Hedman Hedders 88306 Long Tube Headers HTC Coated 1-5/8" Ford Small Block Windsor

The Hedman Hedders 88306 is a standard-duty long tube exhaust header designed for classic Ford and Mercury vehicles equipped with 260-302W small block Windsor engines. These headers feature a premium HTC (High Temperature Ceramic) metallic-ceramic coating that provides thermal protection up to 1400 degrees Fahrenheit while resisting corrosion from rain, road salt, and oxidation.

Key Features:

• 1-5/8 inch diameter primary tubes constructed from 18-gauge mild steel with CNC mandrel bends for smooth exhaust flow
• 3-inch ball and socket style collectors with gasketless design for easy installation even with misaligned exhaust systems
• 2-1/2 inch reducer outlet size for connection to stock exhaust
• 1/4 inch thick head flanges with 5/16 inch collector ring flange for durability
• Full length long tube design for maximum performance gains
• HTC polished silver ceramic-metallic coating offers superior heat protection and rust-through protection compared to chrome
• Made in the USA with hand-welded construction ensuring consistent quality

What's Included:

• Pair of headers (left and right)
• Head gaskets
• Ball and socket reducer adapters
• Complete mounting hardware and bolts
• Installation instructions

Installation Notes:

• Compatible with manual transmissions (260-302W engines only, not 351W) and C4/floor-shift automatic transmissions
• Requires power steering bracket #20120 and air conditioning bracket #20120 (if equipped)
• Designed for stock profile cylinder heads with oval port shape
• Will not fit vehicles with smog injection or AIR systems unless removed
• Not legal for street use on 1975 and later emission-controlled vehicles; legal for off-road and racing use only

Hedman Hedders backs these headers with a limited lifetime warranty against defects including cracks in tubes and welds. Founded in 1954, Hedman has been building performance headers that deliver the best horsepower and fuel economy improvements for your dollar.