Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:49 PM
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Default Re: Real Crossfire Headers - These ain't no stinkin' log style manifolds!!!

Originally Posted by SRT6_Roadster
I tend to have the same problem.

I am thinking about meeting with a local guy about a custom exhaust myself. I was thinking that 2.5" - 2.75" would be a better choice for all around use. He also builds headers but the last quote I got (2nd hand) was ~$2k for custom headers - at least for a V8.

IIRC the Supersprint exhaust for the SLK350 was in the 70mm range (2.75") for the reasons of back-pressure. There is a fine line where any top-end gains are negated by the bottom-end losses.

**EDIT**

It was 2x60mm

http://www.bestexhaust.com.au/shop/p...roducts_id=973

Also..

http://www.supersprintna.com/projects/mb_slk_350.php
 

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