View Full Version : 69 dollar shipped new header
YarisSedan
04-10-2009, 03:32 AM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AMK-RACING-06-08-TOYOTA-YARIS-1-5L-SEDAN-STEEL-HEADER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ72Q3a1171Q7c66Q 3a2Q7c65Q3a12Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318Q7c301Q3a0Q7c29 3Q3a3Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZi tem220391663258QQitemZ220391663258QQptZMotorsQ5fCa rQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories#ht_4798wt_1440
PETERPOOP
04-10-2009, 03:34 AM
Really? Just a link?
YarisSedan
04-10-2009, 03:42 AM
i went to see the manufactures websight and says underconstruction....
AlexNet0
04-10-2009, 08:46 AM
I was all ready to hop on there with my credit card, untill you said the manufacturers site was still Under construction.. should I buy it?
schleppy
04-10-2009, 09:11 AM
Given how cheap the "proven" headers are, I would avoid that one until someone gives it a full test. That EBay knockoff crap can be, well, crap.
Sabretooth
04-10-2009, 09:18 AM
May I chime in, I am unaware of my OLD post got swipped by the hack...
But I did actually purchase an ebay header, then obtained a Megan Racing header from Chinocharles...needless to say, everyone swore up and down that they looked the same inside and out. Well, I had to test, although I didnt have them installed on the car. They looked identicle in person. Same shape, size, inlet/outlet size. Only differences I saw: Megan header seemed more refined and finished when it came to interior surfaces, cleaner interior could lead to less restricted flow. Of course I am sure that not every header is perfect or identicle when it comes to construction. Just the ebay ones are either an off brand of the same product, or just ones that Megan refuses to sell, thus getting rid of them cheap.
In the end I kept the Megan Header and just gave away the Ebay one, seeing in the combined price of both was cheaper than a new Megan Header, lol.
Oh, and as for longevity of header construction. Only header I know of that has failed and fallen apart, has been the Weapon R 4-2-1 Header; it just ended up falling apart at the welds.
So as for header superiority in my eyes:
DC Sports 4-1
Megan Racing 4-1
Ebay "Megan Style" 4-1
Weapon R 4-2-1
YarisSedan
04-10-2009, 01:50 PM
LOL whoever buys it and bes the guinea pig please post your results/ horror stories here
I was planning on buying a megan header from MI yesterday, but decided to get a nst pulley instead so I can save some money for other stuff. I was considering buying an ebay header and then stumbled on this thread. I'll try this 'AMK' header and report in with pics, etc. I'll make a thread when I get it next week.
cali yaris
04-24-2009, 05:34 PM
cool, keep us posted
INCREASE 10-16 HORSE POWER AND TORQUE
LOL
^ Well hell, that things almost as powerful as a Blitz S/C. :laugh:
Astroman
04-24-2009, 05:44 PM
I went with the DC header from WeSellCarParts last year and it's still looking great and performing well.
For 69 bucks I'm willing to try this out to share with everyone. I really wanted the megan ones, but I'm trying to save up for a blitz sc. These headers will give me something to do and hopefully add a little more fun till I am able to buy the sc. Plus I dont mind being a guinea pig for everyone when its affordable.
^ Oh no, I wasn't trying to poke fun. I think it's great that someone is trying them. Just their claims (which most manufacturers make "great" claims as well) are impossible.
But that doesn't mean that the header is junk. It'd be awesome if they were comparable to a reputable brand and only $69 shipped. :thumbsup:
^ Oh no, I wasn't trying to poke fun. I think it's great that someone is trying them. Just their claims (which most manufacturers make "great" claims as well) are impossible.
But that doesn't mean that the header is junk. It'd be awesome if they were comparable to a reputable brand and only $69 shipped. :thumbsup:
Oh yeah, no worries bro, i know its just gimmick ebay bs. I've seen your humor around the forums, you're a cool guy and i totally get you :thumbsup: Besides if this breaks, all the more reason to scrap headers and go turbo!
Tamago
04-24-2009, 10:50 PM
haven't all the headers for the 1nz proven to LOSE horsepower delivery ?
haven't all the headers for the 1nz proven to LOSE horsepower delivery ?
I think it's just low end, but you get a lot more in top end power. It's pretty much like that with any n/a mod.
Tamago
04-24-2009, 11:04 PM
I think it's just low end, but you get a lot more in top end power. It's pretty much like that with any n/a mod.
how much is a "lot" lmfao
how much is a "lot" lmfao
I'm sorry, I should've been more specific when I said "a lot." What I was refering to was the gain in high end performance in comparison to the lost of power on the low end side. Some people complain about the amount of torque lost in the low end. However from my experience, the gain in the amount of high end power makes up for the lost low end power and then some. That's what I meant when I was referring to "a lot."
As far as ponies go, you're looking at probably 1-4 hp. I dont have exact numbers, but from what I've read from other posts this is what you may expect from a mod like this. Though I believe that in real life situations weight would play a factor on how far this mod can go vs a dyno. I could be wrong, but when I do these mods I definitely feel a difference and I dont care so much about numbers. From a CAI and a axle-back I've been able to easily take my friends 99 jettah when before I was stock we were pretty much neck and neck. I know it may not be concrete evidence that these mods make much of a differece, but hell its enough for me and I believe adding this header I can expect enough increase in performance to satisfy me till i can go f/i :headbang:.
Lol sorry if you just expected a short answer, just think of this as reference for other members looking for information. :tongue:
jouna
04-25-2009, 08:53 AM
i have that amk header and it works fine. the only thing is that it didn't came with the sensor hole and we did it in the shop buti think is a good header for the price and you can feel the difference
i have that amk header and it works fine. the only thing is that it didn't came with the sensor hole and we did it in the shop buti think is a good header for the price and you can feel the difference
Hrm, I guess there really isnt a hole for the sensor based on the pics. That's ok, I can get a friend to weld a bung on for me, thanks for the heads up.
Dude wtf, this thing sounds like donk. embarrassing ;_; It seems very retarded and annoying like some old beater. It might just be the sound from inside, not sure how it sound from outside. I dont know if this is normal or not, no CEL present. Possible video soon.
I probably have a leak, the gasket seemed fine. I probably have to re-torque it.
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