i know i sound dumb and thats because i am when it comes down to thias stuff. how much are they and what are the benifits or down falls of doing this. i know the exhaust and intake will help with sound and mpg but what are the benefits of headers if any? ty and please dont make fun of me if this is a stupid question.

 

install the kn cold air intake system? ty again,joe

 

The benefits of headers come mostly from the evacuation of spent gasses from your cylinders. The more air that you can get in to and move out of your cylinders will allow you to burn more fuel and make more power. Doug Thorley makes headers for the LS4. There are much more complex reasons that headers are a good thing, but this is the simple version. I have not heard many good things about the K&N system for our cars. I have heard many more good things about the Cold Air Induction system. Good luck!

 

But we love to make fun of people, surely you wont deny us this opportunity, that wont be nice of you. Lol not really, but life is all about challenges. And if you have the money and time there are headers to be had for your car, I know of an 07 that has custom Jardine headers, but then again that Monte is SICK over the top. I would only really do headers as part of an overall extensive power upgrade to take take advantage the benefits they would provide to help offset the expense. Air, fuel,internals & exhaust.

 

is the kn cold air intake system the one i want to go with?

 

The problem with the K&N is that it's not in a sealed box such as a Cold Air Inductions, Wizaired, ZZP, etc. The K&N doesn't seem to have as good of a heatshield and there's nothing covering/sealing the top. If your set on K&N it's still a good cold air intake but there are other's that will be a little better.

 

ok im gonna look into those then. ty,joe

 

how much to have a mechanic install this properly?

 

if you are talking about the CAI...then just do the work yourself. it is really easy and you could pry get it done in a couple hrs taking your time. I have the Cold Air Inductions system and it is great. much better than my old K&N.

also Doug Thorley makes headers for the 06-07 SS they are really spendy tho. best idea is to get them used for like 450-500

 

i may just say the hell with headers. i drive my car for the most part loke im a ninety yearold man anyway. but thats only because i love it. and im not exactly inclined when it comes to mechanics. im assuming i could get it done for a hundred bucks?