{"product_id":"gasket-exhaust-header-02-06-mini-cooper-07-08-mini-cooper-convertible-non-turbo-models-only-fits-header-model-hds-mc02-hds-mc02-t2","title":"2002-2008 Mini Cooper Exhaust Header Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e2002–2008 Mini Cooper Exhaust Header Gasket\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis gasket seals the joint between your header and cylinder head, stopping exhaust leaks before they start.\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for direct fitment on the specified generation. Catches leaks that waste power and create noise under acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\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\u003eExhaust seal integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e - Prevents hot gas from escaping at the header-to-head interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fitment design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sized and shaped for your specific engine configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to install\u003c\/strong\u003e - No machining or modification needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard panel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGasket assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eExhaust header gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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 any fasteners or studs to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasteners are not included with this gasket. You'll use your vehicle's existing header bolts and studs — just pull the old gasket and lay the new one in place before bolting back down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I clean or prep the mounting surfaces before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Scrape away the old gasket material from both the header and cylinder head surfaces until they're clean and flat. Any debris or old gasket bits left behind will cause leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the return process if this doesn't fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce installed, gaskets cannot be returned due to contamination. Test-fit before permanent installation to confirm alignment with your header bolt holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873579458794,"sku":"K2-4573-MNI-006-TSARK","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/GKTSET-MC02-T2-1.jpg?v=1772739358","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-cr\/products\/gasket-exhaust-header-02-06-mini-cooper-07-08-mini-cooper-convertible-non-turbo-models-only-fits-header-model-hds-mc02-hds-mc02-t2","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}