F22A Bisimoto Header: How well is yours working?

[GhostAccord]

What's an h22 header have to do with the thread?

Spam??? lol

[Jarrett]

The best I could determine was that he meant to show an example of a 1-piece header that negated the need for a slip joint altogether. I was confused as well.

[Ralphie]

Ya it's not spam, he is just throwing out an avenue for people to explore.

I think it was uncalled for.

He can start a thread about it to share with fellow tuners, but this thread has a specific point and that adds no merit to the problems at hand.

We all have google.

[deevergote]

http://www.privatelabelmfg.com/produ...-rf-header.htm

js....

I'd like to see this explained as well. I'd hate to have to ban a veteran premium member. Complaining about Bisi's products in a thread dedicated to them is one thing. Offering alternatives (or attempting to, as that is not at all what we are discussing here) is a pretty shitty thing to do.

Bisi and I have had our disagreements, and I have voiced my own negative feelings regarding a few matters... but I will not stand for something as disrespectful as this. Especially something so incredibly poorly thought out that the link seems to be posted purely in malice, with little intention to offer any actual help to anyone.

[illinois_erik]

In regard to positive feedback, there are tons, and here is a few samples of F and H series clients with great success:

http://youtu.be/dg0ZNLU66Io

http://youtu.be/pjkjubb6rhc

http://youtu.be/EkDluwnA67M

http://youtu.be/ibSWswq35gQ

http://youtu.be/9AfSEb_HpIc

The Bisimoto headers ARE the most advanced F units on the planet, and the new v3 designs are even more superior. The OP will be very pleased with the performance upon recieving his unit back. Thanks, and have a pleasant weekend.

[gloryaccordy]

Most advanced headers in the world... lol. Cheap Ebay 4-1 headers don't leak

[toycar]

Most advanced headers in the world... lol. Cheap Ebay 4-1 headers don't leak

Classy, real classy

[Ralphie]

Damn that sucks, never seen Yaw banned lol.

In any case, it's silly and unfair to everyone to gunk it up with opinions....that's what Bisi's forum/site is for.

Call the fucking BBB.

Im not really on any side because I have not shelled out money, so I keep my mouth shut.

I am hoping for a good resolution and that's what this thread was intended for so we should all strive to keep it that way.

OR BANSTICK RAPPPE YOU

[bigpoppa694lyfe]

Any new updates on the fitment? Although I wasn't thrilled with the customer service on my last Bisimoto purchase... I still plan on using their parts for my next build, including the header if the QC can improve.

[jdm92_accorn]

something that would help is if he used bolts to hold it together rather than springs.

[Tishock]

something that would help is if he used bolts to hold it together rather than springs.

Exactly. The springs seem to serve no real useful purpose.

For now I’m using turnbuckle hook and hooks (mine are beefier than pic) instead of the stupid springs. And then if the spring perches break off, I will have some bolt hole perches welded on like the 2nd image below. The header still leaks a little but it’s noticeably a lot less than with just the springs. I'm sure welded on bolt hole perches would work even better.

I’ve also just ordered the RESBOND sealant below. So rather than welding, I’ve thought I may end up using this instead, the next time I remove the header in a couple of months. I’ve used it on a furnace before and it worked great.

“TC-ADH-Resbond-907GF-5
High Temperature Adhesive and Sealant Putty, Resbond™ 907GF Fireproof Adhesive and Sealant is a moist, creamy putty for use to from -300ºF to 2350ºF.”

[oyajicool]

Any new updates on the fitment? Although I wasn't thrilled with the customer service on my last Bisimoto purchase... I still plan on using their parts for my next build, including the header if the QC can improve.

No update yet. My weekend shop helper couldn't make it this weekend due to school work. I was hoping that he would help me out for the Bisi header installation since the generic header on the car developed leak. It could be the famous gasket failure. I wasn't gonna use Bisi header this time but this leak made me to think otherwise.

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tishock's turnbuckle idea is great. I would try it if there's issue with springs. I have a tube of exhaust system sealer which my son had tried to use on his Civic's cast iron exhaust manifold.

[Macaqueistrong]

I haven't really chimed in yet but, my experience with the header is that it does leak at the slip joint but only at idle, I don't notice any exhaust fumes in the cabin or outside of the car when the car is idling and no carbon buildup in the engine bay whatsoever.

After driving the car around for maybe 10 minutes I did notice that the leak seamed to stop and the pipes sealed shut. I still had the gap at the slip joint but no exhaust was escaping from that gap. After letting the car sit for a couple of days, I turned it on and checked the gap again, the leak returned but after a quick drive it sealed up again.

In conclusion, yes my Bisi header leaks, but only at idle , no it doesn't bother me, yes it is installed correcly, and last but not least, I absolutely love the header. Where else am I going to get a better performing header that was made for this motor? I wouldn't pay retail price for the header, but if you can get one second hand I would say it would be money well spent.

[Stoner51]

I haven't really chimed in yet but, my experience with the header is that it does leak at the slip joint but only at idle, I don't notice any exhaust fumes in the cabin or outside of the car when the car is idling and no carbon buildup in the engine bay whatsoever.

After driving the car around for maybe 10 minutes I did notice that the leak seamed to stop and the pipes sealed shut. I still had the gap at the slip joint but no exhaust was escaping from that gap. After letting the car sit for a couple of days, I turned it on and checked the gap again, the leak returned but after a quick drive it sealed up again.

In conclusion, yes my Bisi header leaks, but only at idle , no it doesn't bother me, yes it is installed correcly, and last but not least, I absolutely love the header. Where else am I going to get a better performing header that was made for this motor? I wouldn't pay retail price for the header, but if you can get one second hand I would say it would be money well spent.

Do you have a 2.5in exhaust or the are you using any of the stock parts?

I ask because I am wondering if the smaller diameter is backing up the exhaust causing the header to leak? I am by no means an expert on exhaust or anything else just thinking.

I notice the OP diameter drops down to stock past the flex pipe. Or so it looks. I also recall reading something about hotter exhaust gases flowing faster which would explain why you don't leak once your engine is warm.


steve

[Macaqueistrong]

I'm running open header right now.