LCE Header write up?

[wslytoy]

Hey Guys, just outta curiousity, does any1 have a descent write up on installing a LCE 2.7 header? I'm going to be ordering mine in the next week or os and plan on installing it ove the holidays. I've never done an install such as this and was wondering how long it took and all that jazz. I'm sure I can do it myself, I've just never done it b4. I've done other major engine mods such as heads and what not, Just not on Toyota's. Any tips or install pics would kickass! Thanx guys, Wesley

[wslytoy]

bump it up, any1???????

[hytenor]

Hey Guys, just outta curiousity, does any1 have a descent write up on installing a LCE 2.7 header? I'm going to be ordering mine in the next week or os and plan on installing it ove the holidays. I've never done an install such as this and was wondering how long it took and all that jazz. I'm sure I can do it myself, I've just never done it b4. I've done other major engine mods such as heads and what not, Just not on Toyota's. Any tips or install pics would kickass! Thanx guys, Wesley

have you checked the NE board for header install? one will be the same as another.

pick up a few extra stud bolts before you get started...I stripped 3 of them dudes ;)

After install, you'll need to drive to a muffler shop to have your exahaust connected as there is no such thing as a true 'bolt-right-up header out there.

the Haynes book has all you need for the job but check with Showstop, he's kind of a guru on that stuff ;)

[wslytoy]

have you checked the NE board for header install? one will be the same as another.

pick up a few extra stud bolts before you get started...I stripped 3 of them dudes ;)

After install, you'll need to drive to a muffler shop to have your exahaust connected as there is no such thing as a true 'bolt-right-up header out there.

the Haynes book has all you need for the job but check with Showstop, he's kind of a guru on that stuff ;)

I didn't even think to look at the NE site, good idea, DUH, lol. I'll definitely pick up some extra stud bolts. Damn it, I get to drive a ricer around to the exhaust shop, lol. Yeah I'll definitely PM Showstop b4 I do it, he's always been pretty helpful, as have you. Thanx for the heads up. Peace, Wes

[OBATDDSD]

It was pretty much bolt on for a 95 2.7. Extra studs= yes!! Also a slip on cloth-foil like heat shield for your brake line. The header sits pretty close to the brake line. Some people carefully bend it back.

[wslytoy]

It was pretty much bolt on for a 95 2.7. Extra studs= yes!! Also a slip on cloth-foil like heat shield for your brake line. The header sits pretty close to the brake line. Some people carefully bend it back.


Hmmm, I'll take a looksy and if it's too much to bend I'll fab up some kinda heatshield. Thanx, Wes

[akshunj]

Wes,

if you want to have the ability to easily remove the exhaust from the header go on JC Whitney and buy some exhaust flanges. This way you can unbolt the stuff instead of having to worry about welding.

[wslytoy]

Wes,

if you want to have the ability to easily remove the exhaust from the header go on JC Whitney and buy some exhaust flanges. This way you can unbolt the stuff instead of having to worry about welding.

that's a pretty good idea. Do you know if they're size specific or are they pretty much just universal? Thanx, Wes

[hytenor]

It was pretty much bolt on for a 95 2.7. Extra studs= yes!! Also a slip on cloth-foil like heat shield for your brake line. The header sits pretty close to the brake line. Some people carefully bend it back.

what did you use for the shield? any pics?

[ShowStop]

I took several pics of my install when I did that back in January, but didn't do a write-up or post them anywhere. I recommended to the guys at LCE to include the kits with the kit, but it doesn't sound like it happened. I went to AutoZone with my header and picked-up all the hardware I needed, then finished the install. I made sure I had all the gaskets and stuff I needed, just didn't expect to have to do that with the EGR and O2 sensor studs

[akshunj]

that's a pretty good idea. Do you know if they're size specific or are they pretty much just universal? Thanx, Wes
Nope, just make sure the flanges are the same diameter as the header and exhaust pipe. Have them welded on, then bolt them together.

[OBATDDSD]

what did you use for the shield? any pics?
Its a thermosleeve made by cool it thermo tec. thermotec.com It has a mylar finish thats suppost reflect 90% of heat. They also make a hook wrap around. Bought at Vic Hubbard in Hayward. First saw it the Eastwood catalog. Haven't installed it. Still have to install an egt guage and URD fuel mod kit.

