OBX Stainless Headers

[NeoZer0]

Alright guys, I need a new manifold and I came across the OBX header that's on Ebay and I'm looking for opinions. I can't seem to find any threads that deal with the Turbo headers so I'm going to ask. My take on so far is:

1. Stainless tubular header = better flow
2. Welds can crack
2a. These are lifetime guaranteed against defects from OBX (it includes welds)
3. I'm sick of manifolds that crack!

Can anyone add onto this?

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[FP3065TSI]

What kind of turbo you running? FP has a nice exhaust manifold for a decent price you should check it out. for the OP havent tried that specific one.

 

[Defiant]

OBX has a reputation for building crap.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/420a-turbo-conversion/248659-obx-tubular-manifold-2.html

Sometimes "cheap" just isn't.

 

[99gst_racer]

That OBX is a gamble. My roomate and I had good luck using them on our cars in the past, but not everyone does. I've known just as many fail as last.

The perfect replacement: Forced Performance Turbochargers: FP DSM Race Manifold

1. It's affordable.
2. It will outperform that OBX manifold.
3. It will definitely outlast that OBX manifold.
4. It comes from a reputable company that you can actually call if you have an issue.

 

[PIMking]

Ok, I have used a tubular manifold and I didn't mind it. The welds held up and the lag seemed less with it compared to the stock crap manifold. Now what I didn't like was the fact that it was a PITA putting on and was the same taking it off.

I have the FP manifold now and Haven't had a chance to run it but a mile but its a much better choice than that tubular manifold.

 

[bling5tatus]

Too bad fp only makes their mani w/ a dsm turbine flange instead of opening up to the t3/t4 market.

 

[UGOT8UP]

Too bad fp only makes their mani w/ a dsm turbine flange instead of opening up to the t3/t4 market.

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Maybe they will here in the near future.