08-28-2019, 04:05 PM | #1 |
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How is the Skunk2 Alpha EL Header?
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I'm currently looking to upgrade my setup with new headers. Been contemplating between UEL and EL but came across what seems to be a pretty good deal. $325 for a Skunk2 Alpha EL Header, used for roughly 12000 km. I want a little more performance and the added sound is an extra bonus. Don't want anything too loud, currently only have a TRD Catback Exhaust with OFT Stage 1 Tune. Do any of you have any experience with these headers or know if they're any good? I'm unable to find a lot of information about them online. Thank you! |
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They're going to be quite a bit louder than the stock manifold.
Sound clips in here: http://blog.fteightysix.com/skunk2-alpha-header-review/ https://www.ft86club.com/forums/show....php?p=2059985 It's about $700 brand new, decide for yourself if that's a good enough deal. https://www.ft86motorsports.com/exha...-fr-s-brz.html
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As with any header check closely for cracks at the welds. Good deals on used headers frequently indicate a problem with them.
It will be REALLY loud with the TRD Catback.
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Can someone thats running a header + tune tell me if a header and OFT tune is worth the money and time, are the gains any worth it?
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I also like the noises my car makes with the UEL header far more than the stock one. |
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