to get this done.....about how much would the installation cost if i took it to a shop...NOT A DEALERSHIP....and is it possible to install for a newbie mechanic like myself.all i have done is install the air intake.

 

its really not hard at all! just look at the how to's on here and you will save money. If you do take it to a shop, prolly lookin at 1 to 1 1/2 hours of labor, and i think that rate depends on the area your in. Its hardly ever the same. Ask around your local shops to get an idea

 

you can do it ur self...its not hard, and as mentioned above, just search on the how-to's...i've seen some for header installs...it wont take u long if u DIY

 

Plus, I feel that you get more satisfaction when you install something yourself. Feels like it means more to you than just another part on the car, you put your own blood and sweat into it.

 

Free!!! do it yourself. it's really a no brainer project.

 

cant fing anything in the how to's......do i need to raise the engine and all that...or is there plenty of room to work around??

 

Unless the exhaust needs to be welded together and you can't weld, you can easily do this all yourself and you should have plenty of room for eveything (unless the engine bay of a sedan is significantly different from the coupe. Everything should be done under the car and you shouldnt have to raise anything but the car itself.

 

No need to raise the engine. It's a little tight, but the exhaust manifold will pull out from the top.

You'll also need a sawzall or something to cut you stock cat-back. It won't come off intact.

 

my catback only cost me 80 to install...and the header would probaly run like 100 ish ...could be different in different areas i guess...

 

I'd say do it yourself. Its a good way to get to know your car and you get a good feeling that you did it yourself too.
Search the "how to" forum, its got good stuff in there, not only exhuast installation

 

I wish I had installed my header by myself, but I wanted to get it on quickly for a dyno day we were having so I caved in. I ended up paying several hundred for the install.