Corvette C6 Exhaust Header Install - Speed Engineering longtube Headers Corvette
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- C6 Corvette long tube header install how to on my 2008 C6 Corvette with Borla Atak exhaust, Plus first start and revs!
Ceramic Coating My Headers Link: • Cerakote Exhaust Heade...
i think you should’ve gave the headphone users a warning 😂 but this video gave me more confidence to install mine when i do get the car 👍🏽
My apologies to the headphone crowd 😂 and I'm glad to hear it! Just don't get in a rush and you will be good to go!
Howd the install go ?
Nice work man, my buddy has a lift but his wife never let's him do anything, so it looks like I'll be doing this on my back again. Just wanted to say nice shot on how nice they tuck up, unlike more expensive ones that people complain about dragging/scrapping the ground. I did lots of research before buying. Was just trying to see how high the jack stands were, but got alot more info. I gotta fabricate this jba x-pipe to fit cause speed engineering keeps pushing the out of stock date back but if there is a will there's a way. Thanks man have a good one
Sorry for the late reply, Thank you! Sounds like he should hook you up with that lift if he's not using it lol totally doable on jacks though like you saw. If you have any question during the install feel free to ask. I'm happy to help!
Sounds badass man. I've got a set of JBAs coming with Borla Atak catback system in her. I'm hoping I get a sound close to yours when I add the headers.
Cool content.
She going to sound great!
Thank you, I appreciate that.
For those doing it, do NOT tighten the headers up until you have the X-pipe connected. You will hate your life, and that play will make all the difference.
Bruh, multiple angles and stuff? 🔥 noice!
And renew those tabs 🤩
I feel like it's getting a bit better finally lol thank you! And I know :/ lol I need to get the led license plate lights in too.
Mitch Carveth definitely! Just wait and see how things will look a year from now 👀 keep going man
Thank you brother! I can't wait 😁
Thanks for the video man , gonna try it myself now. Added Corsa sports but still too quiet
You're welcome! It's going to sound sick with that exhaust setup.
I can't believe you did this on the ground without a hoist. But it's great that you did! Know every who doesn't have access to a hoist can even do it in their driveway too.
Awesome video 👍
Thank you! Wasn't too bad, the clutch swap on my back was a bit of a pain lol
1:24 "and i did notice" THE MISSING BOLT! I knew you were going to say it because you started walking to the passenger side and the same one is missing on my 05 LS2.
Just bought me one and she's gorgeous...just about ready to add headers and your video gave so much motivation....to work I go!!!
I’m glad to hear it! You’re going to love her even more when you’re done!
Great job man , i wish i could do the job same as good as you !, btw bro how much time did it took to you to complete the job??
I’m installing my headers tomorrow and this video made me feel very comfortable with doing it myself ever ! I really appreciate you 👌🏼
Glad to hear it !
Well, how did it go?
It went pretty good! Really easy ! 💪🏼
@@MitchCarveth so did it reduce the heat
How’re the headers? I hear they end up having issues
Crazy. I have the SAME car, borla all the way
Sounds like you've got great taste as well
@@MitchCarveth yeah man, just threw on the same speed engineering setup. Sounds amazing 💯 I appreciate you making the video. It helped
Awesome sounds great, I’ve got the same setup but a corsa axle back… I’m curious do you regret not getting high flow cats or do you like the sound? I can’t seem to find a video of both of them to compare how much louder it really is catless
No regrets at all going without cats, the sound is tame when I want it to be and loud when i want it to be loud.
@@MitchCarveth that was the answer I was looking for, how’s the smell?
I've heard the clamps need to be replaced. When I see on the site they offer upgraded clamps, did you go with those? Or do those also need to be upgraded due to getting loose?
I'm running the set that came with the kit right now. The clamps that connect the xpipe to the mufflers have needed to be tightened every couple weeks but I do daily drive it kinda hard lol I will be upgrading the clamps over the winter when I take the car apart.
@@MitchCarveth
Not having cats and untuned, did it affect your idle at all?
