Is my protege 5 specially tuned?

[stdntDrvr]

I realize the old EGR bung would need to be welded shut, and a new EGR bung weld on. Plus I would need a custom mid pipe. So yes, it will cost more than the ODX, but I was wondering if it worth the extra effort since you have experienced both types of headers. I see that this header is going to move the main cat down a bit and may make it just a cat with ends on it.

Magus

a 4-2-1 will give you better mid-range power where a 4-1 is more top-end...if i had a choice, i'd go with a 4-2-1...just make sure the one on ebay will fit and it's made from good materials.

 

[Magus]

Recently with the CAI, UDP, and SLS motor mounts I seem to have great low, decent to great mids, and decent high. If I do the VTCS removal and polish that will help the highs. I definitely understand that this 4-2-1 header helps with mid range, but was wondering since you have to do a custom midpipe with high flow cat would it not help the upper as well? I mean it looks like it would flow better than the OBX because your not ramming all the exhaust into one location. With the mid-pipe matched to the size of the header it should flow very well and have no restrictions for highs.

I thiniking I might go with the 4-2-1 of the Ebay. I figure I can get the header, and then save for the installation with the custom mid-pipe. Normally I would put it on myself, but I think it would make more sense to have them put it on and fab up a mid pipe to make sure it fits.

Magus

 

[Magus]

Oh and it will fit, it's for the 2.0L for the 97-99 2.0 4 cylinder (our engine). I have also seen the picture of the Mazda header and it looks just like it. Heck, I was looking at the protege garage mid pipe, and the hanger it uses looks weaker than the hanger on the header!

Midpipe-replacement of stock:

OBX example pic:

The 626/Probe 2.0L 4 cylinder header:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ERZ-...2QQihZ020QQcategoryZ33631QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I would post the pic, but it's protected. Very smart business man.

 

[arcane73]

here ya go

 

[stdntDrvr]

here ya go

http://8814.musial.hostinglogin.com/PROBEHEADER4CYL.jpg

that looks a lot like the racing mazda header...i LOVED mine.

 

[arcane73]

i'm still kinda torn on exhaust changes of any type on my P5. My 79 Ford Truck I had forever had full length headers going into 2.5" Flowmasters with turndowns at the rear axle....so i've kinda gotten used to being in something quiet (sleep)

although....I wouldn't mind getting a *mild* growl to the car....but i absolutely DESPISE the fart can sound. (braindead

 

[stdntDrvr]

i'm still kinda torn on exhaust changes of any type on my P5. My 79 Ford Truck I had forever had full length headers going into 2.5" Flowmasters with turndowns at the rear axle....so i've kinda gotten used to being in something quiet (sleep)

although....I wouldn't mind getting a *mild* growl to the car....but i absolutely DESPISE the fart can sound. (braindead

mate it up with a racing beat cat-back...you'll be VERY pleased.

 

[Tg5]

mate it up with a racing beat cat-back...you'll be VERY pleased.

I got one for $150, used maybe 40K miles on it!

 

[arcane73]

mate it up with a racing beat cat-back...you'll be VERY pleased.

So you're suggesting a header of some sort with a RB cat back will suit my tastes?(drive)

I got one for $150, used maybe 40K miles on it!

no tempting!

 

[stdntDrvr]

yeah, the racing beat is VERY quiet...and it sounds nice too!

 

[stdntDrvr]

and $150 is DAMN cheap!

 

[arcane73]

if i had the cash I would be all over it.
i need to sell my mustang project :mad:.


sorry for hijack!

 

[Woody54]

Racing beat is sweet. nice growl with no "ricer" sound at all. i love it

(rice)(gun)