Doug Thorley Header Update as of 07-08-09

Beancounter25 · 07-08-2009, 12:19 PM

This is the latest update as of July 8, 2009. Unfortunately, again, there isn't much to report. Again there is only one person who has responded and put down a credit card (me) so that Doug can create the headers. Remember that Doug Thorley's offer to create headers for the 4.7 V8 4runner is for 20-25 interested parties or they won't make the headers (its simply not worth it to them). If you are interested, you can still call Frank or any of the sales reps at Doug Thorley's (800) 347-8664 and get on the list. As soon as it hits 20-25, they will build them.

Also, I have another question, what are folks doing for headers for the 4.7 V8 anyway? Does everyone run the 4.7 with stock manifolds? Do people believe that stock will give the 4.7 more grunt than headers, is there another company that is making headers that I don't know about, and if that is the case, spill the beans so I can purchase a set.

In any case, it doesn't hurt to call Doug Thorley to show them there is an interest in building them. Again, the number is (800) 347-8664.

Thanks,

Brad

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Rook · 07-08-2009, 07:43 PM

Brad, I think there may be some interest. We may need to spread the word to other 4Runner communities.

Expat · 07-08-2009, 11:23 PM

Thanks for pointing to this thread Rook!

Cost?

Ruffian · 07-09-2009, 03:34 AM

A friend of mine just bought some DT's for his 4.7 Tundra. They cost him just over $400, so I'm willing to bet that's at least the price range for ours. I'm up for it.

Beancounter25 · 07-09-2009, 04:49 AM

I bought DTs for a Tundra because I was told they would fit the 4Runner (they didn't). I bought directly from DT for $700. Now I know for sure, after more diligent research, that I could have gotten the same shorties for about $457.95 from Summit Racing.

http://www.summitracing.com/search/B...eyword=headers

Beancounter25 · 07-09-2009, 04:53 AM

Can anyone help in telling me what other communities/forums this offer should be posted on?

Thanks,
Brad

Rook · 07-09-2009, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beancounter25

Can anyone help in telling me what other communities/forums this offer should be posted on?

Thanks,
Brad

Brad, I posted over at t4r.org and toyota120.com. ulitmateyota is the only other one i can think of

Beancounter25 · 07-09-2009, 09:02 AM

Rook,

Thanks for the help with the communities and forums.

Brad

Mr. Banks · 07-12-2009, 06:18 AM

Looking for Headers on 05 4.7L V8 4x4 sport. What is the price looking like? That's a major factor for me right now. I would like to jump at the chance for someone manufacturing a part that's normally not available to us, but I've got this engagement ring to pay off while in Iraq...heh.

Beancounter25 · 07-13-2009, 05:14 AM

I don't know what the price would be for sure, but with a cat behind each stock manifold, it probably won't be cheap - but you made me think Mr. Banks, I need to call them and get one of their sales reps. email address so folks can email Doug Thorley themselves as opposed to dealing with the phone. Their phone can be a pain in the rear end.

Thanks,
Brad

jamanred · 07-17-2009, 11:21 AM

I'm definately interested, just not until Nov or Dec of this year.. Unless my money tree blooms early.. So as soon as a cost is posted, I can start pinching pennies.

Beancounter25 · 07-17-2009, 04:54 PM

Jamanred,

Interest is starting in trickles right now so don't worry about missing the bus. I have a series of questions that I sent to Doug Thorley and as soon as I get a response, I will post them. The questions are really from Expat, he gave me some tips on a group buy - questions related to "what will the product do for our vehicles, cost, when will they be avalable once we hit the 20-25 buyer level, etc..." so stay tuned, more info will hopefully be coming (I sent it to them yesterday afternoon).

Thanks,
Brad

Ruffian · 09-12-2009, 11:18 AM

Thanks for your work on this Brad. I'm definately in. I probably won't install them until after the warranty is up, but I'd love to keep improving my girl!

