{"product_id":"shorty-exhaust-headers-for-dodge-ram-2500-2003-2008-5-7l","title":"Shorty Exhaust Headers for Dodge Ram 2500 (2003-2008) 5.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Stainless Shorty Exhaust Headers for 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 (DR\/DH)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Shorty Exhaust Headers replace the restrictive, crack-prone factory cast-iron exhaust manifolds on the 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L to eliminate exhaust leaks, restore scavenging efficiency, and improve throttle response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Ram 2500 Cast Manifold Failure Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory cast-iron exhaust manifolds on the \u003cstrong\u003eDR\/DH\u003c\/strong\u003e platform running the \u003cstrong\u003e5.7L Hemi V8\u003c\/strong\u003e are notorious for thermal fatigue. Continuous heat cycling creates uneven thermal expansion between the cast iron and the aluminum cylinder heads, causing the rear manifold bolts to shear and the casting to warp or crack. This leads to cold-start ticking, soot accumulation around the exhaust ports, and cabin exhaust fumes. Furthermore, pre-catalytic converter exhaust leaks introduce false ambient air to the upstream O2 sensors, triggering false lean trouble codes (P0171\/P0174) and forcing the PCM to overcompensate with excessive fuel trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shorty headers are engineered from durable, mandrel-bent stainless steel tubing designed to withstand extreme thermal stress without cracking or warping. Featuring CNC-machined, thick mounting flanges and smooth primary transitions, the equal-length runner architecture significantly reduces exhaust backpressure compared to restrictive factory logs. Retaining the factory collector location and OE flange geometry, this assembly bolts directly to the OEM Y-pipe without requiring cutting, welding, or sensor relocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Shorty Headers (driver side and passenger side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeader Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolts, Studs, and Nuts Hardware Kit\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;\"\u003e2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500\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;\"\u003e5.7L Hemi V8 (EZB) \/ DR\/DH\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;\"\u003e345 hp \/ 375 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;\"\u003eReplaces factory 5.7L Hemi exhaust manifolds\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\u003e2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L Hemi V8 (Gasoline Models)\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 DR\/DH Ram 2500?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e5.7L Hemi V8\u003c\/strong\u003e engine; it does not fit Cummins turbo-diesel or 8.0L V10 configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the proper bolt torquing procedure for installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoroughly clean the cylinder head mating surface, torque fasteners progressively from the center outward, and perform a mandatory re-torque after the first thermal cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Heavy-Duty Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle heavy towing and extreme duty cycles, this stainless header package resolves persistent factory exhaust manifold cracking to ensure maximum reliability and low-end torque on your heavy-duty Ram.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67896264884472,"sku":"DS-EU7RXONBP","price":239.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/shorty-exhaust-headers-for-dodge-ram-2500-2003-2008-5-7l-1.jpg?v=1793296013","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/shorty-exhaust-headers-for-dodge-ram-2500-2003-2008-5-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}