Hi im new to this board and i was wondering.. I plan to make future mods to my G35 and i love the exhaust note but i want it to be louder and im looking to add quik hp. I am considering putting on headers and taking off the resonater pipes. My first question is would this make my car sound like a import or will will it just give me more hp and a stronger exhaust note. I also plan on putting a cold air intake.

ALso what brand headers are best. I was looking at Stillen, Borla, and Nismo
any favorits. Thank you for your feedback

 

I have an Injen CAI, Megan Racing headers and test pipes.

I have not installed the headers yet, but with the test pipes, it does make the exhaust note louder. However after 3k RPM, it does sound a little ricey, its got the hollow sound to it. Its kinda gay, but its not so bad at the same time. I can't wait to put the headers on to see what kinda changes that makes. I'm just not looking forward to the headers install, thats going to be a b**** The CAI and test pipes were easy though.

 

Yea, have FUN with the header install! It's a REAL pain in the you know where! Talk about knuckle buster! It's super tight under there! The driver side is a bit easier, and you can get to most of the bolts from the top, but the passenger side is annoying! Everyday hand tools won't cut it. To make your life a whole lot easier make sure you also have the following; those nifty rachet-action hand wrenches (size 14mm and 10mm) in both long and short form, a medium length rachet with a flex-head design, rachet extensions (various lengths from 3" to longer than 12"), and don't forget some good old WD40. Last but not least, give yourself PLENTY of time! I did mine on my back, with my G's front-end on stands. On a lift with more room, one may be able to get the job in the 5 hours they claim it takes, but alone, on your back, with just two hands, expect it to take longer! I hope this helps. If you have any other questions, feel free to drop me a line.

 

thanks man will do

 

I own a shop with a few racks and full tools, I have the resources, its still gonna take some time though. When I do eventually get around to it, I'll let you all know how it went.

 

Be very careful when you or somebody else is installing your headers. The angle sensor and spiral cable can break if it is turned to many times. Very expensive to replace. Just my .02