@8:02 Anti-seize. A mechanics best friend 👍🏻
How is the ceracoat holding up? Would you have done something different now that you have had some time on the headers?
It's doing great, About halfway or so through this video you can see how it's holding up.
th-cam.com/video/4TBHKQSce00/w-d-xo.html
How has the cerakote held up since you installed the headers (long term review)?
It’s holding up great! When I do the cam install I will do another review on how it’s still holding up.
Man, I am impressed with the look of your headers. Turned out Great!
Thanks man! i cant wait to do the truck headers now.
How are the speed engineering headers running now? (Are they good? Any issues? Etc.?)
Only issue so far is the clamps loosening up, the sound and noticeable power gains make up for it though lol Im trying to get a quick exhaust video out Friday before work, then do a little review on what to expect after install. I'll more than likely be on the look out for better clamps real soon.
Do you have any problems with the headers, eating, spark, plug wires?
No problem with that at all. The ceramic coating helps a lot and having the correct length plug wires really helps.
Hey Mitch - Do you have a full parts list that you used? If not, could you update the description? (would be much appreciated) Headers, gaskets, studs, harness, clamps, O2 anti seize, etc etc.
I just watched your video. I bought the Texas Speed headers and x pipe. My vette is already low. I hope my headers don't scrape the ground.
Be careful with your approaches getting in and out of parking lots mostly. Or have a buddy with a welder lol, Im sure you will be fine just keep a look out for more aggressive than usual speed bumps as well.
Literally been watching this video and two others for months. And TODAY I finally ordered my speed engineering headers for my C6 coupe. (M/T) can’t wait. I think here yours has the Borla Ataks already. Mine has an SLP Loudmouth II, hoping for a similar sound like yours. ✌️
You are going to love it! Not sure if you've seen this video but it gives you a better idea of how she sounds.
th-cam.com/video/nHL2oRxMb1o/w-d-xo.html
How did yours come out? Have the same setup. Looking to install this month
Is yours Dry Sump (aka GS)?
Dude I’m really not trying to fuck with you at all but first you wrap your headers in plastic to “not get scratched” then you fire you’re car up completely lifted on jack stands, like Simon man tighten up bro. I never wish a car guy I’ll will but I woulda laughed if that thing kicked off the stands and snapped a wheel bearing. Sounds god though and great looking car aside from those “corvette” wheels”
What do you mean cancel th rear o2 sensor? So I won't be needing the rear 02?
with the headers and Xpipe you end up removing the rear O2s completely. you will be fine driving but you will have a check engine light until the O2 sensors are turned off using a tuner.
Mitch about that head bolt was it broken I have a C6 Corvette the same boat look broke what was going on there? ? ?💪💪
Unfortunately they tend to break when people try to remove them without penatration lube. I recommend getting ARP bolts and use anti seize when installing the new ones. Once I remove the heads its going to be interesting getting the broken bolt out, I had to weld a nut to the broken bolt on my truck heads and back it out.
Did you have issues putting the oil dipstick back?
Wasn’t an issue, it is much easier with the dipstick not in the tube, did learn that.
Do you need to get a tune when you have headers? Thinking about headers but don’t know if I need to tune it to run it reliably. Don’t care about the power just the sound
You don't "need" a tune with headers but you will have a check engine light on until you delete the two rear 02 sensors from the ecu. Won't cause any harm, just annoying
How has the paint on the headers holding up?
It’s holding up really well
I believe it’s about half way through this video but I have a little update on the headers while they are out of the car.
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I was looking at ordering these for my 2005 and I was wondering if you got the spark plug wires I wasn’t sure if they were needed or not I knew to get the 02 extension and new bolts and such but was curious if the spark plug wires were necessary? Thanks and I enjoyed the video!
Can you leave a link to where you bought them want to buy them for my boyfriend !
Lucky guy! Link:
www.speed-engineering.com/shop-by-vehicle/2007-13-c6-corvette/exhaust/c6-corvette-1-7-8-longtube-headers-x-pipe-2007-13-ls2-ls3-engines.html
Mitch Carveth I know you mentioned on the video that the 02 extensions are necessary for the 2008 c6, do the spark plug wire lengths matter? The 3 options on their website are: none, 10”, or 12”. I’d like to buy them the same way you set yours up.