[OBATDDSD]

that's a pretty good idea. Do you know if they're size specific or are they pretty much just universal? Thanx, Wes
Wes. Check with LCE first. The one I bought from them came with a 3 hole flange already welded at the collector with a o2 sensor holeand gasket. Mine was a 95 2.7.

[hytenor]

Its a thermosleeve made by cool it thermo tec. thermotec.com It has a mylar finish thats suppost reflect 90% of heat. They also make a hook wrap around. Bought at Vic Hubbard in Hayward. First saw it the Eastwood catalog. Haven't installed it. Still have to install an egt guage and URD fuel mod kit.

kewl, thanks

[mudferret]

My God you're creepy looking in costumes.:p

[hytenor]

My God you're creepy looking in costumes.:p

some creepy, some dorky and some just plain gay, LOL

[tacodab]

plasma cutter came today :):)
any words of advice

[tacodab]

creepy.......I vote gay...LOL :P

[hytenor]

plasma cutter came today :):)
any words of advice

Weee! which one did you get??

hook up the air and set the psi per the book.
plug it in.
start playin' ;)

make yourself some 2"x whatever" x1/4" plywood as straightedges.
I also made myself some other jigs like one for 45s, etc. off-set is about 1/8" so when you make a pattern make it that much smaller than what you want the steel to be.

If you don't have a scroll saw, get one. Jigsaws are fine for large or not-so-detailed stuff.

[tacodab]

Weee! which one did you get??

hook up the air and set the psi per the book.
plug it in.
start playin' ;)

make yourself some 2"x whatever" x1/4" plywood as straightedges.
I also made myself some other jigs like one for 45s, etc. off-set is about 1/8" so when you make a pattern make it that much smaller than what you want the steel to be.

If you don't have a scroll saw, get one. Jigsaws are fine for large or not-so-detailed stuff. I got the one you have :)
I think
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=45030&item=3856513467&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
OK great idea for the jigs...I have lots of saws to play with....my bandsaw with a fine blade should do good.:cool:

[tacodab]

Weee! which one did you get??

hook up the air and set the psi per the book.
plug it in.
start playin' ;)

make yourself some 2"x whatever" x1/4" plywood as straightedges.
I also made myself some other jigs like one for 45s, etc. off-set is about 1/8" so when you make a pattern make it that much smaller than what you want the steel to be.

If you don't have a scroll saw, get one. Jigsaws are fine for large or not-so-detailed stuff.
how quickly do you go through the tips?

[hytenor]

I got the one you have :)
I think
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=45030&item=3856513467&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
OK great idea for the jigs...I have lots of saws to play with....my bandsaw with a fine blade should do good.:cool:


cool, yea, same one. I didn't get the cool gloves though :(

get a 1/8" bs blade and you'll be able to make easy patterns/jigs.

another great tool for this is a 1"x30"/5" disc beltsander. HD has them for under $50 and I use it for more things than I can think of. get some Zircon belts and it makes a great detail grinder. get some 400g belts for sharpening stuff.
I usually get my belts from Klingspor.

If you like to spend a little more $ go for the 1x42"/9" disc sander, around $200. Jet brand is what I have. more power but not nearly as compact.

[hytenor]

how quickly do you go through the tips?

I've only gone through one set so far. They do get worn but still work for general cutting. for finer detail in very thin metal I would swap in a new set just for that then switch back.

[ZICK]

My LC engineering header cracked all the welds in the center of the 4 into 1 collector in about 60,000 miles.. I tried to weld it and couldn't get to it (would just arch to the side of the pipe. I even tried to get a welding shop and he told me he probably couldn't get it completely sealed again.. I bought that to replace the factory exhaust manifold that cracked on me just over 120k. Now I'm on my 2nd factory manifold. I called LC Engineering to ask what the deal was and they told me to send it to them and then they could look and see what they could do.. I'm in Pennsylvania and shipping it to them and getting it back would take time and wouldn't be cheap.. Especially if it was just so they could tell me that they couldn't fix it.. And besides, this is my daily driver.. Am I suppose to rent a car while it's off? I thought about getting another header and decided against it for the $$.. Just my 2 cents.. Good luck..

[ShowStop]

My LCE header just cracked too. I'm thinking its partly caused by my worn engine mounts.

[cvajs]

talk about reviving a "dead" thread....

did anyone note the material and gauge of the piping? any rust anywhere??