{"product_id":"1997-2005-subaru-impreza-rs-2-5l-exhaust-header-gasket-non-turbo","title":"1997-2005 Subaru Impreza RS 2.5L Exhaust Header Gasket Non-Turbo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e1997–2005 Subaru Impreza RS 2.5L Exhaust Header Gasket — Non-Turbo\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement gasket seals the header-to-cylinder head joint on naturally aspirated Impreza engines.\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-spec material handles thermal cycling and vibration without blowby. Critical piece for maintaining exhaust integrity after header removal or engine work.\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✓ Factory-Spec Composition\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\u003eThermal stability\u003c\/strong\u003e - Resists deformation under sustained exhaust heat, preventing leaks that rob power and create noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-layer construction\u003c\/strong\u003e - Maintains compression and seal integrity across repeated heat cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM matching profile\u003c\/strong\u003e - Aligns with factory header bolt pattern and port geometry for flush installation.\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 — multi-layer material construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: Non-turbo engine only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSingle exhaust 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 new hardware to bolt the header back down?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gasket itself comes alone — you'll reuse your factory header bolts. Inspect them for damage or thread wear before reinstalling. If any are corroded or stripped, grab new hardware while you have the header off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse the old gasket if it looks okay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Header gaskets compress and degrade every time they're heated and cooled. Once disturbed, they won't seal the same way. Fresh gasket every time you pull a header is the safe call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat prep work is needed before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean both the header flange and cylinder head mating surfaces with a wire brush or gasket scraper to remove carbon and old gasket material. Dirt trapped under a new gasket will cause leaks. Let surfaces dry completely before seating the new gasket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48609971208375,"sku":"K2-4600-SBR-006-TSARK","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/1997-2005-subaru-impreza-rs-2-5l-exhaust-header-gasket-non-turbo","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}