{"product_id":"1998-2010-ford-ranger-explorer-header-stainless-steel","title":"1998-2010 Ford Ranger \/ Explorer Header Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e1998-2010 Ford Ranger \/ Explorer Header Stainless Steel\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel header that bolts to your factory manifold location for better exhaust flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to resist rust and corrosion in harsh conditions. Direct bolt-on design keeps installation straightforward without custom fab work.\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\u003eStainless steel tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e - Won't rust or pit like mild steel, handles repeated thermal cycles without degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory bolt-on design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mounts at original manifold locations, no drilling or welding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved scavenging\u003c\/strong\u003e - Larger diameter tubing moves exhaust gases more efficiently than restrictive factory manifold\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: 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\u003eHeader assembly only\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 gaskets when I install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Factory gaskets compress and won't seal properly a second time. Grab new header gaskets before you pull the manifold off — makes the job cleaner and eliminates exhaust leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse my existing exhaust piping and catalytic converter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepends on your setup. The header outlet diameter may differ from what your current exhaust uses, so measure before ordering. You might need adapter tubing or a new downpipe to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this need paint or ceramic coating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless won't rust bare, but heat cycles will discolor the metal over time. Many builders leave it raw for that industrial look, but you can wrap it or apply high-temp coating if you prefer a finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48609985822903,"sku":"K2-4888-FORD-006-EC","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/1998-2010-ford-ranger-explorer-header-stainless-steel","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}