07-08-2009, 07:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
Rook Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 12	Brad, I think there may be some interest. We may need to spread the word to other 4Runner communities. __________________ 2005 Stratosphere V8 SE Offroad Pics

07-08-2009, 11:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
Expat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Agoura Hills, CA Posts: 459	Thanks for pointing to this thread Rook! Cost? __________________ Mark 04 4Runner SE, 17x9 MT ClassicLocks, 305x17x70 Nitto Terragraps., SW Sliders & Bullbar, Smittybilt 10000lb winch, OME Susp, 1.5" 4Crawler BL, Kurt Trailing Arms, MagnaFlow, 60" High Lift, Cobra 75WXST CB radio, 4ft Firestick, Yaesu FT-7800 2m/70cm Ham Radio, Comet Dualband Ant., Sat. Radio, Garmin Nuvi GPS, CO2 system, Lightforce 240 Blitz, Surco roofrack, Downey Frt skid

07-09-2009, 03:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
Ruffian Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Auburn, CA. Posts: 3	A friend of mine just bought some DT's for his 4.7 Tundra. They cost him just over $400, so I'm willing to bet that's at least the price range for ours. I'm up for it. __________________ 2003 4Runner 4x4 4.7L v8, proudly owned by a girl who likes to get dirty.

07-09-2009, 04:49 AM	#5 (permalink)
Beancounter25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 22	Potential Cost I bought DTs for a Tundra because I was told they would fit the 4Runner (they didn't). I bought directly from DT for $700. Now I know for sure, after more diligent research, that I could have gotten the same shorties for about $457.95 from Summit Racing. http://www.summitracing.com/search/B...eyword=headers

07-09-2009, 04:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
Beancounter25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 22	What Other Communities/Forums Should This Offer Be Posted On? Can anyone help in telling me what other communities/forums this offer should be posted on? Thanks, Brad

07-09-2009, 09:02 AM	#8 (permalink)
Beancounter25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 22	Rook, Thanks for the help with the communities and forums. Brad

07-12-2009, 06:18 AM	#9 (permalink)
Mr. Banks Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 4	Looking for Headers on 05 4.7L V8 4x4 sport. What is the price looking like? That's a major factor for me right now. I would like to jump at the chance for someone manufacturing a part that's normally not available to us, but I've got this engagement ring to pay off while in Iraq...heh. __________________ '05 4Runner Sport Edition 4x4/v8/4.7L, XREAS

07-13-2009, 05:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
Beancounter25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 22	I don't know what the price would be for sure, but with a cat behind each stock manifold, it probably won't be cheap - but you made me think Mr. Banks, I need to call them and get one of their sales reps. email address so folks can email Doug Thorley themselves as opposed to dealing with the phone. Their phone can be a pain in the rear end. Thanks, Brad Last edited by Beancounter25; 07-13-2009 at 05:16 AM.

07-17-2009, 11:21 AM	#11 (permalink)
jamanred Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bethlehem PA Posts: 20	I'm definately interested, just not until Nov or Dec of this year.. Unless my money tree blooms early.. So as soon as a cost is posted, I can start pinching pennies. __________________ The J Man -Yes it is a fish in a blender.. 03 4Runner Limited 4.7L: 20" Mazi rims, altezza tail lights, chrome amber bulbs, etc..

07-17-2009, 04:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
Beancounter25 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 22	Jamanred, Interest is starting in trickles right now so don't worry about missing the bus. I have a series of questions that I sent to Doug Thorley and as soon as I get a response, I will post them. The questions are really from Expat, he gave me some tips on a group buy - questions related to "what will the product do for our vehicles, cost, when will they be avalable once we hit the 20-25 buyer level, etc..." so stay tuned, more info will hopefully be coming (I sent it to them yesterday afternoon). Thanks, Brad

09-12-2009, 11:18 AM	#13 (permalink)
Ruffian Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Auburn, CA. Posts: 3	Thanks for your work on this Brad. I'm definately in. I probably won't install them until after the warranty is up, but I'd love to keep improving my girl! __________________ 2003 4Runner 4x4 4.7L v8, proudly owned by a girl who likes to get dirty.

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