Hedman Hedders 88290 Shorty Header 1.5 Inch Primary Tube Steel Painted

The Hedman Hedders 88290 is a shorty-style exhaust header featuring handcrafted mild steel construction with a temporary paint finish. Designed as a direct replacement for factory exhaust manifolds, this header delivers improved exhaust flow for better horsepower and torque while maintaining excellent ground clearance and compatibility with factory components.

Key Specifications:

• Primary tube diameter: 1.5 inches (1-1/2 in.)
• Primary tube gauge: 18-gauge mild steel
• Flange thickness: 0.3125 inches (5/16 in.)
• Header style: Shorty design for maximum ground clearance
• Collector style: Stock collector with factory hookup
• Finish: Uncoated mild steel with temporary black paint that burns off during use

Features and Benefits:

• Shorty tube design provides excellent low-end power and torque
• Stock-style collector bolts directly to factory exhaust system without modification
• Compatible with air conditioning, power steering, and most transmission configurations
• Designed for use with EGR-equipped vehicles (without A.I.R. systems)
• Includes all necessary mounting hardware, head gaskets, and collector flange gaskets
• Handcrafted construction ensures precise fit and quality
• Made in the USA since 1954

• Head flange gaskets
• Collector flange gaskets
• Mounting hardware and bolts

Important Notes: This header is shipped with a temporary paint coating that is designed to burn off during initial use. The header features standard-duty construction suitable for street applications. CARB EO# D167-36 applies to specific model years only. Replacement gasket part number is 27310.

Backed by Hedman's limited lifetime warranty on construction, this header represents over 70 years of exhaust system engineering expertise from one of the industry's original manufacturers.