How an Exhaust Header Works

Headers are one of the easiest bolt-on accessories you can install to improve your engine’s performance. The goal of headers is to make it easier for your engine to push exhaust gases out of the cylinders. It works by eliminating the manifold’s back pressure. Instead of sharing a common manifold, each cylinder gets its own exhaust pipe. The individual pipes are cut and bent so that each one is the same length as the others, which guarantees that each cylinder’s exhaust gases arrive in the collector spaced out equally so there is no back pressure generated by the cylinders sharing the collector. Therefore, you notice more power and torque from your engine.

What are the Best Performance Headers

Phew. Now that we got through that, we can move on to the fun stuff—choosing your exhaust header. Whether you’re looking for F150 headers or Toyota Tacoma headers, there’s a huge selection of exhaust headers for you to choose from. For the most part, all performance headers do the same thing—some just do it better than others. When you want to ensure the best results possible, stick with the top brands like Gibson, BBK and DC Headers. These companies set the bar for excellence when it comes to top-performing exhaust parts.

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