Spec Focus Exhaust Headers.... - The Ford Focus Forum

**JimmySolo2** · 03-06-2006, 12:22 AM

Does anyone know if the Ford Racing header is the same thing as the SVT header?

Does F2 make a header for the Zetec?

**Ted7rns** · 03-06-2006, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JimmySolo2

Does anyone know if the Ford Racing header is the same thing as the SVT header?

Does F2 make a header for the Zetec?

The Zetec can use any header. FRPP has a couple headers for the Zetec. F2 is making headers for the Zetec and will be for sale soon.

**Gutted Hatch** · 03-06-2006, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted7rns

The Zetec can use any header. FRPP has a couple headers for the Zetec. F2 is making headers for the Zetec and will be for sale soon.

Wait... ANY header? And the exhaust is open, right? So would the side-exit header I dreampt up be legal?

**f2focus** · 03-06-2006, 02:53 PM

I don't see why not, we ran the car with an open pipe and it sounds sick!!!!

**Ted7rns** · 03-06-2006, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Gutted Hatch

Wait... ANY header? And the exhaust is open, right? So would the side-exit header I dreampt up be legal?

Sure,

Now each track has different sound regulations. So, make sure you know what the max sound for each track you’re running out.

We’re lucky here in SoCal because there’s no sound limit at Cal-Speedway, Buttonwillow, Willow Springs or Vegas.

NorCal has Sound Regulations at all of their tracks.

I would still think it’s better to have the tailpipe coming out the side behind the driver, rather then in front.

There's nothing like the sound of a Non-Muffle Duratec.

**Gutted Hatch** · 03-06-2006, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted7rns

Sure,

Now each track has different sound regulations. So, make sure you now what the max sound for each track you’re running out.

We’re lucky here in SoCal because there’s no sound limit at Cal-Speedway, Buttonwillow, Willow Springs or Vegas.

NorCal has Sound Regulations at all of their tracks.

There's nothing like the sound of a Non-Muffle Duratec.

I have been spec'ing the thing out in my head for a while now. Sound would be covered

I just need someone to want one, and be willing to pay out the ass for the parts I want to build it with.

I can live in my own little dreamworld, cant I?

**Penguini66** · 03-06-2006, 04:01 PM

Why not just mount the header upsidown and run it right up through a hole in the hood?

**GtnMaZumOn** · 03-06-2006, 09:19 PM

^^^ THAT would RULE!!! Don't forget the little flappy thing the semis have on their vertical exhaust pipes!

**JimmySolo2** · 03-06-2006, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted7rns

The Zetec can use any header. FRPP has a couple headers for the Zetec. F2 is making headers for the Zetec and will be for sale soon.

How did I miss that? The rules I downloaded state this....

11.12 Exhaust Manifold/Intake Manifold
Non-SVT Zetec and Duratec engines may use Ford Racing or F2 Exhaust manifolds. Any exhaust pipe may be used.

Since it doesn't say Zetec can use any header can they really? Do I have old rules? Mine are Ver 1.6.1 25/1/2006, probably old.

This begs the question, which is the best header to run? I plan on keeping my bosal exhaust in case I have to give ride along's to my student, so I'll give up a couple HP's.

**Ted7rns** · 03-06-2006, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by JimmySolo2

How did I miss that? The rules I downloaded state this....

11.12 Exhaust Manifold/Intake Manifold
Non-SVT Zetec and Duratec engines may use Ford Racing or F2 Exhaust manifolds. Any exhaust pipe may be used.

Since it doesn't say Zetec can use any header can they really? Do I have old rules? Mine are Ver 1.6.1 25/1/2006, probably old.

This begs the question, which is the best header to run? I plan on keeping my bosal exhaust in case I have to give ride along's to my student, so I'll give up a couple HP's.

Well, if it doesn't state it in the rules, it's good to ask. Normally if it isn't in the rules, it's not allowed. But since the rules only talked about headers for SVT's and Duratecs....then that would leave the Zetecs open.

Now, this brings up something that is in the rules that is important. That is Rule #4 Format.

4 Format
Modifications, addition or removal of parts are not allowed, unless specified or approved in these rules. Additional
modifications are not permitted. These rules are not intended as guidelines; rather they shall serve as the national set
of rules, and must be strictly followed. Each NASA Region is responsible for ensuring that all competitors running in
the corresponding regional championship conform to these rules.

It is important that if anyone doesn't see it in the rules.... Please ask first.

**JimmySolo2** · 03-06-2006, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted7rns

Well, if it doesn't state it in the rules, it's good to ask. Normally if it isn't in the rules, it's not allowed. But since the rules only talked about headers for SVT's and Duratecs....then that would leave the Zetecs open.

..... As I read the rules, it only talks about NON SVT Zetec's and Duratecs.

**Ted7rns** · 03-07-2006, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by JimmySolo2

..... As I read the rules, it only talks about NON SVT Zetec's and Duratecs.

You're right.... we need to change that. Good Catch.

There should be no "NON"

**JimmySolo2** · 03-07-2006, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted7rns

Good Catch.

Don't worry, I can be quite anal and lawyer like when I need to be. [LOL]

**JimmySolo2** · 03-07-2006, 11:40 PM

Speaking of which.... Which header IS the best?

**Gutted Hatch** · 03-07-2006, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JimmySolo2

Speaking of which.... Which header IS the best?

It's a tossup between the SVT and the FS. SVT has an extra HP or two, but the FS is a snap to install.

**JimmySolo2** · 03-09-2006, 12:02 AM

Will I need a new Flexpipe and exhaust if I go with the SVT?

**Gutted Hatch** · 03-09-2006, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JimmySolo2

Will I need a new Flexpipe and exhaust if I go with the SVT?

Exhaust, no. You'd need the SVT header and cat (or ORP) to bolt to whatever exhaust you have, IIRC.

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