[NSRCA-discussion] Hatori 822 or Central Header?

[Derek Koopowitz]

I will add that one needs to replace the O ring in the muffler on a regular
basis otherwise it will cause a leak.

On Tue, Jun 24, 2008 at 11:39 AM, Don Ramsey <don.ramsey at suddenlink.net>
wrote:

>  Here's my experience with the Central Header and the Hatori short muffler
> (Hatori 821).  The Central header is lighter than the Hatori.  My header
> is braced to the engine with a metal strap and the muffler is mounted on a
> soft mount near the stinger.  The "O" in the pipe has formed a deep
> indention in the header and now the muffler has a loose fit and leaks oil.
> Others may have a different mounting method as mine seems to be flawed due
> to the indention caused by the "O' ring.
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> Don
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> *From:* nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:
> nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] *On Behalf Of *Woodward, Jim (US
> SSA)
> *Sent:* Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:33 AM
> *To:* General pattern discussion
> *Subject:* [NSRCA-discussion] Hatori 822 or Central Header?
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> Guys,
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> I'm debating which header to get.  I already have 822 headers.  The Central
> header is stated as being lighter, and also at larger diameter which should
> help the exhaust.  What are some pros/cons with each?  I've had good luck
> with the 822, but also had one break (which was easily reweldable due to its
> being steel.).
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> Thanks,
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> Jim
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