Custom fabricated EL headers question
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I may be able to source a custom-fabricated equal-length set of headers, but I am not sure if I can just slap the RR Racing tune on it and hope it will work. So my question is, would I need to fine-calibrate this with RR Racing or is the tuned mapping quite forgiving and broad-spectrum in terms of working with different brands of headers (NOVEL, PPE, SIKKY, etc). In fact, is that tune specifically made for PPE's headers only??
I may be able to source a custom-fabricated equal-length set of headers, but I am not sure if I can just slap the RR Racing tune on it and hope it will work. So my question is, would I need to fine-calibrate this with RR Racing or is the tuned mapping quite forgiving and broad-spectrum in terms of working with different brands of headers (NOVEL, PPE, SIKKY, etc). In fact, is that tune specifically made for PPE's headers only??
The ISF made 400whp with exhaust and headers (sikky v.1 & ppe unequal length headers). With no tune at all.This was overly proven throughout time, up until RR Racing came out with a tune and increased the power to 415whp. I’m not sure if RR Racing ever got around to test a sikky v.1 or v.2 header on their shop car. I do know there preferred choice is PPE as they have them installed in their shop car. To my understanding, there tune is a self learning tune in General is installed only once. With the exception of their tuned intake setup or unless you want a personalized tune specifically tailored to your car. In which case you’ll have to work with them on a one on one basis and send them more info.
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The ISF made 400whp with exhaust and headers (sikky v.1 & ppe unequal length headers). With no tune at all.This was overly proven throughout time, up until RR Racing came out with a tune and increased the power to 415whp. I’m not sure if RR Racing ever got around to test a sikky v.1 or v.2 header on their shop car. I do know there preferred choice is PPE as they have them installed in their shop car. To my understanding, there tune is a self learning tune in General is installed only once. With the exception of their tuned intake setup or unless you want a personalized tune specifically tailored to your car. In which case you’ll have to work with them on a one on one basis and send them more info.
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performance difference between headers is negligible, so I did it for sound purposes. Equal length headers produce a different (better to my ears) sound than unequal length headers. I think I posted a video in the equal length headers thread.
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So this is most likely as I suspected, thanks for the input!
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Hello,
I may be able to source a custom-fabricated equal-length set of headers, but I am not sure if I can just slap the RR Racing tune on it and hope it will work. So my question is, would I need to fine-calibrate this with RR Racing or is the tuned mapping quite forgiving and broad-spectrum in terms of working with different brands of headers (NOVEL, PPE, SIKKY, etc). In fact, is that tune specifically made for PPE's headers only??
I may be able to source a custom-fabricated equal-length set of headers, but I am not sure if I can just slap the RR Racing tune on it and hope it will work. So my question is, would I need to fine-calibrate this with RR Racing or is the tuned mapping quite forgiving and broad-spectrum in terms of working with different brands of headers (NOVEL, PPE, SIKKY, etc). In fact, is that tune specifically made for PPE's headers only??
I will say though... do not get Novel headers if you plan on Supercharging. The smaller primary pipes (vs PPE) and the crazy bends on the runners result in increased backpressure and about 30hp loss vs PPE on supercharged cars.
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The difference between EL vs non-EL in terms of the tune is negligible.
I will say though... do not get Novel headers if you plan on Supercharging. The smaller primary pipes (vs PPE) and the crazy bends on the runners result in increased backpressure and about 30hp loss vs PPE on supercharged cars.
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I will say though... do not get Novel headers if you plan on Supercharging. The smaller primary pipes (vs PPE) and the crazy bends on the runners result in increased backpressure and about 30hp loss vs PPE on supercharged cars.
Rafi
Thanks Rafi! That is a very helpful tip for me as I do plan on boosting the car in the future (when I win the lotto). I'll be sure to pass this note onto my fabricator as well.
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