Empi half-a-header

[65bug]

I came across Empi's new half header that attatches to your fresh air heater boxes. Does this thing work??? Would it work for a high performance motor?
     Looked pretty good, however I do not trust Empi parts. I have been told they are really making a effort to produce some quality parts...........
     Any feedback or write ups on this product?


Thank you

[bugnut]

Not familiar with that product... any pics?

[viNce]

Go for a Bugpack Street max, same style but a lot better quality.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=148087&highlight=bugpack+street+max

Had one on my old 1775 engine.

[65bug]

viNce,
    Well I sure would possibly go for a bugpack model! Now they make pretty good stuff!
   Thanks for the info!

[bugnut]

viNce,
    Well I sure would possibly go for a bugpack model! Now they make pretty good stuff!
   Thanks for the info!

Bugpack over Empi poo, everytime. 

[garyj]

What is a "half header"?

[Glenn]

What is a "half header"?

I assume a header uses the stock heater boxes and not J tubes.

[garyj]

Same thing we grew up with...What's the big deal?

[bugnut]

I think it was the merged version that he was referring to, as opposed to the standard 1-3/8" heater box style, at least that's what I've gleamed from ensuing posts.

[65bug]

Thank you! Yea, I would need a merged 1 5/8 version. My motor runs(or ran) cool up until the accident.
    Would be nice to have a affordable merged system with heat for winter! I think I would readily drive the car more often in the winter with heat!!!
     Thanks!

[Glenn]

Get a gas heater.

Large tube heater boxes generally provide minimal heat.