{"product_id":"header-stainless-steel-96-02-dodge-ram-2500-3500-8-0l-v10-shorty","title":"96-02 Dodge Ram 2500\/3500 8.0L V10 Shorty Headers Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e96-02 Dodge Ram 2500\/3500 8.0L V10 Shorty Headers Stainless Steel\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel shorty headers engineered for the 8.0L V10 engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e These bolt directly to factory mounting points without modifications. Built from mandrel-bent tubing with polished stainless construction to resist corrosion and heat cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Factory Mounting Points\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\u003eMandrel-Bent Tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Maintains smooth internal flow without kinks or restrictions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Stainless Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Resists rust and discoloration through years of heat exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Connects directly to factory ports with no welding or fabrication 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: Shorty headers, mandrel-bent tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eShorty header assembly (driver and passenger side)\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 these need gaskets or sealant to install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll need header gaskets rated for the 8.0L V10. Check your engine's service manual for the OEM gasket spec — don't skip this step, as a leaking header burns fuel and kills efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I bolt these straight to factory ports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. These mount at factory rocker points with no drilling or welding. You're swapping headers, not modifying the engine bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the stainless finish stay polished after installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless resists rust and discoloration under normal heat, but the polished look will darken over time as the headers cycle through temperature. A high-temp ceramic coating can preserve the appearance if that matters to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873608949994,"sku":"K2-4827-DGE-006-EC","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/HDS-DR96-80L-SHORTY-1.jpg?v=1772740410","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-my\/products\/header-stainless-steel-96-02-dodge-ram-2500-3500-8-0l-v10-shorty","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}