{"product_id":"long-tube-headers-for-chevrolet-camaro-2016-2018-6-2l","title":"Long Tube Headers for Chevrolet Camaro (2016-2018) 6.2L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Long Tube Headers for 2016-2018 Chevrolet Camaro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Long Tube Headers for the 2016-2018 Chevrolet Camaro replace the restrictive factory exhaust manifolds with free-flowing primary tubes to optimize exhaust scavenging, eliminate backpressure, and dramatically increase engine power output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Chevrolet Camaro Manifold Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the factory, the \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha platform\u003c\/strong\u003e 6th Gen Camaro utilizes cast-iron or hydroformed shorty manifolds designed around tight emissions packaging rather than volumetric efficiency. These stock manifolds feature sharp, uneven runner bends and restrictive internal geometry that cause heavy exhaust reversion back into the combustion chambers. Under high RPM loads on both the naturally aspirated \u003cstrong\u003eLT1\u003c\/strong\u003e and supercharged \u003cstrong\u003eLT4\u003c\/strong\u003e engines, excessive exhaust backpressure traps residual heat within the cylinder heads, forcing ECU ignition timing retards, raising cylinder head temperatures, and severely bottlenecking mass flow rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to resolve these exhaust restrictions, these performance long tube headers are precision fabricated from heavy-gauge, mandrel-bent \u003cstrong\u003e304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring continuous-diameter, computer-routed primary runners and merged collectors, this configuration synchronizes exhaust pulses to generate an aggressive vacuum scavenging effect across all exhaust ports. Every joint features precision TIG welding to withstand severe thermal expansion without cracking or warping. By streamlining exhaust velocity directly out of the cylinder head, exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) drop, volumetric efficiency increases across the mid-to-high powerband, and backpressure is virtually eliminated.\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; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\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;\"\u003e2016-2018 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;\"\u003eLT1 \u0026amp; LT4 6.2L V8 \/ Alpha Platform\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;\"\u003e455-650 hp \/ 455-650 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\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS (6.2L V8 LT1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS (6.2L V8 LT1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (6.2L Supercharged V8 LT4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS (6.2L V8 LT1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (6.2L Supercharged V8 LT4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the Alpha Platform Camaro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2016-2018 Chevrolet Camaro equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eLT1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLT4\u003c\/strong\u003e engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an ECU recalibration required after installing these headers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, custom ECU tuning is mandatory to adjust fuel trims, account for the drastic change in O2 sensor locations, and prevent a Check Engine Light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Muscle Performance Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-stress street and track environments, these long tube headers deliver maximum scavenging velocity, allowing your 6.2L direct-injected V8 to generate sustained horsepower and a clean, aggressive muscle car exhaust note without heat-induced performance fade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50534069403896,"sku":"DS-EV99URTRX","price":419.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/long-tube-headers-for-chevrolet-camaro-2016-2018-6-2l-1.webp?v=1789666957","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/long-tube-headers-for-chevrolet-camaro-2016-2018-6-2l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}