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Old 01-29-2013, 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"
 
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Old 01-29-2013, 07:56 PM
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No u bend with the speed daddy headers,
 
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Old 01-29-2013, 07:58 PM
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When I had speed daddy headers they did away with the ubend..

 

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Old 01-29-2013, 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
 
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SD headers will delete your ubend.
 
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Old 01-29-2013, 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
 
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A drastic bend? It will curb but nothing like the stock bend. If still in doubt post a pic.
 
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Old 01-29-2013, 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
 
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Old 01-29-2013, 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 01-29-2013, 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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