Are Long Tube Headers Legal? (Does any state permit them?)

Are Long Tube Headers Legal? (Does any state permit them?)

I was about to buy an expensive set of long tube headers. Their horsepower boost, along with a booming sound, convinced me to buy them. Nevertheless, a friend of mine suggested reconsidering the decision since I live in a state where these headers are not legal. Long tube headers are illegal in most states in…

1 3 4 Vs 1 7 8 Headers (Performance and Sound Comparison)

1 3 4 Vs 1 7 8 Headers (Performance and Sound Comparison)

One of my buddies couldn’t decide what header to choose for his heavily modified car. He was intrigued by 1-7/8 headers but questioned whether the extra cost was justified. After reviewing his car and seeing its potential for power, I strongly suggested upgrading to a 1-7/8 header. And why is that? The 1-7/8-headers will be…

How Hot Do Headers Get? (What are the possible Causes?)

How Hot Do Headers Get? (What are the possible Causes?)

I see many car owners concerned about their headers getting too hot. How Hot Do Headers Get? The truth is that headers are expected to heat up. Having said that, you should ensure that the header’s temperature does not exceed a certain point. For that, it is necessary to understand temperature profiles under different driving…

How To Clean Stainless Steel Headers? (Causes and Solutions)

How To Clean Stainless Steel Headers? (Causes and Solutions)

I experienced a dramatic increase in power after I installed headers on my exhaust system. However, over time, I noticed that the extra power was diminishing. So I immediately jacked up my car and checked my exhaust. Soon, my eyes caught sight of the stains and rust build-up on the header. Thankfully, cleaning them fixed…

Do Test Pipes Add Horsepower? (Should They Be Tuned?)

Do Test Pipes Add Horsepower? (Should They Be Tuned?)

Test pipes have almost nothing to dislike. In addition to the affordability, they are incredibly easy to install. However, one thing I was skeptical about was whether this pipe would increase a car’s horsepower. So I began using test pipes for a more thorough investigation. And guess what I discovered? The pipe indeed improves horsepower,…

Test Pipe Vs. Downpipe (Exploring the Major Differences)

Test Pipe Vs. Downpipe (Exploring the Major Differences)

Looking at the features of test pipes and downpipes, you would assume they are the same. One of my neighbors had similar thoughts and bought a downpipe without thinking twice about it. Now he regrets the decision as a test pipe would have served his purpose far better. Test pipes and downpipes differ primarily in…

Difference Between Resonated Vs Non-Resonated J-Pipe

Difference Between Resonated Vs Non-Resonated J-Pipe

If you want to make your awesome car louder and stronger, then modifying the exhaust system is the ideal way to do so. Resonated and non-resonated exhaust systems work differently. So, it is obvious that resonated and non-resonated j-pipes offer different performances as well. The key difference between resonated and non-resonated j-pipe lies in their…