Common questions

How big are the headers on a C7 Corvette?

How big are the headers on a C7 Corvette?

C7 Corvette Z06 – Kooks Headers – 1-7/8″. This Z06 Long Tube Header System from Kooks is manufactured with High Grade Stainless Steel and Mandrel Bent for maximum performance, and features 1-7/8 inch primaries. Each Header System dumps into massive 3 inch collectors for peak Horsepower and Torque gains.

When to replace the headers on a C7 Corvette Stingray?

2014-2019 C7 Corvette 3″ Kooks Mid Section w/Crossover Pipe & Hi-Flow GREEN Converters Kooks C7 Corvette Stingray long tube headers require replacing the factory OE mid-section – the ideal upgrade for street driven Corvettes is Kooks stainless steel high-flow GREEN converters with X-crossover and mid-pipe exhaust section.

Do you need to install headers and exhaust in a corvette?

Some engine and exhaust combinations will require that you address the oil dipstick tube, dry sump lines (manual), starter, and the engine (lift) itself. Do this before you install the headers and mid-pipes.

Who is the leader in Corvette exhaust systems?

For over 50 years Kooks Headers has been a leader in performance exhaust systems. Since 1962 Kooks has been manufacturing high end performance Exhaust Systems in Mooresville North Carolina and has been the leader in Corvette Long Tube Headers.

Some engine and exhaust combinations will require that you address the oil dipstick tube, dry sump lines (manual), starter, and the engine (lift) itself. Do this before you install the headers and mid-pipes.

Can you put gasket sealer on Corvette headers?

When positioning the headers in place be very careful not to damage any other components, such as brake lines or the wiring harness heat sleeve running along the firewall, with the header flange. With the outer mounting bolts attached loosely you should be able to drop the new gaskets in place. Do NOT use any type of gasket sealer.

How do you remove exhaust pipe from Corvette?

Using a 13mm deep well socket, remove the two nuts securing the mid-pipe hanger springs (in front of the transmission) to the mid-pipe. Using a 15mm deep well socket, loosen the O-band clamps connecting the mid-pipe to the over-axle exhaust ends. Carefully remove the mid-pipe from the vehicle.

How do you jack up a corvette Vette?

(Related Article: How to Jack Up Your Vette – CorvetteForum.com) Simply pull upward on the fuel rail cover to remove. Use a spark plug socket and remove all plugs. Figure 3. Pull the rail cover upwards. Figure 4. Remove all the plug wires. Figure 5. Remove the spark plugs.

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