{"product_id":"gasket-exhaust-header-00-04-ford-focus-zx3-zx5-2-0l-fits-header-model-hds-ff00zt","title":"2000-2004 Ford Focus Exhaust Header Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e2000–2004 Ford Focus Exhaust Header Gasket\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeal between your header and cylinder head without the leak.\u003c\/strong\u003e This gasket handles thermal cycling and vibration that kills stock seals. Designed as a direct fit for your engine bay, it stops exhaust gas escape before it starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-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\u003eCylinder head to header mount\u003c\/strong\u003e - Seals the critical joint where exhaust gas wants to escape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal cycling rated\u003c\/strong\u003e - Handles repeated heating and cooling without degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fit application\u003c\/strong\u003e - Aligns with factory bolt patterns, no 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\u003eGasket assembly for exhaust header installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for factory exhaust manifold mounting points\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\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 new bolts to install this, or can I reuse the old ones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReuse your factory header bolts—they work fine. Just clean the bolt holes and gasket seating surface with a wire brush before installation to ensure a tight seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I use gasket sealer or anti-seize on this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light coat of high-temp gasket sealer on both sides helps lock in the seal. Skip anti-seize on the gasket faces themselves—it can create leak paths. Use it only on the bolt threads if you want easier removal later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself with basic hand tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You'll need a socket set, wrenches, and a gasket scraper. Removing the header takes longer than installing the gasket itself. Plan for an afternoon if you're working in your driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873573134570,"sku":"K2-4542-FORD-006-TSARK","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/GKTSET-FF00ZT-1.jpg?v=1772739193","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-my\/products\/gasket-exhaust-header-00-04-ford-focus-zx3-zx5-2-0l-fits-header-model-hds-ff00zt","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}