JDL UEL vs. Revworks UEL

[brzadmir]

As far as numbers go out of these two headers, which one produces the best numbers? I've tried searching all over the forum for both headers on a stock vehicle dyno'd but havent come across anything for JDL so comparing the two is very hard to go about. Anyone have experience with each header and can chime in? I am looking to purchase a UEL header reason being really looking for that Subaru growl but, as far as performance goes which header performs better than the other? Also, as far as note, i understand both headers are UEL but, which header has the better note?

BTW: If i was looking for the best performing header, I'd wait for Nameless EL but, I am not a big fan of the EL note so I'll sacrifice a few ponies for the Subaru growl. Maybe down the road, ill eventually purchase a Nameless header, there design is flat out AMAZING.

[ATL BRZ]

Can't go wrong with @JDLAutoDesign . Their craftsmanship is second to none. I haven't seen any dynos of the JDL UEL header on a completely stock car but I've seen a 205whp pull on E85 with a headerback and intake , that's the highest n/a output I've seen any FA20 put down so far...

I think there will be a few more dynos soon when the JDL headers start shipping.

[stockysnail]

I have a friend that has the Revworks with a tune and I ordered the JDL so we will have a direct comparison with the same tune once mine finally get here and get a tune in about 5 weeks.

I was in the same boat as you with UEL and if I wanted performance only going with Nameless.

[FR-S Matt]

JDL comes with a lifetime warranty.

Rev Works comes with a 1 year warranty.

That's probably one of the biggest things to consider with the price difference. Probably not much difference in the performance of both together when tuned.

[ATL BRZ]

Originally Posted by FR-S Matt

JDL comes with a lifetime warranty.

Rev Works comes with a 1 year warranty.

That's probably one of the biggest things to consider with the price difference. Probably not much difference in the performance of both together when tuned.

Forgot about that key point, which was why I went with JDL.

Also JDL include flex joints on their header tubing for durability, RW does not.

[FR-S Matt]

Originally Posted by ATL BRZ

Forgot about that key point, which was why I went with JDL.

Also JDL include flex joints on their header tubing for durability, RW does not.

I question the need for flex joints. Probably a tracker would want them, but I personally think they're pointless for someone that DD's or drives spirited. I asked Rev Works about that as well and they didn't feel a need for it. One of those preference options which is good since there is a nice variety of UEL's now for our car.

[Simmons]

I don't know anything about the RW header.

But I do know the Quality and Performance on my JDL UEL is Amazing.


Simmons

[Opposed]

My RevWorks has been flawless, and performs great. No complaints. The JDL looks fantastic though. The lifetime warrenty seems nice too. It may come down to price??? The RW is a few hundred cheaper if im not mistaken...

[topazsparrow]

The First UEL header on the market with a cat would have my money in an instant. It's too bad neither of these brands offer such a thing at this time

[Norkoastal]

Originally Posted by topazsparrow

The First UEL header on the market with a cat would have my money in an instant. It's too bad neither of these brands offer such a thing at this time

X2... He who shall take my money will remain Nameless..

[greenguy101]

I have the RevWorks and couldn't be happier. The build quality is amazing and their customer service is top notch. I don't have any personal experience with JDL so I can't comment on their products or customer service.

[ramiram1984]

Ditto ^^

[FR-S Matt]

You really can't go wrong with either header. You will be happy with both and they are both high quality USA headers. No arguing that.

[TyperRspec789]

I chose the JDL over the RevWorks mostly because of the collector design. You can also notice that the JDL collector is later than the Revworks- right at the flange.

Idk, when I look at header designs, I like to see long primary piping. The JDL maximizes the piping length with having the collector as late as possible. I'm sure you can't go wrong with either product.