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Julian i know you used this on the top part of the DP and i was wondering how you all like this stuff? I"m thinking of putting on my headers (stock ones) and the turbo heat sheild when i get it cut, and .... well you get the point. Not that I'm a huge heat fanatic but if cans are not too expensive then it might be worth it.

spazegun2213 wrote:Julian i know you used this on the top part of the DP and i was wondering how you all like this stuff? I"m thinking of putting on my headers (stock ones) and the turbo heat sheild when i get it cut, and .... well you get the point. Not that I'm a huge heat fanatic but if cans are not too expensive then it might be worth it.

You can also port and polish your headers while they are off...all you need is a dremel, an extension and some sanding/smoothing bits.

There are a couple foresters who have done that w/ STi '05 exhaust manifolds(what you call headers)

sirwilliam wrote: You can also port and polish your headers while they are off...all you need is a dremel, an extension and some sanding/smoothing bits.

Not a bad idea....... not at all.....

Ohh, you're gonna love this then.

In addition to the Tuner Pro, I also have some spare exhaust manifolds (same manifolds for the 20 and 25, except the up pipe). I was thinking about PnPing them and selling them with a core charge. If you are interested in doing this stuff on your own time while still having the car to drive, I could just do the refundable core charge.

Oh Im a bad man, bustin' out scheemes on my friends.

Just a note we found that the exhaust manifolds on the '04 and '05 STi are slightly different. The '05 flows better being that the inside diameter is slightly larger.

Good to know. I only had experience with the '04 STi manifolds.

Thanks for the info.

sirwilliam wrote:Just a note we found that the exhaust manifolds on the '04 and '05 STi are slightly different. The '05 flows better being that the inside diameter is slightly larger.

Really? That's very interesting. What did you measure the ID with? Did you separate the manifold into all three pieces before making this conclusion, or did you just notice this from the exhaust ports?

Almost makes me reconsider installing teh Borla header I've got at my parent's garage. Hmmm....

bluscooby23 wrote:

sirwilliam wrote:Just a note we found that the exhaust manifolds on the '04 and '05 STi are slightly different. The '05 flows better being that the inside diameter is slightly larger.

Really? That's very interesting. What did you measure the ID with? Did you separate the manifold into all three pieces before making this conclusion, or did you just notice this from the exhaust ports?

Almost makes me reconsider installing teh Borla header I've got at my parent's garage. Hmmm....

Actually, I didn't physically measure it but someone else did and posted the results. I would prefer the Borla over the '05 OEM STi exhaust manifold b/c it has even better flow...or you could grab some nice equal lengths but then you will sound more like a porsche than a suby

I will try to find the exact thread and measurements to post for you.

Black Satin isn't that expensive compared to powder coating. My feeling on it is, while the parts are out, you might as well treat them to a nice coating of it. It can't do any harm!

sabre wrote:Black Satin isn't that expensive compared to powder coating. My feeling on it is, while the parts are out, you might as well treat them to a nice coating of it. It can't do any harm!

^^Word!

Also, a brainy friend(who is pretty knowledgeable on suby parts sent me this:

"Will, IIRC the is a slight difference. The STi exhaust manifold is a bit larger particularly in the cross over section. The pipe that connects the left and right sides. 04 and 05 are the same for both the XT's and STi's. If you find out something different let me know, but I think have this right."

I am still trying to find the thread w/ the exact measurements.

Anyone know where i can get some black satin localy? I think i might do all of this this break, assuming i cant fit in some tuning somewhere.

If you can find any, I can "lend" you some I'm leaving for FL Sat. morning though and coming back Wed. When are you in town till?

As much as I'd like to do it now, I can wait till I come back for good. Thanks though.. so now the question is where can i get this stuff online?

See that liittle button called "Search" Sorry, just had to play with ya Ross

Black Satin. (you can get it in spray from speedwaymotors.com for $20) Data on it http://www.caswellplating.com/aids/techline/

From one of my posts a long time ago.

hehehe

*snicker*

and so DCAWD takes a step towards NASIOC...

^^^^ Dude, that is SO not funny...

sabre wrote:^^^^ Dude, that is SO not funny...

sure it is, because i'm not serious.


wait, are you pissed about the "google" part or the "NASIOC" part?

lol, not pissed at all


But comparing us to NABISCO? That was so hurtful...