{"product_id":"long-tube-headers-for-ford-f-100-f-150-1965-1974-black","title":"Long Tube Headers For Ford F-100 F-150 (1965-1974) Black","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnleash the FE Beast: Long Tube Headers for 1965-1974 Ford F-Series FE Big Blocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for classic Ford F-100, F-150, and F-250 2WD owners running the legendary Ford FE-Series Big Block (352-428) who want to restore lost performance and achieve that iconic deep V8 rumble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe FE Exhaust Bottleneck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your Ford FE-Series engine is a powerhouse, but it’s currently gasping for air through restrictive, heavy cast-iron log manifolds. You step on the gas to pull a load or merge onto the highway, and the engine feels sluggish, choked by backpressure. This “iron lung” setup not only kills your horsepower but also traps excessive heat against your cylinder heads, leading to decreased efficiency and a muted exhaust note that doesn’t do the Big Block justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e We engineered these Long Tube Headers to completely replace the factory restriction with high-flow 1-3\/4\" mandrel-bent tubing. By using a 3\" formed collector and precision-guided primaries, these headers create a scavenging effect that pulls exhaust gases out of the combustion chamber faster than stock manifolds ever could. This results in an immediate increase in torque and a significant bump in throttle response across the entire RPM range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Comparative Edge: Why This Beats the Competition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Scavenging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike “shorty” headers or universal kits that offer marginal gains, our long-tube design is tuned for the specific firing order of the FE Big Block to maximize exhaust velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeak-Free Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with 5\/16\" heavy-duty flanges and O-ringed port seals, providing a superior mating surface compared to thin-flanged aftermarket alternatives that frequently warp and leak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e This isn’t a “make it fit” universal part. It is specifically designed for 2WD Ford F-Series chassis, including clearance considerations for the FE engine’s unique port geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Factory Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1965-1974 Ford F-Series 2WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFord FE Big Block (352, 360, 390, 410, 427, 428)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFactory Ratings (Typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eapprox. 200-335 HP \/ 310-427 lb-ft (Model Dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e12540FLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the Following Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1965-1974 Ford F-100 2WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1965-1974 Ford F-150 2WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1965-1974 Ford F-250 2WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Fitment Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission:\u003c\/strong\u003e On some C-6 automatic models, it may be necessary to bend the linkage arm (1\/2\" to 3\/4\") toward the transmission and adjust at the steering column for proper clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will not fit 1968-1972 Camper Special models with specific gas tank configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreak-In Procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e These headers feature a high-heat resistant black paint. Do NOT break in a new engine with these headers; use old manifolds for initial start-up to prevent heat damage during the curing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmissions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stock exhaust must be modified if retaining catalytic converters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n12540FLT, Holley 12540FLT\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Performance Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy with confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e These headers are built from .049 cold roll flash mild steel tubing to provide a balance of lightweight performance and long-term durability. 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