This is easily the most thorough 8th gen header install on UA-cam right now. Thank you for explaining each step, showing clear shots of each part/bolt, and getting straight to the point. Very helpful, very enjoyable and I’m not sure why it doesn’t have more views. Keep up the good work!
Dude, i appreciate that! I do my best with what i have bro. To be honest, there is a lot of competition bro & I'm a bit late into the honda game. That's alright though because I'm going to keep pushing out more content. As long as i can help people & live in the experience, that's all that matters. More DIY to come bro. Thanks for your time
My header has been staring at me the past two months, I knew it would be a big job. Seriously thank you so much for going through each step clearly. Today's the day I start the install.
Alpha is probably the best header for those of us who, like you and me, are running bolt ons. I'm fully bolted now. However, a custom header IMO is best when modding beyond bolt ons because it can be fabricated to match your motor mods like valvetrain, cams, pistons, etc. I don't know if I said it on one of your other vlogs, but I'm keeping my custom ASP race header for when I build my K20. Love your channel man!
When the going gets tough.... Please record it or have someone else do so. So often shit starts to hit the fan and you cut scene and come back telling us how difficult it was. By all means keep doing work, but take us along through thick and thin brother. Thanks for the videos.
Stephen get a skunk2 or other 3in exhaust for the most power. That thin yonaka is not gonna complement the header. You gonna get reflash or flashpro? Otherwise with the header its gonna run poorly and backfire. It wont make any power maybe a little top end.
Gerb Productions try the Full Race one. The pipes into the muffler are staggered; it sounds quieter. Look at tongman`s: ua-cam.com/video/nwDLpfB1s18/v-deo.html
Full Race 3" sounds amazing, not your typical fart can sound with this catback. FR sounds the best IMO. I had it on my FA5 with a stock header and cat and now with an ASP race header. I highly recommend the FR. It's not at all too loud. Quality is top-notch!
I've had numerous people tell me that constantly. I just don't feel like dropping $600 on an exhaust. I'm supposed to be saving for new rims. I might just of back to stock, but i don't want to loose hp or tq with a restrictive ass set up lol
Hey buddy. Great video. I got 1 question maybe you'll see and be able to answer. Looking at your bolts you ground down. How come sping doesn't go on the other end and should hard stop on flange.. Am I better buying honda bolts ? Why are we passing through the flange and putting springs on back side?
Gerb Productions can't decide whether to put the kit on in January or early spring. Spring is the better idea but I want it on lol. Merry Christmas btw!
Damn dude this fucking extended 02 sensor wire is fucking me rn lol i bought some headers of my boy and I totally forgot about this I’m running so rich rn with the k24 I don’t even wanna drive it
Hey there, when I purchase this header does it come with the 2 bolt to 3 bolt adapter and the defouler and extension? Planning on picking this up eventually.
_v.ha yes it does, I just installed my today with the help of this amazing man video and it does come with everything he shows in the video including the extension for the o2
Does the alpha header come with that adapter? I have the Megapower R exhaust and I’d like the alpha to go with it but idk if it’ll work cuz of the 3 bolt flange
In the middle of this install rn. Got my cat out but those manifold bolts are on there. When you said you put heat to it what did you use exactly? Thanks
I have an 09 Si sedan. What header & exhaust system would you recommend for a K24/20 NA set up? K24A2 block. Hmm, not looking for super loud exhaust...lol. Ive heard Invidia Q300 is good. What are your thoughts on a K24/20 exhaust system?
skunk2 header and I'm the worst to ask about exhaust lol. I will say I've heard great things on the q300 and it actually sounds good, but is quieter, too quiet for me.
Hey Stephen, what's the part number for the donut gasket that you ordered? Can the OEM civic si one also work? I don't have headphones, so i cant hear what you said about it. thank you!!
I had to use spacers for this header, never again. I don’t like the tilt it leaves. Skunk2 makes a new header designed for k24 swap, so you’ll be good. Just order from their site. Should say k24 compatible 🤙🏼
@@TheGerbsteve so skunk 2 makes a k24 swap header for the 8th gen or is it the same header but redesigned to fit both on your 8th gen? Sorry im still learning
Did that this year, it was a pain but definitely worth it. Could you drop some photos of the header support bracket you're talking about? I know there's a hanger on the header but nowhere to hook it up
I'll see if i can do a little update in one of my next vids... Take everyone under the car and show them. Yeah the hanger goes to the left of the lower 02 sensor.
Thanks man, took me awhile to install and edit this vid... You do need a stiffer rear mount due to engine movement. The header will hit the subframe with an oem mount
Here it is bro www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-1-2-in-Cordless-3-Speed-Impact-Wrench-Tool-Only-P261/205885687?MERCH=REC-_-rv_categorypages_rr-_-NA-_-205885687-_-N
@@solidstreetrunz3956 Term is use with spark plugs too. "Fouled" is basically a foreign substance like gas, oil, or carbon that builds up around the insulating nose of the O2 sensor or spark plug causing it to malfunction or completely burn out. So that "de-fouler" for the downstream bung just moves the O2 sensor up and out of the way to protect it from the increased flow and potentially increased carbon. I'm sure Skunk2 were blowing throw sensors while designing it
The skunk2 header doesnt come with the bolts needed and a garbage gasket lol its been out for years i would have thought they increased the quality by now -__-
Carlos Gomez i know q300 isnt a 3inch but its quiet, junk2 exhsust is just fuking loud and sounds so shit with raceheader. Fullrace, q300, ktuned or a custom vibrant 3inch sounds best.
Lol I just looked at everything for the 2006 civic si on hybrid racing and I have to say anyone that thinks an oil cap should be 70 bucks and a dipstick should be 100 bucks is crazy. Those things dont do ish for your car and they are charging you for your child's college funds to make you pay for a name. That's how they take all these young kids for 400 bucks on a short throw shifter. Lol
This is easily the most thorough 8th gen header install on UA-cam right now. Thank you for explaining each step, showing clear shots of each part/bolt, and getting straight to the point. Very helpful, very enjoyable and I’m not sure why it doesn’t have more views. Keep up the good work!
Dude, i appreciate that! I do my best with what i have bro. To be honest, there is a lot of competition bro & I'm a bit late into the honda game. That's alright though because I'm going to keep pushing out more content. As long as i can help people & live in the experience, that's all that matters. More DIY to come bro. Thanks for your time
My header has been staring at me the past two months, I knew it would be a big job. Seriously thank you so much for going through each step clearly. Today's the day I start the install.
how did it go?
Alpha is probably the best header for those of us who, like you and me, are running bolt ons. I'm fully bolted now.
However, a custom header IMO is best when modding beyond bolt ons because it can be fabricated to match your motor mods like valvetrain, cams, pistons, etc.
I don't know if I said it on one of your other vlogs, but I'm keeping my custom ASP race header for when I build my K20.
Love your channel man!
I love the alpha bro! Took me a year to decide lol. I’m going to switch my exhaust out, then get my car tuned 👌🏼. Thanks for your support, love it!
When the going gets tough.... Please record it or have someone else do so. So often shit starts to hit the fan and you cut scene and come back telling us how difficult it was. By all means keep doing work, but take us along through thick and thin brother. Thanks for the videos.
I made 220whp with this header (2010fg2) but I'm fully bolted with hondata, so yea get flashpro already =)
I have it now 💪🏼... you'll see
Great video. Step by step,simple without all the flashy bs. Yeah would probably be easier with another person helping and access to an auto lift.
I love the look of the 8th gen coupe!
Stephen get a skunk2 or other 3in exhaust for the most power. That thin yonaka is not gonna complement the header. You gonna get reflash or flashpro? Otherwise with the header its gonna run poorly and backfire. It wont make any power maybe a little top end.
Matt F I think he has a 3 inch in mind already..
Get used to the smell too if you have your windows down often
Matt F oh yeah. Gotta love that exhaust and gas smells..
I would run a 3", but i don't want my car to be too loud. Skunk2 makes the best power though for sure! Flashpro is here ;)
Gerb Productions try the Full Race one. The pipes into the muffler are staggered; it sounds quieter. Look at tongman`s: ua-cam.com/video/nwDLpfB1s18/v-deo.html
Full Race 3" sounds amazing, not your typical fart can sound with this catback. FR sounds the best IMO. I had it on my FA5 with a stock header and cat and now with an ASP race header. I highly recommend the FR. It's not at all too loud. Quality is top-notch!
I've had numerous people tell me that constantly. I just don't feel like dropping $600 on an exhaust. I'm supposed to be saving for new rims. I might just of back to stock, but i don't want to loose hp or tq with a restrictive ass set up lol
Gerb Productions Oh yeah man I hear you! Do what you gotta do! Keep on wrenching brother!
👍🏻glad to see you got your header installed !
Definitely really appreciate all ur videos bro, I'm new to Honda building I have 07 civic ex coupe.
how do you remove the oem header????
Hey buddy. Great video. I got 1 question maybe you'll see and be able to answer. Looking at your bolts you ground down. How come sping doesn't go on the other end and should hard stop on flange.. Am I better buying honda bolts ? Why are we passing through the flange and putting springs on back side?
Keep wrenchin my man! 👍👍😎
That's the plan my guy!
Gerb Productions can't decide whether to put the kit on in January or early spring. Spring is the better idea but I want it on lol. Merry Christmas btw!
Spring bro.. Wait, you'll enjoy it more haha 🙏🏻.. Merry Christmas my dude
I'm about to start this application. I'm nervous. Any tips before I begin? Thanks for the video, you are awesome
Same doing it Wednesday, did you have any issues anything you recommend?
Is that like an oem divider in the exhaust I see at 10:05-10:10 ?
Lol love watching these install videos. Great content
Thanks bro... love your support!
Skunk2 cai,alpha header and 3in skunk2 exhaust wit a tune fun times but wasn’t enough had to go turbo e85
Damn dude this fucking extended 02 sensor wire is fucking me rn lol i bought some headers of my boy and I totally forgot about this I’m running so rich rn with the k24 I don’t even wanna drive it
That seems to be a pain to do. Good job and thanks for sharing greb. Much appreciated ;)
For me, it was. My hardware was all rusty and crap. At the end of the day, it's worth it
Did this header throw any codes?
Merry Chrismast Gerb! Continue with mods in 2018. Come on.
Regardas from Argentina. Ariel.
Merry Christmas Ariel 🎄... We will see what happens for 2018 💪🏼
Gerb I need a CF hood for my 8th gen r18..
Recently gotten into your channel and im loving it. Where did you get the o2 sensor tool?
You should've wrapped the header with heat wrap to reduce temperature all around as air intake, engine etc. More horsepower
When you make the installation alpha header you need make a tuned bro ?
@Gerb hey bro i just check with you if normal that it sounds leaking but doesn’t have a leak for this headers?
How and what did you use to apply heat to the manifold
Hey there, when I purchase this header does it come with the 2 bolt to 3 bolt adapter and the defouler and extension? Planning on picking this up eventually.
_v.ha yes it does, I just installed my today with the help of this amazing man video and it does come with everything he shows in the video including the extension for the o2
Jose Rivas Nice! Thanks for the reply, can’t wait to pick this thing up.
Yes. Paid $410 for mine with everything.
Great work sir.. Now i have an idea how to remove the stock headers from my honda civic fd k series.
Glad it helped
Job made possible by PB Blaster. I use it all the time. Top notch stuff!
It’s a serious life saver 💪🏼
Once u install the header u don’t need the down pipe anymore or u installed back?
Does the alpha header come with that adapter? I have the Megapower R exhaust and I’d like the alpha to go with it but idk if it’ll work cuz of the 3 bolt flange
Yes it does. I had the Megapower r, 2.75” and it bolted onto my header perfectly
@@TheGerbsteve awesome thanks for the reply man, Copping it soon after I get hondata. Love your vids btw they’re a huge help
In the middle of this install rn. Got my cat out but those manifold bolts are on there. When you said you put heat to it what did you use exactly? Thanks
I used a mini propane torch
Can i keep the oem cat and headers one and remove it from my cat back?
how long did it take you to do it? great video,Thanks for posting
Too long. Took me like 7 hours the first time
My dude banging out the install videos 👌🏼👌🏼 merry Christmas bro
F Lorenzo right!! 👊
Trying bro... Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
I have an 09 Si sedan. What header & exhaust system would you recommend for a K24/20 NA set up? K24A2 block. Hmm, not looking for super loud exhaust...lol. Ive heard Invidia Q300 is good. What are your thoughts on a K24/20 exhaust system?
skunk2 header and I'm the worst to ask about exhaust lol. I will say I've heard great things on the q300 and it actually sounds good, but is quieter, too quiet for me.
How did you get the heat shield and header out? From underneath the car or pulled from top of engine bay?
I was able to get it through the top of the engine.
Hey Stephen, what's the part number for the donut gasket that you ordered? Can the OEM civic si one also work? I don't have headphones, so i cant hear what you said about it. thank you!!
I can't remember honestly. I know its a blox racing 2.5" gasket. And i bought it on eBay
U should have made the holes on the headers bigger with a drill
hi . i have the skunk2 header but doesnt have the flange adapter . any idea where can i buy those adapter ? thanks
Try their website or ebay
Goodshit bro 🤙🏽
Great video!!!!! Just got a Skunk2 Mega Power RR for my 2013 Civic Si!
Kaine Brookhouse what’s all mods u got
Nothing other than the exhaust! Buying some headers soon! I am only 16 and bought it 4 months ago. Any suggestions on what time Buy next?
Kaine Brookhouse get a cold air intake
Maybe I will! Brand? Size? Model?
Run skunk2 cai, downpipe, & catback.
By any chance do you have the part numbers for headers bolts and gaskets? Or a link i cant find them
A little late, you probably already figured it out, but for anyone else that might read this comment - Gasket: 18115-PNB-003, Heat shield bolts: 95701-08022-04 req. qty 3, manifold bolts: 95701-10030-08 req. qty. 3, Manifold nuts: 90212-SA5-003 req. qty 2, Flexible Joint Springs: 18230-SV4-000 req. qty 4, Flexible Joint Bolts: 18231-SNA-A00 - req. qty 4 .
Does this fit a k24? I want to put this header on my 8th gen sedan but I want to be able to use it in the future should I go k24.
I had to use spacers for this header, never again. I don’t like the tilt it leaves. Skunk2 makes a new header designed for k24 swap, so you’ll be good. Just order from their site. Should say k24 compatible 🤙🏼
@@TheGerbsteve so skunk 2 makes a k24 swap header for the 8th gen or is it the same header but redesigned to fit both on your 8th gen? Sorry im still learning
@@d0mochi same header, but redesigned to bolt on either engine and eliminates the need for washers on k24 swaps.
@@TheGerbsteve awesome, thank you so much. Once I unclap the exterior of my new to me fa5 I’m gonna start modding
@@d0mochi take your time with the build and have fun. Currently tearing this car down and rebuilding my other fg2 🤙🏼
this is one of the main reasons I dont bother removing the oem whole exhaust
Don’t blame you, it’s not an easy job
U got patience bro 👍🏼
Believe me, I swore a few times lol 👌🏼
three inch exhaust is a bit to much if you are running n/a. is it throwing a CEL yet?
I don't want my car to be too loud... no CEL(yet)
Hey man, Big question: so can i intall a alfa header with a stock exhaust?? or i need a full exhaust first?
Should bolt right up to the stock exhaust.
Gerb Productions so the only thing i need is the header and the skunk 2 extended o2 sensor
Header, o2 extension, & defouler. Get a kit where everything comes together. Mine did.
so the one from ebay its come with everything except for the skunk2 extencion sensor.. price its $4.63
Did that this year, it was a pain but definitely worth it. Could you drop some photos of the header support bracket you're talking about? I know there's a hanger on the header but nowhere to hook it up
I'll see if i can do a little update in one of my next vids... Take everyone under the car and show them. Yeah the hanger goes to the left of the lower 02 sensor.
Why didn't you use the Skunk2 gasket? Which one you used instead?
Skunk2 gaskets are known to leak and fall apart pretty quickly... I used a blox racing, eBay $12.00
Gerb Productions bro, is there a way I can talk to you like faster? Like via email or whatsapp? I want to show you my car and ask you about upgrades.
Instagram @gerb_productions
What is the normal price for this job?
Awesome vid man, def gonna use this. Do I need an aftermarket rear motor mount for the Alpha install?
Thanks man, took me awhile to install and edit this vid... You do need a stiffer rear mount due to engine movement. The header will hit the subframe with an oem mount
Appreciate the info and your channel!! Speaking of which, I've been binge watching lately, so you may notice an uptick in likes
Ayyyyy, thank you ;)
Hey brotha, how long did you run the header before Hondata?
Like two weeks
the exhaust bolts in the northeast take a beating from the snow and shit on the roads, you would think the bolts are 25 yrs old, pain in the A
Yes they do haha... One of the harder jobs that i performed on this car along with the clutch
Drive bys!!!!! Fuckn love ur work bro u do it well🤘🏼
Coming soon 🏎💨💨💨
is that Blox Racing Donut 2.5" or 3"?
2.5” bro
does this pass smog?
Hey did you get a bad smell? If so 1-10 how harsh is it
I'd give it a 6
when I did my header in Red Dawn it was darn murder!!!!
Long process?
