2" Header Fitment - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

kmkalkhoff · 03-26-2017, 01:51 PM

I'm thinking of going up to 2" headers and 3" exhaust with my stage 2 build, which includes fully ported heads, blower, 102mm and 4.5/5" intake. I'm currently running TSP 1-7/8" headers into factory exhaust.

Texas speed seems to have the best value, but they note that the engine might need to be shifted to clear the steering shaft with their 2" headers.

Can anyone confirm this or if there is another 2" setup that does not require the engine to be shifted?

DrkPhx · 03-26-2017, 02:50 PM

I run Kooks 2" headers and the clearance is tight, but fine by the steering knuckle. The only real issue I had was the #2 plug wire kept getting burnt, but I switched to Accel ceramic boot wires and they're fine. I know others run the TSP 2" headers without issues, so I'm sure they chime in.

EvilZL1 · 03-27-2017, 12:16 PM

Sterring boot will be the problem with clearance being tight as stated above

TIREKLR · 04-07-2017, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by DrkPhx

I run Kooks 2" headers and the clearance is tight, but fine by the steering knuckle. The only real issue I had was the #2 plug wire kept getting burnt, but I switched to Accel ceramic boot wires and they're fine. I know others run the TSP 2" headers without issues, so I'm sure they chime in.

I hear people saying they had to "ding" the headers to fit 2", this wasn't an issue on yours? I have would like to run 2" but not taking a hammer to new headers to do so.

DrkPhx · 04-07-2017, 12:38 PM

No dinging or denting was required on mine. In fact, they have better clearance compared to the 1-7/8" headers I had before that.

STUNNAH · 04-09-2017, 12:57 AM

[QUOTE=kmkalkhoff;9635908]
Texas speed seems to have the best value, but they note that the engine might need to be shifted to clear the steering shaft with their 2" headers.

QUOTE]

Seems to me that since they know this is a problem, that they should put a slight bend in the tubing to compensate for that area...

Stephen12ZL1 · 04-09-2017, 06:10 AM

Texas Speed is cheaper and decent quality; however, Stainless Works(Power), Kooks, and American Racing are much better quality. Fitment on the Texas Speed is OK but comparatively the others have much better clearances around spark plugs and the dreaded steering shaft. Passenger side headers are no issue in any of the brands listed besides the little stud on the frame.

*_ERIC_* · 04-16-2017, 03:15 AM

I've had no issues fitting 2" ARH headers on my 2010 SS. Just ziptie the o2 sensor wires away from the exhaust. Easy peezy install too. Took about 2 hours to pull the headers and exhaust and install the new exhaust.

Z/28Dan · 04-16-2017, 07:48 AM

There is a guy selling a new 2" header, 3" exhaust setup in the ZL1 classifieds. Might be worth checking out?

I had to shift my engine slightly to the passenger side when I install PFADT 1 7/8" Try Y headers for clearance on the steering knuckle. It was very simple. Loosen two motor mount bolts and slide it over a bit. Problem solved.

03-26-2017, 01:51 PM	#1
kmkalkhoff Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: WV Posts: 179	2" Header Fitment I'm thinking of going up to 2" headers and 3" exhaust with my stage 2 build, which includes fully ported heads, blower, 102mm and 4.5/5" intake. I'm currently running TSP 1-7/8" headers into factory exhaust. Texas speed seems to have the best value, but they note that the engine might need to be shifted to clear the steering shaft with their 2" headers. Can anyone confirm this or if there is another 2" setup that does not require the engine to be shifted?

03-27-2017, 12:16 PM	#3
EvilZL1 Snake Eater Drives: 2012 AGM ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: TN Posts: 2,737	Sterring boot will be the problem with clearance being tight as stated above __________________ Build Thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...95#post8351295 Make sure you don’t forget to subscribe to my channel! More content on the way. Like, share with your friends https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Z...sP2wjsLLFeP1zQ Follow me on instagram: http://www.instagram.com/snkeatr/

04-09-2017, 12:57 AM	#6
STUNNAH "BEASTM*DE" Drives: 2013 ZL1 Black Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,655 View My Garage	[QUOTE=kmkalkhoff;9635908] Texas speed seems to have the best value, but they note that the engine might need to be shifted to clear the steering shaft with their 2" headers. QUOTE] Seems to me that since they know this is a problem, that they should put a slight bend in the tubing to compensate for that area... __________________ Vengeance Racing Stage 1 Kit 575rwhp, 569 rwtq... Rims powder coated gloss black...BFG'S Comp 2 A/S... Dual 10" Kicker Comp S Subs 1200w...

04-09-2017, 06:10 AM	#7
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,809	Texas Speed is cheaper and decent quality; however, Stainless Works(Power), Kooks, and American Racing are much better quality. Fitment on the Texas Speed is OK but comparatively the others have much better clearances around spark plugs and the dreaded steering shaft. Passenger side headers are no issue in any of the brands listed besides the little stud on the frame. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

04-16-2017, 03:15 AM	#8
_ERIC_ OMINOUS Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 223 View My Garage	I've had no issues fitting 2" ARH headers on my 2010 SS. Just ziptie the o2 sensor wires away from the exhaust. Easy peezy install too. Took about 2 hours to pull the headers and exhaust and install the new exhaust. __________________ OMINOUS BUILD

03-26-2017, 02:50 PM	#2
DrkPhx Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 / 2006 TB SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: MN Posts: 2,250	I run Kooks 2" headers and the clearance is tight, but fine by the steering knuckle. The only real issue I had was the #2 plug wire kept getting burnt, but I switched to Accel ceramic boot wires and they're fine. I know others run the TSP 2" headers without issues, so I'm sure they chime in.

04-07-2017, 12:38 PM	#5
DrkPhx Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 / 2006 TB SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: MN Posts: 2,250	No dinging or denting was required on mine. In fact, they have better clearance compared to the 1-7/8" headers I had before that.

04-16-2017, 07:48 AM	#9
Z/28Dan Drives: 2013 HWSE Indy Festial #26 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 2,670 View My Garage	There is a guy selling a new 2" header, 3" exhaust setup in the ZL1 classifieds. Might be worth checking out? I had to shift my engine slightly to the passenger side when I install PFADT 1 7/8" Try Y headers for clearance on the steering knuckle. It was very simple. Loosen two motor mount bolts and slide it over a bit. Problem solved. __________________ There are only so many days in your lifetime. So get out and drive your Camaro... Dan