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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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So I'm having issues finding someone to delete my u-bend. I have speed daddy headers and apparently it's too tight of a space to work with. the flex pipe is in the way is every shops excuse. anyone have any pics of their u bend delete? am I ok with just deleting the flex pipe or simply replacing it maybe further back? sounds silly I know but I guess the u bend delete that zzp sells would not work because my flex pipe sits diagonally and they don't see how to get it so that it doesn't "bend"
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 07:56 PM
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No u bend with the speed daddy headers,
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 07:58 PM
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When I had speed daddy headers they did away with the ubend..

 

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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 08:14 PM
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really?? I coulda swore I have a ubend? I even read on the grand prix forum that speed daddy had that ubend? hm thats weird...well ill double check I guess but im gonna feel pretty stupid if they come without the ubend
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:28 PM
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SD headers will delete your ubend.
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:33 PM
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really? I bought that exact set. but right after the flex pipe it makes a U bend shape. weird...but ok glad I got that resolved lol
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:38 PM
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A drastic bend? It will curb but nothing like the stock bend. If still in doubt post a pic.
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:41 PM
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I think it's somewhat drastic yea, maybe it's just me but yes ill post a pic soon as I get a chance tomorrow in the morning
 
Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:45 PM
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pics posted previously by Mr. chibi (Mike). Not sure if it helps though......

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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 09:51 PM
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yes the ubend I see is right after the rear header by the upper o2 sensor
 



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