{"product_id":"88-97-chevrolet-gmc-pickup-exhaust-header-gasket-aluminum","title":"88-97 Chevrolet\/GMC Pickup Exhaust Header Gasket Aluminum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e88-97 Chevrolet\/GMC Pickup Exhaust Header Gasket Aluminum\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum header gasket built to seal your exhaust manifold without leaks or blowby.\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for direct bolt-on fitment, this gasket handles thermal cycling and vibration that stock gaskets can't. Aluminum construction resists warping under sustained heat.\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✓ 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\u003eAluminum core\u003c\/strong\u003e - Resists thermal degradation better than composite gaskets over repeated heat cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory port geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matches OEM manifold and cylinder head surfaces for a tight seal on first install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-formed design\u003c\/strong\u003e - No cutting or custom shaping needed before bolting down.\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\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Single gasket\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 (qty. 1)\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\u003eWill this gasket work if I'm reusing my old header bolts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As long as your existing bolts are clean and not stripped, torque them evenly in a crisscross pattern to factory spec per your service manual. Don't over-tighten—aluminum gaskets can compress past the seal point if you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to clean the manifold and cylinder head surfaces before installing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. Scrape off all old gasket material and carbon with a gasket scraper or wire brush. Wipe both surfaces clean with a degreaser or brake cleaner and let dry completely. A dirty surface will cause leaks even with a new gasket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse this gasket if I pull the header off later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Once torqued down and exposed to heat cycles, aluminum gaskets compress and lose their seal. Always use a fresh gasket when you unbolt the header again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48609960722615,"sku":"K2-4442-CHV-006-TSARK","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/88-97-chevrolet-gmc-pickup-exhaust-header-gasket-aluminum","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}