The implication is that if someone drives sedately, they'll end up with one kind of car (less hp and less tq?). Whereas, if someone drives at WOT almost all the time, they'll end up with another kind?
10-16-2006, 01:12 PM
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OK well i went to the shop to get an expert opinion about the rattling sound. and he said that the sound is because i had my exhaust resonaters removed. and the sound is shooting strait through and is just making a twangy noise. he said that if i change my exhaust or add resonators too it. it should stop. any opinion on this?
10-16-2006, 06:04 PM
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i got the same noise and still have my resonator.
Some where i read that the flex bellows might be the problem.
I'm having the forward one fitted with a straight pipe. possibly replacing the flex bellow before the cat.
Some where i read that the flex bellows might be the problem.
I'm having the forward one fitted with a straight pipe. possibly replacing the flex bellow before the cat.
10-16-2006, 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by SoCalwarrior
i got the same noise and still have my resonator.
Some where i read that the flex bellows might be the problem.
I'm having the forward one fitted with a straight pipe. possibly replacing the flex bellow before the cat.
Some where i read that the flex bellows might be the problem.
I'm having the forward one fitted with a straight pipe. possibly replacing the flex bellow before the cat.
10-16-2006, 07:14 PM
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^^^Check to see if the O2 sensor is loose. I just installed these XS headers over the weekend and noticed that the O2 sensor wouldn't go in all the way. Drove around for awhile then I started to hear a rattle. Re-tightened the O2 and the sound was gone.
10-16-2006, 07:19 PM
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no i tried that. its on there good it spun about 6 times so i know that its in there. its more of a twang that a rattle. im looking into a new axle back system.
10-16-2006, 08:02 PM
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I have my exhaust resonators removed, but I do have HKS Super Draggers. No odd noises here.
Have you tried unbolting the headers and re-aligning them? Any metal shards in the cat?
Have you tried unbolting the headers and re-aligning them? Any metal shards in the cat?
10-16-2006, 08:04 PM
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i have tried that. no nothing in the cat. im looking for someone with the stock exhaust and the resonators removed. the guy said that a different exhaust should fix the issue. so im looking around.
10-17-2006, 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by MikePA
Dave, it wasn't clear what your 'Absolutely' was referring to.
Please explain how a car will 'adjust to your driving'. I am honestly confused by this statement. Forget about modifications. The implication is that if someone drives sedately, they'll end up with one kind of car (less hp and less tq?). Whereas, if someone drives at WOT almost all the time, they'll end up with another kind?
Please explain how a car will 'adjust to your driving'. I am honestly confused by this statement. Forget about modifications. The implication is that if someone drives sedately, they'll end up with one kind of car (less hp and less tq?). Whereas, if someone drives at WOT almost all the time, they'll end up with another kind?
10-17-2006, 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Rpappi
i have tried that. no nothing in the cat. im looking for someone with the stock exhaust and the resonators removed. the guy said that a different exhaust should fix the issue. so im looking around.
You have some sort of resonance. What it is we dont know. It could be your just hearing the exhaust now due to the headers, or you actually have a resonance. Which i would loosen all bolts, even the manifold bolts and realign every thing.
10-17-2006, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I started out with the stock muflers and no resonators after the swap. Its not that. The only reason it might go away with a aftermarket exhaust is that it may make more noise so that you just dont hear it anymore.
10-17-2006, 10:17 PM
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Just got mine installed Sunday evening. Actually finished Saturday morning. I worked with a friends dad who loves doing work on cars, but it took me around six hours because he had me do most of the work. Not a bad thing, I just didn't know what I was doing.
So, I was tired and aching afterwards, but learned a lot! They sound awesome. They look great! No resonance, and no fitment issues. Only problem during install was breaking a bolt...That was crappy.
I do have a question though. He said that not having a heatshield could be an issue. Can anyone confirm or deny this? Thanks guys.
So, I was tired and aching afterwards, but learned a lot! They sound awesome. They look great! No resonance, and no fitment issues. Only problem during install was breaking a bolt...That was crappy.
I do have a question though. He said that not having a heatshield could be an issue. Can anyone confirm or deny this? Thanks guys.
10-17-2006, 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by ryebreadisme
Just got mine installed Sunday evening. Actually finished Saturday morning. I worked with a friends dad who loves doing work on cars, but it took me around six hours because he had me do most of the work. Not a bad thing, I just didn't know what I was doing.
So, I was tired and aching afterwards, but learned a lot! They sound awesome. They look great! No resonance, and no fitment issues. Only problem during install was breaking a bolt...That was crappy.
I do have a question though. He said that not having a heatshield could be an issue. Can anyone confirm or deny this? Thanks guys.
So, I was tired and aching afterwards, but learned a lot! They sound awesome. They look great! No resonance, and no fitment issues. Only problem during install was breaking a bolt...That was crappy.
I do have a question though. He said that not having a heatshield could be an issue. Can anyone confirm or deny this? Thanks guys.
10-17-2006, 11:56 PM
#358
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I started out with the stock muflers and no resonators after the swap. Its not that. The only reason it might go away with a aftermarket exhaust is that it may make more noise so that you just dont hear it anymore.
You have some sort of resonance. What it is we dont know. It could be your just hearing the exhaust now due to the headers, or you actually have a resonance. Which i would loosen all bolts, even the manifold bolts and realign every thing.
You have some sort of resonance. What it is we dont know. It could be your just hearing the exhaust now due to the headers, or you actually have a resonance. Which i would loosen all bolts, even the manifold bolts and realign every thing.
10-19-2006, 08:41 PM
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grrr. i have gone to 2 different places and both have told me somthing different. why cant there be atleast one good exhaust guy in my area. its starting to get on my nerves.
anyone from the tacoma seattle area have a good exhaust guy.
anyone from the tacoma seattle area have a good exhaust guy.
10-24-2006, 01:04 AM
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im ready to bid for some headers on ebay, but i just want to make sure i know what i need before hand. so i have a 03, would the oem gaskets be fine? and what about header to head o rings? (sorry i was reading though but im not that car literate) and where would i order the parts from? thanks