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05-07-2019, 08:49 AM | #1 |
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XForce UEL uncatted headers
Hey, first post here I'm thinking of getting UEL headers for my 86, but since I'm from Australia and my budget isn't the largest, my options seem to be very limited. I've had a look at a couple options, and the cheapest ones I could find were the Ultrex, Empire Performance and XForce UEL headers. I can't seem to find anything at all on Empire Performance, so I think I've eliminated those as an option. I've heard some decent stuff about Ultrex, but also some bad stuff. Same goes for XForce. However, that's mostly been with other vehicles such as WRX's, Holden Commodores, Ford Falcons, etc etc. I can't seem to find a lot on their products for the twins. I have also read a couple of things indicating that XForce has upped their quality in recent years (2015+), so I'm leaning towards XForce at the moment. Just wanted to post here to see if anyone has had any experience with either Ultrex's or XForce's exhaust sytems.
XForce header: https://xforce.com.au/product/hs-t86-02kit/ Ultrex header: https://www.ultrex.com.au/ultrex-une...r-subaru-brz-t Thanks |
05-07-2019, 05:22 PM | #2 |
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Find a 17+ oem header and decat that puppy with s hammer snd screwdriver, use the saved money on more tune time.
The only advantage a cheap aftermarket header has over a oem is it is catless. Look at the dimensions of the aftermarket vs the oem before you pull the trigger. Opinions may vary
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I also have the ULTREX overpipe. 2.5", Excellent value, mine is wrapped.
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This is why you wrap the overpipe, a thin layer of paint does nothing IRT radiant heat.
Same for the header, this is why a decat OEM header works so well, it has its OEM heat sheilding and with the cat removed flows extremely well. The OEM header also has larger primaries than most cheap aftermarket headers and is actually designed quite well. The only header I would look at is the SME EL or the ACE header. But you will pay for the privilege, upwards of 1.5k. Be aware not all headers will fit our RHD cars. The header choice is the most important bolt on part when it comes to NA performance, but, you can piss money away very easily for little to no gain. With a oem decat and a tuner who knows what he is doing you will make much more power than and expensive header and a sub par tune. These cars are strangled with emmisions hardware and the oem tune. I am also in Sydney. Click on the link in my sig to see how I skinned this particular cat.... Opinions may vary
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I have the Xforce uel header/ overpipe combo. Currently using it with the MXP Comp RS catback and a custom front pipe with a resonator. I Personally love my set up. It can be loud at times ie: cold starts are ridiculous. but with the V4 Open Flash tune, they eliminated the high rpm cold start and it is significantly quieter.
Build quality is kind of what you'd expect for $500 headers, not the best but will definitely last you. plus it's like you're getting an overpipe for free. |
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