@@nattybigal1104 when I ordered mine I didn't have the option of lengths, I just looked over my order and it doesn't tell me but I would go with the 12" for sure.
Mitch Carveth thanks buddy. I haven’t created any videos of my vett yet, but I will soon!
I have a 2005 c6 auto 4 speed and the headers and x pipe fit perfect but the axel back exhaust did not line up and touched everywhere I had to get the pipes blended to fit correctly and when I was taking off the stock exhaust I couldn’t take the passenger side off and had to cut it off, is there any axel back exhaust that I could buy that would be a perfect fit?
watching so i can remove my cats no one seems to have made such a video for a vette :(
from what i see i need to mess with spark plugs and a longer bolt to remove the nuts on the manifold :(
Hey man, with Speed Engineering Headers do you think only their Off-road x pipe fits or I could get a different one put in?
I'm honestly not sure, if it's a 3in Xpipe meant for longtubes I'm sure it will work. If it's a cat back Xpipe unfortunately it won't work cause it sits too far forward for the longtubes.
I got a question I have sensors in the manifold that go to the collector. But on my 05 it had sensors past the cats. Where do these go?
Those are your rear (downstream) O2 sensors. Just unplug and tuck up out of the way.
I just got a C6 and I’m wondering if I do long tube headers and a full exhaust it’s going to need a redo mean correct because of a check engine light if I do cat backs will it need the retune?
If you go with cat backs you won’t have a check engine light or need a tune.
@@MitchCarveth thanks for the info man
Mitch
That exhaust sounds awesome!! Enjoy driving the beast on the open road !! Thanks for the video !!
Thank you! And you are welcome, hope I could help!
Is that the "Borla ATAK" exhaust setup???
I just installed the "Speed Engineering" long tube Headers and "Borla Touring" exhaust -
I love it but, it is just slightly more aggressive than the stock exhaust sound...
I'm thinking about changing to the "Borla ATAK" exhaust to hopefully get a more aggressive exhaust sound.
Yessir, it's the Borla ATAK setup. It's definitely more aggressive than the touring. I recommend the ATAK for sure, It's only loud when you want it to be and I don't suffer from drone on the highway.
@@MitchCarveth
Hay Mitch, Do you know what kind of tunning gear I could buy to turn off the two 02 sencers that are not used so I can get rid of the yellow engine light ?
@@CorvetteManBill I recommend HPTuners, that's what I went with. You just go in and turn the rear 02 sensors off and good to go. Once you get comfortable you can write your own tunes to utilize your mods even more.
The bung on the new headers is for the pre cat sensors? Thats a crazy relocation no wonder u need extensions. I was going to run these with just some turn downs but now idk that sensor would be pretty close to the outlet.
Are those the 2” set or 1 7/8”?
Did you choose the ones you got for any reason?
They are 1 7/8”. I went with these so I didn’t loose too much low end or mid range power. 2” would push the power band more to the top end and aren’t really needed until at least 800hp+ or high boost applications.
Do you have a link to the headers and x pipe ?
Mitch… I think you did an awesome 👏🏾 job recording and working at the same time on your vehicle, very detailed and informative you were plus the outcome was impressive guy !!
Well Damn , snds good from here!! 👏🤙😎
Did you stick with the 2.5 inch exhaust or did you go up to the 3"? Fyi get some heat socks for your plug wires or get the ceramic. Safest bet is get ceramic boot plugs and and heat socks for wires.
I went with the 3" to the muffler and agreed
the plug socks I order aren't the correct ones aparently so I'm waiting on another set.
@@MitchCarveth the mufflers 2.5?
Did it throw a check engine light because you removed the primary cats?
Yes, also do to completely removing the rear 02 sensors, they aren't reading so it throws a code. I used HpTuners to delete the rear 02 sensors completely and the engine light went away.
