{"product_id":"exhaust-kit-for-ford-f-150-1987-1996-5-0l-5-8l","title":"Exhaust Kit for Ford F-150 (1987-1996) 5.0L 5.8L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Flow Dual Muffler-Back Exhaust Kit for 1987-1996 Ford F-150 (OBS)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dual muffler-back exhaust kit replaces the restrictive factory muffler and single tailpipe on 1987-1996 Ford F-150 trucks to reduce exhaust backpressure, optimize scavenging, and deliver an aggressive exhaust tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford F-150 Exhaust Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust configurations on the \u003cstrong\u003eOBS (8th and 9th Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e F-150 rely on restrictive, chambered OEM mufflers paired with crush-bent tailpipes. These diameter-pinched sections impede the exhaust velocity of the \u003cstrong\u003eWindsor 5.0L (302 ci)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e5.8L (351W)\u003c\/strong\u003e V8 platforms, elevating thermal load at the exhaust ports and causing excessive parasitic pumping losses under heavy load or towing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system replaces the post-catalytic section with a high-flow Flowsound two-chamber performance muffler featuring a 3.0-inch single inlet transitioning to dual 2.5-inch outlets. Paired with 2.5-inch mandrel-bent aluminized steel tailpipes, it maintains continuous pipe cross-section geometry around axle drop points. The layout exits straight back under the rear bumper parallel to the frame rails, providing engineered clearance for the factory receiver hitch and OEM-sized underbody spare tire mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Flowsound 2-chamber muffler (single 3\" inlet, dual 2.5\" outlets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 aluminized mandrel-bent two-piece 2.5\" tail pipes (slip-together)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 muffler clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 larger exhaust clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 rubber-insulated hangers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1987-1996 Ford F-150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5.0L \u0026amp; 5.8L Windsor V8 \/ OBS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e185-210 hp \/ 270-325 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1987-1996 Ford F-150 5.0L V8 Gasoline (Factory single-inlet muffler only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1987-1996 Ford F-150 5.8L V8 Gasoline (Factory single-inlet muffler only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits all cab and wheelbase configurations (Regular Cab, SuperCab, Short\/Long Bed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the OBS F-150?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this fits the 1987-1996 Ford F-150 equipped with \u003cstrong\u003eWindsor 5.0L\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e5.8L\u003c\/strong\u003e engines, provided the truck left the factory with a single-inlet muffler; it does not fit models with factory dual-inlet mufflers or inline-6 engines without custom mid-pipe fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a direct bolt-on kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is a custom installer kit that excludes components forward of the muffler and exhaust tips, meaning pipe trimming and fabrication may be required depending on your wheelbase and existing intermediate pipe condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Truck Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the demands of utility and towing, this aluminized steel dual exhaust configuration ensures low exhaust gas temperatures and consistent structural rigidity under heavy hauling duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67562630480120,"sku":"DS-ERIX9CTN5","price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/exhaust-kit-for-ford-f-150-1987-1996-5-0l-5-8l-1.jpg?v=1790987560","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/de\/products\/exhaust-kit-for-ford-f-150-1987-1996-5-0l-5-8l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}