{"product_id":"header-stainless-steel-77-79-ford-f-100-f-150-f-250-with-5-8-6-6-v8-modification-to-stock-exhaust-required-to-retain-stock-catalytic-converter-long-tube","title":"1977-1979 Ford F-100 F-150 F-250 Long Tube Header Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e1977–1979 Ford F-100 F-150 F-250 Long Tube Header Stainless Steel\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel long tube headers built to breathe better and last longer on classic Ford trucks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-bent tubing maximizes flow while resisting rust and corrosion. Direct bolt-on design for straightforward installation without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong tube design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Improves scavenging and exhaust gas flow compared to stock manifolds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Won't rust or degrade under heat cycles; lasts the life of the truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory bolt-on fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e - Uses existing engine mounting points with no drilling or welding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Long tube header assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLong tube header assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need gaskets or any mounting hardware to install these?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaders ship as the core assembly. Grab quality header gaskets and use the factory bolt holes—no extra hardware needed beyond what you'd use for a stock manifold swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these headers fit my engine without clearance issues?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong tubes are designed around factory engine bay geometry for these trucks. Test-fit before final tightening to confirm steering linkage and suspension clearance on your specific setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I paint these or do they need any prep before install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel doesn't need primer or paint—it stays bare and won't rust. Install as-is if you like the raw look, or clean and apply header wrap or ceramic coating for heat management and aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873611178218,"sku":"K2-4887-FORD-006-EC","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/HDS-FPU77-2WD-LT-1.jpg?v=1772740630","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-au\/products\/header-stainless-steel-77-79-ford-f-100-f-150-f-250-with-5-8-6-6-v8-modification-to-stock-exhaust-required-to-retain-stock-catalytic-converter-long-tube","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}