I got the ceramic coated Schumachers for $400. I also only have a 2.5” exhaust system, and the cam I picked is supposed to work well with a restricted exhaust.
For maximum performance, I agree the Tri-y’s are a step back. But I’ll be honest with you I’m damn tired of fighting the headers any time I want to do anything motor or trans related. The way they fit is like the way your foot fits in a shoe 1/2 size to small. It will work, but no room for movement.
