TODA headers to CL9

[tron07]

1.5k for headers... man thats expensive, better keep my money for audio.

[aaronng]

1.5k for headers... man thats expensive, better keep my money for audio.

Compared to the $300-400 ebay SS DC Sports copy headers, I'd seriously bow down to the Toda headers. No comparison.

[kitbkk]

I didnt know about the group buy either.

[aaronng]

It was under the Toda trader section.

[350G]

Hmm, if you have heavy rims/tyres and you plan to go VIP, there isn't much point chasing for performance as the money can be put towards nicer bling. Unless you already have everything else, that is.

agree

[TODA AU]

I didnt know about the group buy either.

How many of you guys didn't know?
If there are enough numbers, we could do it again.
(Just for the Euro guys)

[sodaz]

That's the dyno from my car btw.

Here are my impressions of the header:

The headers are amazing in terms of build quality (the welds are a work of art) and the power gain is very noticeable. It improves throttle response down low and the car pulls all the way to redline with no dip in power. The engine also revs freer and faster. The car also seems to start up easier than before for some reason (better airflow?). The engine sound after 3000rpm is also a lot more aggressive than stock and you can feel a kick at around 6000rpm (something I didn't feel before).

Weight: Approx 50% lighter than stock.

The downside is that there's a hisssssing noise even with very light throttle. I'll have it checked soon for leaks but I think it's a property of the headers. The hissing sound (sounds like i have a nitrous system) can be a bit distracting/annoying imo - esp in start stop traffic. I wonder if there's a way to mute the hissing sounds.

Last but not least, Adrian from Toda's a very nice guy and they did a great job installing the headers. Thanks mate!

For those who are curious, the Mugen intake (got it second hand recently) is very similar to the Comptech icebox but with a bit more power (butt dyno), better response and better intake sound.

Here's some pics of the install:

Headers and High Flow Cat (The cat is welded to the Toda test pipe):



Flex joint close up:



Installed headers (2nd sensor had to be extended for it to fit):

[aaronng]

The downside is that there's a hisssssing noise even with very light throttle. I'll have it checked soon for leaks but I think it's a property of the headers. The hissing sound (sounds like i have a nitrous system) can be a bit distracting/annoying imo - esp in start stop traffic. I wonder if there's a way to mute the hissing sounds.

The hissing is typical of race headers. It sounds nice to me.

[mugen88]

Well done nice, shinny and new.

Now you need a aftermarket ECU for better gains.

Wheres Hondata when u need it?

[sodaz]

Well done nice, shinny and new.

Now you need a aftermarket ECU for better gains.

Wheres Hondata when u need it?

Definitely, an ECU reflash will magnify the gains for sure. I'm thinking of installing the Jtune exhaust - when they eventually release it that is. I don't think they can build a header better than this though.

By the way, do you know approx how much power a manual euro produces at the wheels on a dyno dynamics dyno? I know the auto euro is a few KW down but I had to get it cause my misses hates driving stick.

[sodaz]

The hissing is typical of race headers. It sounds nice to me.

It sounds good when you're driving in a spirited manner but in start stop traffic it sounds a bit weird imo.

[Jegi#5]

Hi Sodaz, looks great mate, are you in NSW??? Because if so I was wondering where you sourced your TODA headers from? You mention Adrian from Toda did the install, I didn't realise there was a TODA specific outlet here.

Edit: Sorry just noticed the details in TODA_AU's post.