{"product_id":"manifold-headers-for-ford-mercury-models-1960-1983-2-4l-2-8l-3-3l","title":"Manifold Headers for Ford \u0026 Mercury Models (1960-1983) 2.4L 2.8L 3.3L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Exhaust Headers for 1960-1983 Ford \u0026amp; Mercury Inline-6 Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces the restrictive factory cast iron exhaust manifold to optimize exhaust scavenging, lower engine bay temperatures, and increase horsepower on classic Ford and Mercury Thriftpower inline-six engines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford \u0026amp; Mercury Exhaust Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory cast-iron exhaust manifolds on 1960-1983 Ford and Mercury inline-six models—including the early Bronco, Mustang, and Falcon—are notoriously inefficient. Designed primarily for cheap mass production, the heavy OEM log-style manifolds force exhaust pulses from multiple cylinders to collide, creating severe backpressure. This bottleneck chokes the Thriftpower 2.4L, 2.8L, and 3.3L engines, limiting volumetric efficiency and increasing heat retention near the cylinder head. Over decades of thermal cycling, these original iron components are highly susceptible to warping, cracking at the exhaust ports, and developing persistent leaks at the mating surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese dual-outlet exhaust headers eliminate the factory flow restriction by utilizing mandrel-bent tubular construction. By separating the exhaust pulses and transitioning gases smoothly from the 1 1\/8\" x 1 1\/4\" inlets into a 2.00\" outlet, this system dramatically improves exhaust scavenging. This efficiency unlocks proven gains of up to 13 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque. The assembly features heavy-duty 7\/16-inch CNC-machined head flanges to prevent heat warping and ensure a leak-free seal, paired with 3\/8-inch outlet flanges. The robust TIG and MIG welded construction provides long-term structural integrity against vibration. Additionally, the inclusion of two O2 sensor bungs allows for seamless integration of custom EFI conversions or wideband air\/fuel ratio monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1960-1983 Ford, Mercury Bronco, Econoline, Fairmont, Falcon, Granada, LTD, Mustang, Ranchero, Thunderbird, Capri, Comet, Cougar, Marquis, Zephyr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eThriftpower Inline-6 (144\/170\/200 CID) \/ Falcon, Fox, U15 Platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e90-120 hp \/ 138-190 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Bronco:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 (2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Econoline:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 (2.4L, 2.8L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Fairmont:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Falcon:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 (2.4L, 2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Granada:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 (3.3L, 4.1L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord LTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Mustang:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970 (2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Ranchero:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965 (2.4L, 2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Thunderbird:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980, 1981, 1982 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Capri:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 (2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Comet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965 (2.4L, 2.8L, 3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Cougar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1981, 1982 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Marquis:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Zephyr:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 (3.3L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Classic Ford \u0026amp; Mercury Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether restoring a classic Mustang or extracting low-end torque from an early Bronco, upgrading exhaust flow is essential for these vintage powerplants. These headers deliver the increased volumetric efficiency, aggressive exhaust note, and throttle response required to bring classic Thriftpower six-cylinder street and trail builds into the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48634916503800,"sku":"DS-E8V3BMRJ8","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/manifold-headers-for-ford-mercury-models-1960-1983-2-4l-2-8l-3-3l-1.webp?v=1779915070","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/manifold-headers-for-ford-mercury-models-1960-1983-2-4l-2-8l-3-3l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}