{"product_id":"98-02-ford-escort-stainless-steel-header","title":"98-02 Ford Escort Stainless Steel Header","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e98-02 Ford Escort Stainless Steel Header\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel header designed to bolt onto your Escort's engine bay.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for durability and longevity. Direct replacement routing minimizes fitment headaches on 98–02 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\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 - Resists rust and corrosion in high-heat engine bay conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Uses existing engine bay mounting points for straightforward installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Collector Outlet\u003c\/strong\u003e - Integrates cleanly with standard Escort exhaust plumbing.\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\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: Single header assembly\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\u003eWill this bolt directly to my stock manifold mounting points?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This header uses the factory bolt-down locations on your Escort's engine block—no welding or custom brackets required. Torque specs are in your service manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to prep or coat this before installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists heat discoloration naturally, so no primer or paint prep is needed. Install it as-is and monitor for any minor surface oxidation over time, which is normal with stainless in high-heat zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat hardware do I need to hang this on my engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe header uses factory mounting bolt holes. You'll need the original hardware from your stock manifold, or grab a fresh stainless bolt kit from your parts supplier to avoid corrosion at connection points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48609985069239,"sku":"K2-4860-FORD-006-EC","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/milkymotorsports.com\/products\/98-02-ford-escort-stainless-steel-header","provider":"Milky Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}