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Old 12-08-2018, 08:53 PM
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Tips before replacing headers

So I'm getting ready to replace the headers on my 2015 C63. I ordered the ARH with x pipe and cats. Do I need to order anything else like header bolts, gaskets, etc....

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Old 12-08-2018, 09:15 PM
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Pretty much just bolts and gaskets. Also, check your engine mounts and replace those if needed while doing your headers. It will save you plenty of time and money down the line.
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My ARH came with bolts. Just get gaskets for the head to header. Also, depending on your mileage, new O2 sensors might be good to do as well.
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I'd do the East Coast mounts at the same time
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+1 on the ECE mounts. And on the O2 sensors. You WILL blow the old ones out.
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Originally Posted by BLKROKT
+1 on the ECE mounts. And on the O2 sensors. You WILL blow the old ones out.
Why do you say that? Not just you but I've seen a few posts mention that.

It's been 13 months and 18000 miles since my header install (42000 on the car now) and the original o2s are still on the car. No codes either. Granted my car is a '14 and an older model year has more time on the o2s that might shorten the life even more.....but what is the reason headers kill the o2?
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Originally Posted by bentz69
Why do you say that? Not just you but I've seen a few posts mention that.

It's been 13 months and 18000 miles since my header install (42000 on the car now) and the original o2s are still on the car. No codes either. Granted my car is a '14 and an older model year has more time on the o2s that might shorten the life even more.....but what is the reason headers kill the o2?
The O2 on my car are still going strong as well. Knock on wood. I think it is the increased heat and turbulence of the exhaust gas that go along with a header install that are the cause of early O2 failure. Depends on how hard you drive the car after the header install.

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