Where did you find the skunk2
Good ole ebay
Where did u get ur header at bro?
Bought it off eBay awhile back
What post mount u used on k24 ?
Real Talk crv post mount
Lmfao bro crazy rusty is right trying to put my turbo manifold on and I’m just so worried to break a bolt in the head I’m at a stand still lol
Will this fit a 2018 Civic si ??
Different design. I believe the 9th and 10th gens use single port piping for exhaust
What impact model was that?
Here it is bro www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-1-2-in-Cordless-3-Speed-Impact-Wrench-Tool-Only-P261/205885687?MERCH=REC-_-rv_categorypages_rr-_-NA-_-205885687-_-N
Gerb Productions thanks bro 🙏
Will it pass emissions?
Yes it will. Run de fouler
What's a good clutch that won't smoke my thrust bearing but is still treatable?
Exedy clutch kits all dayyyyy. Oem to be exact.
Gerb Productions what does “de fouler” mean bro ?
@@solidstreetrunz3956 Term is use with spark plugs too. "Fouled" is basically a foreign substance like gas, oil, or carbon that builds up around the insulating nose of the O2 sensor or spark plug causing it to malfunction or completely burn out. So that "de-fouler" for the downstream bung just moves the O2 sensor up and out of the way to protect it from the increased flow and potentially increased carbon. I'm sure Skunk2 were blowing throw sensors while designing it
So is this your family shop ?
Yeah bro, that’s my grandfathers shop
@@TheGerbsteve that's pretty cool.
How long did it take to install it?
Longer then I wanted to... like 8 hrs lol... that's because I couldn't get a few things off due to rust. Had to heat them up
Yo that’s a k24?? With those header
Real Talk in this vid it was a k20, but now I have a k24 using the same header 🤘🏼
Gerb did u used spacers on rear mount
Gerb what Ecu using on k24 was there any modifications on the skunk2 header???
I did
K20 ecu and I needed spacers to clear it
The skunk2 header doesnt come with the bolts needed and a garbage gasket lol its been out for years i would have thought they increased the quality by now -__-
I was kind of but hurt that I had to fab the bolts, but it was good experience 🔧🔧💪🏼
What headers are these?
Skunk2 alpha series
Sick 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙
Thank you
Working on K series motors is much easier....on a Civic EG chassis. lol
One day I’ll swap a k in an older chassis just for that reason 😂💪🏼
YOU ROCK!
Thanks for the support 🙏🏻
👍 nice video
Thanks man 🙏🏻
Now get a fullrace exhaust or q300, or maybe even better ktuned 3inch exhaust! Dont get the junk2 exhaust bro!😂😂
comment man comment man whats wrong with the megapower RR exhaust? Besides it beeing to loud. Lol q300 isn't a real 3in exhaust
Carlos Gomez i know q300 isnt a 3inch but its quiet, junk2 exhsust is just fuking loud and sounds so shit with raceheader. Fullrace, q300, ktuned or a custom vibrant 3inch sounds best.
comment man comment man so dissing skunk2 cause of sound? All I have is a skunk2 RR and it is by far one of the best exhausts out there.
Christopher Millington I’m wrong on an opinion? Rethink that sir.
Skunk2 exhaust is just plain junk as simple as that, full race or ktuned is the best, even vibrant sounds better than junk2.
Hell yea bro
Bout to get the alpha series header for my 2012 civic and I can already tell it's not gonna be fun to do
All depends how rusty hardware is, but nah, it’s kind of tedious lol
Lol I just looked at everything for the 2006 civic si on hybrid racing and I have to say anyone that thinks an oil cap should be 70 bucks and a dipstick should be 100 bucks is crazy. Those things dont do ish for your car and they are charging you for your child's college funds to make you pay for a name. That's how they take all these young kids for 400 bucks on a short throw shifter. Lol
Fuck that bro... I would never pay $70 for an oil cap lol. I wouldn't spend $400 on a short shifter either. I shift fast enough ;)
i got the hybrid racing short shifter. i dont regret it. no more play anymore
Sounds good!! 😎
More HP MAN
Grinding with a cutoff wheel, dumbest thing you can do.
U cut the Deinstallation out of the video. Useless as hell that video.
whats in your driver side foglight?
That’d be a cone for a custom cold air tube haha
@@TheGerbsteve haha thanks for the reply my dude i couldnt for the life of me figure out what that was haha. pretty stealthy !!
Do u need that adapter
Yes