{"product_id":"2000-2004-ford-focus-aluminum-exhaust-header-gasket","title":"2000-2004 Ford Focus Aluminum Exhaust Header Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e2000–2004 Ford Focus Aluminum Exhaust Header Gasket\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum construction gasket designed to seal your exhaust header to the cylinder head.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for reliability and heat resistance in high-temperature exhaust environments. Direct replacement for factory applications.\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✓ Aluminum Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\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\u003eAluminum core\u003c\/strong\u003e - Resists warping and degradation from sustained heat cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory gasket replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e - Engineered for OEM mounting points with no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e - Covers header-to-head seal for clean 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\u003eMaterial: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Single gasket for header-to-cylinder head mounting\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\u003eAluminum exhaust header gasket (qty. 1)\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 to replace the header bolts when I install this gasket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily. If your existing bolts are in good condition and torque down evenly, they're fine to reuse. Inspect them for corrosion or stripped threads before reinstallation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I use gasket sealer or adhesive with this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum gaskets typically work dry at the header interface. Apply a light coat of high-temp gasket sealant if you're seeing micro-leaks after torquing, but this gasket is designed to seal without it under normal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat torque spec should I use when bolting the header back down?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to your vehicle's service manual for the correct fastener torque. Tighten in a cross pattern to ensure even clamping pressure across the 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":48609960624311,"sku":"K2-4438-FORD-006-TSARK","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/2000-2004-ford-focus-aluminum-exhaust-header-gasket","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}