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Old 07-26-2013, 01:13 AM   #1
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Question about the design of Borla EL Headers...

What is the welded in section that is ribbed for, sound? I tried searching and was met with forum overload...

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What is the welded in section that is ribbed for, sound? I tried searching and was met with forum overload...

Those are flexible sections to account for expansion and movement of the block etc.
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Thanks, is it still smooth on the inside?
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Thanks, is it still smooth on the inside?
Yes, those flex sections are 2 piece. Smooth inside, ribbed outside.
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Hmmm, I guess that make since. Thanks for clarifying it.
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