How much HP does Kooks headers add?

Kooks Headers’ 2018 Mustang Exhaust System adds up to 55 HP. So there are plenty of companies out there who tout that their bolt on products can generate a lot of power.

Which is faster LS3 or L99?

1 of a second faster in the quarter mile not once, but twice. While the LS3 makes more power, the L99 still has its advantages with VVT and being auto. There’s a few reasons why the L99 makes less horsepower to the wheels than the LS3. First of all, we start with 26 less bhp.

Is the L99 better than LS3?

The L99 is a 400-horsepower engine while its fraternal twin–LS3–is rated at 422 hp. The difference lies in the valvetrain; as the short-block, heads, and intake manifold are identical. One small note is that the L99 does have slightly less compression than the LS3 powerplants.

What Camaro has the L99 engine?

Camaro SS
The L99 was an adapted version of the LS3. It was ONLY available in the 2010-15 Camaro SS with an automatic transmission. It used different pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, and valves. It also added Active Fuel Management (AFM) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT)​.

Are Kooks headers the best?

Most Ford Mustang enthusiasts agree that both Kooks and American Racing exhaust headers are great for any Pony, including late models. Considerable gains in HP and torque have been documented for both kinds of exhaust headers.

How much horsepower can a L99 handle?

They can handle about 800 hp and 7000 rpm in boosted applications (at least for a while). They are likely to bend before they break when subjected to real track conditions. If you’re getting forged pistons, upgrade to forged connecting rods at the same time.

Why are kooks headers so expensive?

Kooks headers are made of 304 stainless, which is way more expensive than plain steel. They also are TIG welded. This is very important because TIG welding while stronger is very expensive. On average, TIG welding takes 3x as long as MIG welding which makes production slower.

What do Kooks headers do?

Kooks is your one-stop for every header or exhaust component need. We are capable of mandrel-bent tubing services, welding, forming, notching, burning custom flanges, producing specialty collectors and even have our own line of racing mufflers and tips.

How much power can a Camaro SS handle?

This means the naturally-aspirated 6.2-liter V8 still cranks out 455 horsepower propelling the coupe from 0-60 mph in precisely 4.0 seconds. If that isn’t enough, then good news: for roughly $7,000 you can slap on a blower and dial the SS up to 500 horsepower at the wheels.