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F430 Capristo headers

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  1. MolsonB

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    #1 MolsonB, Jun 29, 2014
    Anyone have a DYI on install? Also, does it come with all the nuts and bolts? Since you have to take off the exhaust from the cats, they say "don't reuse the steal metal clamps", I'm not sure if the kit includes them or not. Basically I'm trying to get everything ahead of time so I don't have to run around the town looking for little things while doing the install.
     
  2. voicey

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    #2 voicey, Jun 29, 2014
    There is a thread on here by Trent when he fitted fabspeed headers. I also have a post on my blog when I fitted Agency Power headers. A quick search will locate both.

    The procedure should be the same for Capristo headers although they are said to be a little more difficult to get to all the studs due to the 4-2-1 design.

    I used new "doughnut" gaskets between the header and cat as well as new bolts for the clamps. If the Capristos don't come with gaskets then get a pair of OEM ones. Ditto for the 12mm self locking nuts that hold the manifold to the head.
     
  3. MolsonB

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    #3 MolsonB, Jun 29, 2014
    I'm having a hard time trying to get info on what exactly comes in the kit. I'll have to get on the phone tomorrow and track down the salesmen.
     
  4. Tally Ho

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    #4 Tally Ho, Jun 29, 2014
    I just did a DIY install of headers and exhaust from Fabspeed. I'm not trying to sway your decision from buying the Capristos but I can tell you that the Fabspeed headers and exhaust come with everything you need. I would assume Capristo does the same but I would definitely confirm it before purchase.
     
  5. yronZFF

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    #5 yronZFF, Jun 29, 2014
    My Capristos came only with the headers, blankets and doughnut gaskets (for between headers and cats). You will need to buy new gaskets (header to heads) and any other nuts, bolts and clamps you want to change.

    You will love the sound!
     
  6. Russell996

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    #6 Russell996, Jun 29, 2014
    Aren't Fabspeed headers and Agency Power headers exactly the same product for the F430?
     
  7. MolsonB

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    #7 MolsonB, Jun 29, 2014
    Did you change your header exhaust gaskets? I can't seem them bad after 16,000 miles. The dealer replaced the original headers around 5,000 miles ago, but I can't tell from the records if they replaced any of the gaskets.
     
  8. voicey

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    #8 voicey, Jun 30, 2014
    Yes mate - apart from the "Made in USA" sticker. ;)

    The head/header gasket really shouldn't be used twice (IMO). It achieves a seal by flattening down a raised section of the metal material. When you take the old ones out they are pretty much flat.
     
  9. yronZFF

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    #9 yronZFF, Jun 30, 2014
    My 430 had only about 4000 miles on it when I had the Capristo headers installed but I still replaced mine with new header gaskets. They are only about $65/pair and I've always installed new gaskets on every car that I installed headers on for the past 40 years.

    Cheap insurance to avoid potential exhaust leaks.
     
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    #10 Russell996, Jun 30, 2014
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    Sticker is made in the USA - wow, good to know Fabspeed have US printed stickers. ;)
     
  11. MolsonB

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    #11 MolsonB, Jun 30, 2014
    Capristoexhaust.com just said they include the exhaust manifold gaskets, nuts and donuts for cats.

    I know working on my domestic mass production cars, a lot of the gaskets are designed to be reused. (not 'all' of them ofcourse...). Thanks for the info guys.
     
  12. yronZFF

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    #12 yronZFF, Jun 30, 2014
    Good to know they're now including the things you need.

    Good luck with the install!
     
  13. MolsonB

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    #13 MolsonB, Jul 16, 2014
    Ah bs.
    Got the parts today and they only had the donut gaskets in there and the exhaust bracket was missing a bolt. So much for doing the install today.

    I'm from Canada and already placed my order for misc items a week ago from Riambi.. Now I have to get nuts and header gaskets from dealer. Grrr
     
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    #14 MolsonB, Jul 20, 2014
    Update:
    Turns out, the headers came right from Germany and only included the doughnut gaskets. Called up Capristoexhaust.com and they said they would ship out the extra missing stuff, no problem at all. Luckily I was in Florida for a few days, drove down and picked them up myself. Great people (Andrea) over at Capristoexhaust.com !

    I'll start the install tomorrow.
     
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    #15 VividRacing, Jul 21, 2014
    Glad they got fixed quickly for us.. Keep us posted with the install Matt.
     
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    #16 chillo, Jul 22, 2014
    Sure are! Have a set of AP headers (manifolds) on mine! ;)
     
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    #17 mah_hai, Aug 11, 2014
    Have you had the install completed yet?

    Would love to see a sound /video clip to hear the difference.
     
  18. MolsonB

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    #18 MolsonB, Aug 16, 2014
    I have it installed. Little tricky getting wrenches in there. I went to dollar store and bought a few to cut/bend to make it work.

    Haven't had a nice day to really get a clip on the road. The gopro sound sucks so I've been trying different external mics. So far I found the sound hasn't changed that much. The tubi was what really changed the sound. I do find the 'changing gear pops' crack a lot crisper. Feel a tiny bit more hp in the butt gauge. I'll get clips soon.

    All in all, the sound is a bit more crisper and tight. The tubi exhaust is what really makes the difference. Oh I'm on stock cats too. (For this year at least).
     
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    #19 DrDon, Aug 16, 2014
    Glad the install went well Matt. Rest of weekend is suppose to be dryer.
     

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