{"product_id":"exhaust-header-for-chevrolet-camaro-1968-1969-5-0l-5-4l-5-7l","title":"Exhaust Header for Chevrolet Camaro (1968-1969) 5.0L 5.4L 5.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Flow Stainless Exhaust Headers for 1968-1969 Chevrolet Camaro (F-Body)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The high-flow exhaust header replaces restrictive factory cast-iron exhaust manifolds on the 1968-1969 Camaro to eliminate backpressure and optimize exhaust gas scavenging across all eight cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Chevrolet Camaro Exhaust Manifold Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory \u003cstrong\u003eF-Body\u003c\/strong\u003e small-block manifolds were engineered for low-cost mass production rather than volumetric efficiency. The OEM cast-iron \"log\" style castings feature uneven runner lengths and abrupt internal transitions, forcing adjacent exhaust pulses to collide. This creates heavy reversion and high parasitic pumping loss in high-RPM operation. Additionally, decades of heat cycling frequently warp OEM cast flanges, resulting in persistent gasket blowouts and cylinder head mating leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabricated from heavy-gauge stainless steel, these shorty-style headers employ an 8-2 design utilizing individual 1-5\/8\" primary tubes flowing into 2.5\" collectors. Smooth mandrel-profile transitions equalize exhaust backpressure and maximize gas velocity out of the cylinder head ports. Precision CNC-machined 7\/16\" cylinder head flanges resist thermal distortion under load, while 3\/8\" collector flanges provide leak-free hardware clamping. Construction combines robotic MIG and manual TIG welding for crack-resistant durability under high thermal expansion cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Left-Side (Driver) Stainless Steel Header\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Right-Side (Passenger) Stainless Steel Header\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2x Collector Reducers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Header Flange and Collector Gasket Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Mounting Hardware Kit (Bolts and Washers)\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;\"\u003e1968-1969 Chevrolet Camaro\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;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSBC Gen I\u003c\/strong\u003e (5.0L, 5.4L, 5.7L) \/ \u003cstrong\u003eF-Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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;\"\u003e200-295 hp \/ 300-380 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\u003e1968-1969 Chevrolet Camaro (Base, RS, SS, Z\/28) with 2WD drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChevrolet Small Block Gen I V8 engines: 262, 265, 267, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350, 400 cubic inches\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 F-Body Camaro?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1968-1969 Chevrolet Camaro equipped with a \u003cstrong\u003eSBC Gen I\u003c\/strong\u003e V8. \u003cstrong\u003eWill NOT fit 1967 models, Big Block Chevrolet (BBC) engines, V6 engines, or custom 4WD\/AWD conversions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre custom modifications required for downstream exhaust installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the headers bolt directly to cylinder heads, fabrication or adapter pipe trimming may be required to mate the included 2.5\" collector reducers to non-stock exhaust piping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Muscle Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for classic American V8 muscle, these headers optimize exhaust scavenging to extract maximum horsepower, crisper throttle response, and a deep, aggressive exhaust note from your small-block build.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67599153561848,"sku":"DS-EHYBZKH8T","price":154.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/exhaust-header-for-chevrolet-camaro-1968-1969-5-0l-5-4l-5-7l-1.jpg?v=1791474905","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/exhaust-header-for-chevrolet-camaro-1968-1969-5-0l-5-4l-5-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}