I get a bit more popping than I think I should as well. You mentioned the exhaust leak possiblity. How do you check for that or how do you check the seal between the pipes and headers? Dish soap mix?
05 BA, Goodwood Green, Chevy605 pipes , ai removed, Freak kit, K&N pods, 145 main/42 pilot / 3 turns out, bags and screen
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