eBay "Option Racing" Headers review

[jb3golf]

Well, they are cheap for sure. I just had them installed about a month ago. There were some issues with this one being the o2 sensors location my first concern, they really point down making it kind of dangerous for your O2s, nothing some relocation welding can't do.

Next was the k member rub, at least on my car I had to grind the k member because headers wouldn't fit. So that's something to think about if you are buying these.

After wondering why it was rubing I discovered that both headers after being bolted in, the exits weren't going straight back , I mean they were pointing down but exits were tending to the left or right depending on the side.

After the custom exhaust, the 3.42s and the FloPac, i have to say this car runs pretty good.


Now waiting for a tune...

Nice bro. I see you live in AZ......what city??? I'm in Oro Valley, AZ......have you done a cam yet on your vehicle??? If you ever do let me know since I installed my whole engine including cam, heads & Lt's.....a cam will LOVE those LT's.....It's a fairly easy install that can save you ALOT of money in labor.....take care.

[SteveCZ28]

does anyone know where to buy the cheap headers from now? you cant find option racing's LS1 header on ebay anymore, and you cant find dptmotorsports headers either...cuz im about ready to buy a set of headers and cant find them now

[jb3golf]

does anyone know where to buy the cheap headers from now? you cant find option racing's LS1 header on ebay anymore, and you cant find dptmotorsports headers either...cuz im about ready to buy a set of headers and cant find them now

Go the "JVT" LS1 header. It's the same header as all the others. It's the brand I purchased & installed. Let me know what you find.

[SteveCZ28]

i cant even find the jvt headers on ebay

[jb3golf]

i cant even find the jvt headers on ebay

OK!! Next option: Ebay is selling a set of 98-99 OBX Long Tube headers for only $199.00!!!! Just type in OBX LS1 headers! Let me know how that goes......

[jb3golf]

i cant even find the jvt headers on ebay

Look here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-R...Q5fAccessories

[SteveCZ28]

thanks for finding these...this sucks tho, because now the cost is over 230 shipped, vs the other sets were like 180 shipped

[jb3golf]

thanks for finding these...this sucks tho, because now the cost is over 230 shipped, vs the other sets were like 180 shipped

Alright Bro!!!! I am selling those JVT headers on EBAY right now starting @$50.00. Look here:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...STRK:MESELX:IT

If you have any questions let me know.

[SteveCZ28]

id be interested if the one pipe you "altered" to fit near the k member wasnt crushed nearly flat....that cant be good for flow


edit, just noticed they are already sold

[jb3golf]

id be interested if the one pipe you "altered" to fit near the k member wasnt crushed nearly flat....that cant be good for flow


edit, just noticed they are already sold

Yeah, man they didn't last 10 minutes!!! At least someone will get some good usage out of them. Have you had any second thoughts on the OBX headers??? Seem to be the best buy for quality out there.....

[SteveCZ28]

i dont know about the obx headers...seems like a lot of crap to go thru just for them to fit

[jb3golf]

i dont know about the obx headers...seems like a lot of crap to go thru just for them to fit

Well then what's next man??? As LS1 owners we have options but it all comes down to what we are willing to pay for a given product. I know texas speed is selling pacesetter ceramic coated headers for under $380.00 on ebay right now.....I can tell you they fit PERFECT and there is no fabrication needed. BUT again they cost at least $376.00 so let us know which way you go. I say go pacesetters WHEN you have the MONEY and just be done with it. With the SS LT's they'll work, but as always you get what you pay for.......so prepare for fabricating...

[02Sweet]

i dont know about the obx headers...seems like a lot of crap to go thru just for them to fit

Yes they are cheap headers. But im cheap too! That is why I have them on my car. As far as fitting I had them installed without doing anything crazy. The car is not my d/d so I don't have to worry about having down time with mods.
Issues I have had with the ebay headers:
The emissions provisions are not welded on right. I had one snap off. Had to pull the header and weld the hole up.

I have a pacesetter ory with them and it to some effort to get them to fit

[jb3golf]

Yes they are cheap headers. But im cheap too! That is why I have them on my car. As far as fitting I had them installed without doing anything crazy. The car is not my d/d so I don't have to worry about having down time with mods.
Issues I have had with the ebay headers:
The emissions provisions are not welded on right. I had one snap off. Had to pull the header and weld the hole up.

I have a pacesetter ory with them and it to some effort to get them to fit

Yep......seems like a minimal amount of adjustment when your saving well over $300-$600 depending on the brand your comparing them to......

[JoshuaGrooms83]

OK!! Next option: Ebay is selling a set of 98-99 OBX Long Tube headers for only $199.00!!!! Just type in OBX LS1 headers! Let me know how that goes......

I saw that and about threw my computer out the window. I bought mine for 300 not 2 months before they started selling some for 199. OBX LT headers and LLP ypipes the way to go. All stainless and very little hassles yet. EGR/AIR tubes still intact. put almost 6000 miles on this setup and still sounds good.

[jb3golf]

I saw that and about threw my computer out the window. I bought mine for 300 not 2 months before they started selling some for 199. OBX LT headers and LLP ypipes the way to go. All stainless and very little hassles yet. EGR/AIR tubes still intact. put almost 6000 miles on this setup and still sounds good.

That's awesome man. At least we now have a reference for a good combination to buy (OBX + LLP Y-pipe).......

[JoshuaGrooms83]

No prob. Now i cant speak for the Catted y-pipe, however, the ORY's craftmanship should carry into the catted y. THey both have a nice merge compared to other ypipes.... and of course the best part is they are stainless As for the OBX, either the KIT or the Stand alone LT headers seem to be a good choice among alot of the other budget minded f-body folk.

[Sarge91]

Yes they are cheap headers. But im cheap too! That is why I have them on my car. As far as fitting I had them installed without doing anything crazy. The car is not my d/d so I don't have to worry about having down time with mods.
Issues I have had with the ebay headers:
The emissions provisions are not welded on right. I had one snap off. Had to pull the header and weld the hole up.

I have a pacesetter ory with them and it to some effort to get them to fit

Same exact thing as you. Same Parts, Same issue, same damn effort for the y pipe!

[jb3golf]

I say WE ALL do what we can to GET ER done! Money is tight these days.................BTW where has all the SS Ebay headers gone???? It does look like they've disappeared......hmmm...

[SteveCZ28]

FINALLY found another ebay store that has the option type long tube headers for sale.....


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1998-...item27b27ab8ea