Enhance the performance, throttle response, and exhaust efficiency of your Porsche 993 Carrera with the Fabspeed Sport Headers Without Heat. Engineered specifically for Porsche's air-cooled 3.6L and compatible 3.8L naturally aspirated flat-six engines, these premium performance headers replace the restrictive factory exhaust manifolds with an equal-length, high-flow design developed to improve exhaust gas velocity and increase engine performance.
At the heart of the system is Fabspeed's equal-length, 1.75-inch (45mm) primary tubing, engineered to promote consistent exhaust pulse timing and efficient exhaust gas evacuation. The optimized header geometry helps improve engine breathing while supporting increased horsepower, torque, and throttle response throughout the RPM range.
Each header incorporates a high-velocity 3-into-1 merge collector, designed to combine exhaust gases from three cylinders into a single outlet with minimal turbulence. This configuration improves exhaust scavenging and helps the naturally aspirated flat-six engine operate more efficiently, particularly during higher-RPM driving.
Fabspeed advertises performance improvements of approximately 12 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque, along with improved throttle response. Actual gains will vary depending on engine configuration, exhaust modifications, and operating conditions.
Manufactured from premium 14–16 gauge T304L stainless steel, the Sport Headers feature CNC mandrel-bent tubing designed to maintain consistent internal diameter and maximize exhaust flow. The stainless-steel construction provides excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and resistance to demanding exhaust temperatures.
Unlike conventional Porsche 993 exhaust headers, this system is intentionally manufactured without integrated heat exchanger boxes. Eliminating the heat exchangers reduces unnecessary exhaust assembly weight, contributing to Fabspeed's advertised 10-pound weight savings compared with the factory components.
The absence of heat exchangers also makes these headers particularly well suited for track-focused Porsche 993 builds and vehicles operated in warmer climates. However, removing the original heat exchanger assemblies eliminates the engine-supplied warm air used by the vehicle's cabin heating system.
Fabspeed developed this system using experience gained from testing on ANDIAL-built Porsche 993 Cup and RS Clubsport vehicles. The design draws inspiration from Porsche Motorsport's heat-exchanger-free exhaust configurations used on 993 Supercup race cars.
Designed as a direct replacement for the factory exhaust headers, the system connects from the engine exhaust ports to the original catalytic converter inlets. Fabspeed offers both Bischoff-style and Gillet-style outlet flange configurations to accommodate differences in factory Porsche 993 exhaust systems.
Installation requires no cutting or welding, and the original catalytic converters remain in place. The headers can also be combined with Fabspeed's Porsche 993 Sport Cat X-Pipe for customers seeking a more comprehensive exhaust performance upgrade.
For Porsche 993 Carrera owners prioritizing performance, reduced weight, and motorsport-inspired engineering over factory cabin heating functionality, the Fabspeed Sport Headers Without Heat provide a purpose-built exhaust upgrade backed by Fabspeed's Lifetime Warranty.
Fits 1994–1998 Porsche 911 Carrera (993) naturally aspirated applications
Compatible with 3.6L air-cooled flat-six engines
Compatible with Porsche 993 Carrera RS 3.8L applications
Compatible with applicable Porsche 993 Supercup / Cup 3.8L race cars
Fits compatible Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Cabriolet, and Targa configurations
Does not fit Porsche 993 Turbo or Turbo S
Replaces the factory left-hand and right-hand exhaust headers
Features equal-length 1.75-inch (45mm) primary tubing
Includes high-velocity 3-into-1 merge collectors
Does not include factory-style heat exchanger boxes
Eliminates engine-supplied cabin heating functionality
Recommended for track-focused vehicles or vehicles operated in warmer climates
Available with Bischoff-style or Gillet-style outlet flanges
Bischoff: Generally applicable to 1994 through early/mid-1995 production vehicles; triangular three-bolt flange with flat-bottom profile
Gillet: Generally applicable to later production vehicles; round three-bolt flange configuration
Flange selection must be confirmed by inspecting the existing exhaust system
Compatible with the appropriate factory catalytic converter inlet configuration
Original catalytic converters remain installed
No cutting or welding required
Re-torque exhaust fasteners to factory specifications after the initial heat cycle
Professional installation recommended
Fabspeed left-hand stainless-steel Sport Header
Fabspeed right-hand stainless-steel Sport Header
Integrated 3-into-1 high-velocity merge collectors
Selected Bischoff or Gillet outlet flange configuration
Sold Separately:
Replacement exhaust gaskets and mounting hardware, if required
Fabspeed Porsche 993 Sport Cat X-Pipe
Fabspeed Porsche 993 performance mufflers
Professional installation labor
Manufacturer: Fabspeed Motorsport
Part Number: FS.POR.993.SHDRWOHX
Product Type: Performance Exhaust Headers Without Heat
Vehicle Application: Porsche 911 Carrera (993)
Model Years: 1994–1998
Engine Compatibility: 3.6L / Compatible 3.8L Naturally Aspirated Flat-Six
Header Configuration: Equal-Length
Primary Tube Diameter: 1.75 Inches (45mm)
Collector Design: High-Velocity 3-Into-1 Merge
Main Material: T304L Stainless Steel
Tubing Thickness: 14–16 Gauge
Tubing Construction: CNC Mandrel-Bent
Heat Exchangers: Not Included
Factory Cabin Heat Retention: No
Outlet Flange Options: Bischoff / Gillet
Factory Catalytic Converter Compatibility: Yes, with Correct Flange Selection
Factory Catalytic Converters Retained: Yes
Manufacturer-Advertised Horsepower Gain: +12 HP
Manufacturer-Advertised Torque Gain: +9 LB-FT
Manufacturer-Advertised Weight Savings: 10 lbs
Installation: Direct Bolt-On
Cutting Required: No
Welding Required: No
Post-Installation Fastener Re-Torque: Required After Initial Heat Cycle
Manufacturer Warranty: Fabspeed Lifetime Warranty
Equal-length 1.75-inch stainless-steel primary tubes improve exhaust pulse management and promote efficient gas flow from Porsche's naturally aspirated air-cooled flat-six engine.
High-velocity 3-into-1 merge collectors optimize exhaust scavenging and support improved throttle response, horsepower, and torque throughout the RPM range.
Manufacturer-advertised performance gains of 12 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque provide an upgrade over the factory exhaust header configuration.
Lightweight heat-exchanger-free construction eliminates factory heater boxes and reduces exhaust system weight by approximately 10 pounds.
Premium T304L stainless-steel construction features 14–16 gauge CNC mandrel-bent tubing for excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and consistent exhaust flow.
Direct-fit Bischoff and Gillet flange options provide compatibility with the appropriate factory Porsche 993 catalytic converter connections without cutting or welding.
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