OBX Headers
OBX Headers
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frankenstein 2001 CLK 430
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a while ago i was researching about these headers, it seems they are a quality knock off, but the gaskets that come with them are bad you have to install a new set of oem ones, also there was some talk that the down pipe connection is a bit small and can be ported to a bigger size.
Regarding the installation they should be like the originals, but from my small mechanical experience there is a special way to tighten the manifolds (like how you tighten the wheel of the car some bolts before others) or they will warp and leak, then you have to drive it a bit then re tighten it, and there is a exhaust gasket gel that should be applied on the connections to insure a tight seal...
Regarding the installation they should be like the originals, but from my small mechanical experience there is a special way to tighten the manifolds (like how you tighten the wheel of the car some bolts before others) or they will warp and leak, then you have to drive it a bit then re tighten it, and there is a exhaust gasket gel that should be applied on the connections to insure a tight seal...
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From: Atlanta
Current: AMG GT-C. Sold: 01 CLK55, 00 ML55, 01 ML55, 06 E55
i have the MB gaskets. I'll try to install soon. moving into a new condo over the next couple weekends. I'm only home Sat/Sun these days 
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From: San Antonio, Tx
2000 CLK430
DA, good to see you still lurking on the forum LOL!! I havent been on for a while since I got my bike but the car needs some love and maintenance again so figured I would see what was up for sale on the forum. Take care BRO!