Can you send the link to where you got your headers
Where did you buy the harness extension?
Sorry for the late reply! I ordered the extension from speed-engineering when I ordered the headers.
Where can I buy the 02 sensor wire extenders??
I ordered mine through Speed Engineering when I got the headers.
Still have the stock manifolds? Need a set for my LS swap
Still have the manifolds
Only revd to 4k holy fuck my ears
She gets a bit rowdy lol
how do you pass emissions without cats? i want to put them on but want to pass emissions too.
What brand headers and tube kit did you use?
I got the whole kit from Speed Engineering.
speed-engineering.com/collections/2005-2013-c6-corvette-c6-zo6-exhaust/products/ls1-ls6-c5-corvette-longtube-headers-1-7-8-race-version-x-pipe-stainless-m2
Awesome job my guy!! Im doing the same set up but i got the hooks blackheart exhaust............. Quick question you just had to only coat the new headers right? you didnt have to sand them or anything?
Thanks man, I appreciate it!! that's going to be nasty! I did have to get the headers media blasted before coating them. its best to use #100 grit Aluminum Oxide or Garnet Sand.
@@MitchCarveth thanks.. did you blast them yourself and how long did it take?
Hows the cerakote holding up?
It's holding up great, I'm actually really impressed
Hey man i have a question for u.
Why would u wouldnt or would go with Ebay headers? Have u had bad experiences with those or u think they would fit n work jist fine?
I have a set of SE headers I still need to install on my C6Z, so thanks for posting this. Question, did it look like there was room anywhere to splice in a set of high performance cats in there? I wasn't going to install cats, but I'm not sure I want the smell on my daily driver. Also, I was thinking about wrapping my headers and x-pipe to cool things down in the engine bay and in the car, thoughts on this vs a ceramic coating?
BTW, I heard the clamps on this system are crap, I might have to look into finding something better.
do you have a link to the headers?? thanks
Sorry for the late response, here’s a link
speed-engineering.com/products/ls1-ls6-c5-corvette-longtube-headers-1-7-8-race-version-x-pipe-stainless-m2?_pos=1&_psq=c6-corvette-header&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Why did you not spray the rest of the pipes ??
I didn’t think it through, when I change up the color I’ll be spraying the whole exhaust
Was gonna do these headers but what borla mufflers do you have
I'm running the Borla ATAKs
I also have the Borla ATAK axle back setup but still running factory manifolds. They fit, look and sound AMAZING! I am supercharged also...
This is a great install video! I’m about to buy some headers myself, how bad is the smell with the catless x pipe vs stock? It’s obviously going to be a lot more noticeable but do you regret going catless at all?
Thank you! The smell isnt all that noticeable unless you are standing right behind the car. I was worried the smell would come into the cab but I don't notice it at all.
@@MitchCarveth that’s good to hear. I’ve had cars with long tubes but I had high flow cats on all of them so I was curious. Keep up the good work!
@@bwill03z76 was the high flow cats worth getting?
Awesome explanation on the install, I just caught myself actually writing down notes. Thank you
Glad I could help!
I hate California.
I honestly don’t get how people can even car down there still.
@@MitchCarveth yea ur tellin me. I got a c6 z06 that I’m trying to build up but every part can’t be shipped to me. I think I’m gonna ship out of California
does it drone at all at cruising speed ? dang it man your making me throw cash at my car
No drone at all :) I will have an exhaust sounds video and a review video soon. You will love them, the mid range power on this car has defiantly improved as well.
Do you have any problems with scrapping the headers? Speed bumps, driveways etc.
Haven't had any issues at all with them scrapping and I'm lowered on stock bolts.
Mitch Carveth Thanks! Think I’ll go with these over Texas speed
You're welcome! Not hating on TSP but my buddy has those headers and has already had to weld holes shut because of scrapping on literally everything.
How long should a weekend warrior set side to do this?
If its your first time doing headers I would set the better part of a day to the side just to be safe. Really depends on how stubborn the bolts are on removal and that way you aren't rushed.
How is the cerakote holding up???
