I'm considering installing shorty headers on my '13 R/T (manual, with stp). I already have Flowmaster super 44's with resonators deleted. Besides the headers, what else would I need. Will their be any issues with cel, or any other issues, with this type of install. If any one has some input, will gladly appreciate the same. Thanks.
Have installed the Titanium coated JBA shorty headers on my 2009 R/T Auto.They are a quality product aside from the gaskets,(felt like material), they provide with the kit which should be replaced with a new set of the 5.7L gaskets that came with your car as they have the flange that protects the valve cover gaskets from heat damage. Also,you will have to protect the alternator cable on the passenger side as it will be susceptible to heat damage by the header after installation.You can heat wrap the cable or use a heavy duty nylon tie to lift it away from the header by 1.5"-2" then fasten the tie to the electrical cable bundle that runs to the fuse box,...this is what I chose to do and has been satisfactory for 3 years now,(see pics).
Car was on a lift and motor mounts removed to lift engine,...made life easy.Had the CORSA Xtreme cat-back and K&N CAI installed at the same time.Drove the car for a month with no problems before I got the Diablosport Predator #7135.Installed the CAI 91 Octane tune that the Predator came with,then a few months later did some data logging for the custom tune.With the above mentioned mods the car runs much better than stock and have experienced no codes or other problems.After the work was done I just let the car sit and ildle for 20 minutes to allow the ECM adjust(re-learn) to the mods before driving it at low speeds for 30 minutes,...than took it on the Hwy for a 15 minute run,...all was well.
I should also mention that at the same time a CORSA Xtreme cat-back was installed along with a K&N CAI so that is the sound you will hear in the attached video.To sum up,...yes,it was worth the investment,...love the way the car sounds.
The JBA Titanium Ceramic coated shorty headers that have a heat range of 1600*F.They are built well with a 3/8" flange so warping is not a concern.There were no fitment issues.
MOPAR OEM Exhaust Manifold Gasket Part #'s - 53032965af & 530332966af
JBA Shorty Header Choices
Stainless Steel - 1964S - Temp.Rating 1300 Degrees F
Silver Ceramic Coated - 1964SJS - Temp.Rating 1500 Degrees F
Titanium Ceramic - 1964SJT - Temp.Rating 1600 Degrees F
Video Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaDCSbzhjJs