Header install questions. - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

aod · 05-20-2010

Hello all,

I currently have a Corsa catback exhaust and have recently purchased a set of Stainless Works off-road factory connection point headers to connect up to the Corsa exhaust.

I've so far ordered gaskets from Jerry's gaskets and Stage 8 header fasteners. Now, I'm a little conflicted about the dipstick tube. Does it need a special bracket after installing headers? Also, what is the dipstick grommet for that Jerry's gaskets sells? Does the grommet get screwed up and needs to be replaced? If I need a new bracket, does anyone know where to source one? I saw Jeff Vette mentioned in a post, but it was such an old post and I don't think it is carried anymore. Lastly, I opted to have the headers ceramic coated by Stainless Works. Are there any hoses/electrical wires that will still need to be heat wrapped even if the headers are coated?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

z proud · 05-20-2010

I did 2 02 extenders...
along with the dip stick bracket

Some will say you can unrap the wires to extend the o2 wires along with bending the dipstick to make it all work.

Good Luck

this was for the stainless works headers

Paul Workman · 05-20-2010

For my Stainless Works headers I built this little bracket, using 3/4" wide steel strap from the HW store, and a 1/4"x 1/2" long carriage bolt, nut and washer.

Oh! also I ground out a little divet to avoid the dipstick interfering with the bracket.

If you like, I could make one up for ya in a jiffy.

The grommet is the seal between the dipstick and the block. If you have never replaced it, after 15-20 years, it is prolly due. Otherwise there may be an oil leak, especially after pulling the dipstick tube in and out, etc. However, you could just coat the grommet - inside and out - with RTV Silicone: works just as well, sometimes.

Coated headers will help, far as heat shielding goes. But, the added insurance of wrapping the wires with insulation or heat shield tubes "can't hoit!"

And if your car is a 90 (not sure 'bout later models) you will need to order the O2 extension from SW for the passenger side.

(Say "hi" to Jim Watson for me).

Hope this helps!

P.

pantera1683 · 05-20-2010

[/QUOTE] If you like, I could make one up for ya in a jiffy.[/QUOTE]

Paul, I need one of those, I'm about to install SSW headers on mine. Would you be able to do one for me? PM me the details if you can.

Thanks

Kris

Paul Workman · 05-21-2010

Would you be able to do one for me?

Thanks

Kris[/QUOTE]

Why, soitenly! I've got about 30" of strap left over and the weekend before me...I'll make "a couple", in case there are a few out there needing one as well. I'm not in the manufacturing "bitness" (yet), so we're basically looking at mailing as the "big" expense

I'll be in touch, or send me a PM w/ your addy info and I'll get back atcha!

P.

GOLDCYLON · 05-21-2010

Damn nice of you Paul. Maybe you should do a few of these and offer em up on a group buy. GC

ScottZ95ZR1 · 05-21-2010

I'd also like to buy one from you Paul.

todesengel · 05-21-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOLDCYLON

Damn nice of you Paul. Maybe you should do a few of these and offer em up on a group buy. GC

or sell them to ss to include in their header package

GOLDCYLON · 05-21-2010

Paul sent you a pm. Looks like you have a few customers already. GC

HAWAIIZR-1 · 05-22-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paul Workman

Would you be able to do one for me?

Thanks

Kris

Why, soitenly! I've got about 30" of strap left over and the weekend before me...I'll make "a couple", in case there are a few out there needing one as well. I'm not in the manufacturing "bitness" (yet), so we're basically looking at mailing as the "big" expense

I'll be in touch, or send me a PM w/ your addy info and I'll get back atcha!

P.[/QUOTE]

Paul,

If you still will have extra, I would like to buy one of these brackets too. PM sent.

Craig

05-20-2010	#1
aod Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Green Bay, WI Posts: 53	Header install questions. Hello all, I currently have a Corsa catback exhaust and have recently purchased a set of Stainless Works off-road factory connection point headers to connect up to the Corsa exhaust. I've so far ordered gaskets from Jerry's gaskets and Stage 8 header fasteners. Now, I'm a little conflicted about the dipstick tube. Does it need a special bracket after installing headers? Also, what is the dipstick grommet for that Jerry's gaskets sells? Does the grommet get screwed up and needs to be replaced? If I need a new bracket, does anyone know where to source one? I saw Jeff Vette mentioned in a post, but it was such an old post and I don't think it is carried anymore. Lastly, I opted to have the headers ceramic coated by Stainless Works. Are there any hoses/electrical wires that will still need to be heat wrapped even if the headers are coated? Any help is greatly appreciated!

05-20-2010	#2
z proud Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pa Posts: 114	Re: Header install questions. I did 2 02 extenders... along with the dip stick bracket Some will say you can unrap the wires to extend the o2 wires along with bending the dipstick to make it all work. Good Luck this was for the stainless works headers Last edited by z proud; 05-21-2010 at 08:45 PM. Reason: removed supplier

05-20-2010	#3
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: Header install questions. For my Stainless Works headers I built this little bracket, using 3/4" wide steel strap from the HW store, and a 1/4"x 1/2" long carriage bolt, nut and washer. Oh! also I ground out a little divet to avoid the dipstick interfering with the bracket. If you like, I could make one up for ya in a jiffy. The grommet is the seal between the dipstick and the block. If you have never replaced it, after 15-20 years, it is prolly due. Otherwise there may be an oil leak, especially after pulling the dipstick tube in and out, etc. However, you could just coat the grommet - inside and out - with RTV Silicone: works just as well, sometimes. Coated headers will help, far as heat shielding goes. But, the added insurance of wrapping the wires with insulation or heat shield tubes "can't hoit!" And if your car is a 90 (not sure 'bout later models) you will need to order the O2 extension from SW for the passenger side. (Say "hi" to Jim Watson for me). Hope this helps! P. __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

05-20-2010	#4
pantera1683 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 396	Re: Header install questions. [/QUOTE] If you like, I could make one up for ya in a jiffy.[/QUOTE] Paul, I need one of those, I'm about to install SSW headers on mine. Would you be able to do one for me? PM me the details if you can. Thanks Kris

05-21-2010	#5
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: Header install questions. Would you be able to do one for me? Thanks Kris[/QUOTE] Why, soitenly! I've got about 30" of strap left over and the weekend before me...I'll make "a couple", in case there are a few out there needing one as well. I'm not in the manufacturing "bitness" (yet), so we're basically looking at mailing as the "big" expense I'll be in touch, or send me a PM w/ your addy info and I'll get back atcha! P. __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

05-21-2010	#6
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Re: Header install questions. Damn nice of you Paul. Maybe you should do a few of these and offer em up on a group buy. GC __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V

05-21-2010	#7
ScottZ95ZR1 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 659	Re: Header install questions. I'd also like to buy one from you Paul.

05-21-2010	#9
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Re: Header install questions. Paul sent you a pm. Looks like you have a few customers already. GC __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V