It's holding up great, I've got the headers out of the car right now.
@@MitchCarveth Did you notice any reduction of heat with the cerakote?
@@MitchCarveth Any heat reductions?
Does she breathe flames?
Not yet. But soon enough 😈
Sick looking car but why does your wheels say corvette? Do you think people are going to mistake it for a Silverado? 🤔
They say Carveth tho...
Can you use the stock h pipe ?
Unfortunately you cannot, the headers move the H pipe too far back. I recommend the xpipe, it adds a bit more power and far better sound.
How did you tune it afterwards
I used HPtuners for tuning
Cool video nice information!
Nice
Can you drop a link for the exhaust?
Here's a link to the headers, speed-engineering.com/collections/2005-2013-c6-corvette-c6-zo6/products/c6-corvette-1-7-8-longtube-headers-x-pipe-2007-13-ls2-ls3-engines-m2
@@MitchCarveth thanks so much
Did you happen to do any adjustments on any transmission lines? Cause on the website of speed engineering says you have to move some lines around , not sure if counts for the 2012 version
No adjustments on transmission lines. That might be a thing for auto trans. I know If you have a remote oil cooler you will have to remove the lines to get the exhaust in and out.
@@MitchCarveth yeah I have a automatic transmission 2012 c6 base , not sure if mine has trans oil cooler
Do auto corvette have a clutch line?
Did you tune after headers???
Just tuned the rear O2 sensors out so far.
Did you stick with the 2 1/2 inch all the way back?
I kept it 2 1/2 all the way back.
@@MitchCarveth sounds good for stock diameter!
Agreed! I'm very happy with it, just can't wait to drop the cam in her now.
Link to headers?
speed-engineering.com/collections/2005-2013-c6-corvette-c6-zo6-exhaust/products/ls1-ls6-c5-corvette-longtube-headers-1-7-8-race-version-x-pipe-stainless-m2
I love my arctic white 08 C6 too !!!!!
Im interested to buy the same headers.. this is an LS2? Is needed any weld or i can put in my house? Thanks and nice video, new subcriber 😁
Thank you! Mine is LS3 but the kit comes with extra pipe for LS2 or ZO6. You can defiantly do this at home.
@@MitchCarveth and another question, the rear pipes are normaly 2,5", and this tubes out from x pipe i understand is 3". The connection is a problem? Thank you very much!!
The rear pipes reduce down after the x pipe to 2.5" to fit the mufflers.
@@MitchCarveth these headers do fit ls2 tho yes ?
@@6kilo508 they fit LS2, LS3 and LS7 ZO6.
Did you need to buy the spark plug wires from speed engineering?
I did not, I’m still running the AcDelco plug wires.
Are you in Jacksonville, Fl?
I’m up in Washington
@@MitchCarveth I wish you were near; I'm cautious about doing advanced - imo - transfigurations on my Corvette without someone more experienced being present. Thanks, though!
Mannn the sound of a loud corvette lol can’t beat it.
Question.
If I'm going catless and getting a tune.
Do I still need the O2 sensors?
You won’t need the rear O2s
@@MitchCarveth I only ask this because the current spot for the O2 sensor on the headers is blocked by the transmission cooler lines.
@@MitchCarveth would it matter if I had a new bung made 2in further down pipe?
what’s the whole setup you got? i want mine (when i get one lmao) to sound like this
Lol I have the headers with no cats going into Borla ATAK mufflers.
@@MitchCarveth do you need? to tune it if you have cold air intake and header like what you set up is?
@@jaylin2080 the only "tune" you really need is turning off the rear O2 sensors which you have to do through software because it will trip the check engine light. If you don't mind the check engine light you can rock it without a tune for a bit. That being said, It is a good idea to get a tune to really utilize the new parts.
Can you explain the 'Tuned" process ? What about the Cats and passing emissions?
The tuning process for this is just plugging in with HP tuners and deleting the rear O2 sensors. If you wanted to run high flow cats then you wouldn’t need to worry about removing the rear O2 sensors but you would need extensions for the harness.
No emissions in our state. Just got a c6 I’m in north bend. Looking to do headers and a tune.
How much louder would you say it made your car? Would you say it’s like a whole new car with headers
Shes a whole new animal, not only noticeable power gain but sound as well. Its quiet tell you really want to release the sound of America. I'll be doing a sound and review video on it.
👍🏾 Nice are those 2 and a 1/2 Mead pipes sounding like that
Yessir 2 1/2
Does the check engine light pop up after install?
Check engine light will pop up after installing. You will need to get your rear 02 sensors turned off.
What gaskets did u use?
I used the cheap gaskets. Don't use those ones, get the GM gasket for sure.
@@MitchCarveth thanks for replying brotha 💯
The headers look awesome! I just did mine with Zycoat.
Thank you! I was thinking about going with Zycoat, how do you like it? i'm debating on going with Zycoat or Cerakote for the truck headers.
@@MitchCarveth It's a little pricey but I was very impressed with the results of the Zycoat. It took the 8 oz bottle to spray both headers.
@@MitchCarveth how did it turn out in regards to keeping the heat down?
It's been 3 years. How did Cerakote hold up and did it reduce underhood temps?
What’d you do with the cats?
I sold them for recycling
@@MitchCarveth obviously don’t live in an Emissions state 😏
@@racerrick35 the county I live in still falls under agricultural/farming so we don’t have to deal with that.
2 in headers?
Do you have to take out the spark plugs
You don’t have to remove the spark plugs but it makes it much easier and less likely to damage the spark plugs if they are removed.
@@MitchCarvethdo you remember what you used so the clutch lines wouldn’t burn
@@MitchCarveth where does the passenger 02 sensor go I can’t plug one in cause it’s has something in the way
Did you tune it after the headers and x?
I haven't put a tune on it other than deleting the rear 02 sensors so far.
@@MitchCarveth do you have a link to what you used to delete the rear o2 sensors?
@@dannygonzalez3678 Just don't use them and have to turn them off in HP Tuners to keep the check engine light from coming on because the ECU is still looking for their signal if you don't. It's a good idea to retune it anyway after the install.
Does the header have a spike in the collector?
I feel like I remember seeing one, I've actually got the headers out right now and I'll check when I get to the shop later tonight.
@@MitchCarveth thanks bro! Have the headers held up well?
Just got to the shop and they do have the spike. Headers are holding great! Other than clamps lol I picked a different set of clamps up and hoping it will help.
Man thanks for replying! Really appreciate it. Do think there’s room to mock up some hi flow cats in there? I got some 7.5 inch kooks wondering if there’s room
Your're welcome brother! If you move the x-pipe back I'm sure you could fit the cats in there.
Great Job! One question for you Mitch. As a fellow 2008 C6 owner I have heard that there are some slight modifications that have to be done specifically for the 2008 since it has the LS3, but still the old exhaust style as the LS2 vettes. You didn't seem to have any issues nor comment on it, but was just wondering if you had any advice for when I do mine?
I am getting ready to order these headers and install them but still wondering about this part.
Thanks for putting this video together!
Thank you! The speed engineering kit comes with mid piping for ls2, ls3 and ls7. Once I figured out which one was for my car it was good to go.
@@MitchCarveth Got mine installed without an issue, sounds awesome now with my corsa sport exhaust
@@AramatOverlanding how did you remove the cats? Like what were the cats replaced with exactly.... it’s a dumb question Ik
@@jackedvette8258 The headers are long tubes, so they basically take the place of the cats.
Truck content, Period!
If you don't like the vette, don't click on the video. Period!
@@DoubleArrow Tell em
Link?
BAM
speed-engineering.com/products/ls1-ls6-c5-corvette-longtube-headers-1-7-8-race-version-x-pipe-stainless-m2?_pos=2&_sid=54197ea05&_ss=r
@@MitchCarveth thanks ill be ordering headers x pipe and the extension for the o2 sensors would I be needing anything else? I'm doing this myself and notice something about the trans lines for automatic c6
Nice sound