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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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Is it really worth it for a header that does next to nothing?
Old Jul 22, 2010 | 09:41 PM
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Remember to post a video then!!! GL
Old Jul 22, 2010 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by allenxtc
Maybe 30" resonator x 2 will work good!
How about I just get one big 8' long resonator and bend it to fit along the underside of my car!

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Is it really worth it for a header that does next to nothing?
I felt a considerable difference after installing my megan header.

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Remember to post a video then!!! GL
Will do!
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Originally Posted by tCtCtC
Is it really worth it for a header that does next to nothing?
I dun think it does! gees, ppl like me care abt exhaust sounding lol
Old Jul 22, 2010 | 09:44 PM
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Then throw on a bigger resonator if you want to keep it that much. Not much question.
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Originally Posted by SergeantBiscuits
How about I just get one big 8' long resonator and bend it to fit along the underside of my car!


I felt a considerable difference after installing my megan header.


Will do!
I have thougt of it. but think deeply, when u look at all ur reciept, it almost can equal to a nice coilover lol
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Originally Posted by tCtCtC
Then throw on a bigger resonator if you want to keep it that much. Not much question.
We've already established that. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by allenxtc
I have thougt of it. but think deeply, when u look at all ur reciept, it almost can equal to a nice coilover lol
I already have suspension, haha. Also I got the header for $140 from my buddy, the glasspacks are only $25 each, and a resonator would be $100. I'm welding/installing everything myself, so it really isn't that bad, especially for having a car that sounds nice and unique!
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Originally Posted by SergeantBiscuits
I already have suspension, haha. Also I got the header for $140 from my buddy, the glasspacks are only $25 each, and a resonator would be $100. I'm welding/installing everything myself, so it really isn't that bad, especially for having a car that sounds nice and unique!
gotcha! Its nice to hv a da tools to do it urself, yeh, i totally agree wif you! The sound of the car represent the driver's taste too !
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Originally Posted by SergeantBiscuits
I felt a considerable difference after installing my megan header.
ehh thats a lie cause i have the same header and its crap
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 01:07 AM
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Originally Posted by FlintMica2005
ehh thats a lie cause i have the same header and its crap
You're a lie! And crap!
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 01:16 AM
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lmaooooo im just being honest i dont feel ____ with mine
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by FlintMica2005
lmaooooo im just being honest i dont feel ____ with mine
Maybe you installed it backwards.

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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 06:30 AM
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Wait, has anyone done a review of the megan racing drift spec yet? I'd be happy to write one up.
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by SergeantBiscuits
Just a little over $300.
where did you get it from?
Old Jul 25, 2010 | 02:37 AM
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Hey, I'm looking an getting an exhaust/ CAI on my 4.0 edition, I'm going with an injen for my CAI, but I'm torn inbetween getting a TRD, or the HKS hi power exhaust. They both sound good but I just can't decide.
Old Jul 25, 2010 | 02:55 AM
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all personal preference. trd is quieter then the hks. hks is a canister, trd is a oem style.

all based on what you think is best
Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:32 AM
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You say quieter, but is the HKS to the point of being obnoxious? I do not want to sound like a ricer going around the streets.
Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:44 AM
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hks is alot louder then the trd. there is droan with the hks. canister style exhausts are naturally louder then OEM style axlebacks.

it wont sound like a ricer since you have no header and it wont be ricey. its just louder then the trd.
Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:46 AM
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Alright thanks a lot, the canister just gives it more resonance I suppose. Still a little undecided but I'll figure it out when the time comes.



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