{"product_id":"stainless-steel-manifold-headers-for-ford-f-100-1969-1979-with-5-0l-rwd-302-engine","title":"Stainless Steel Manifold Headers for Ford F-100 (1969-1979) with 5.0L RWD 302 Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnleash the Windsor Small Block: Stainless Steel Headers for 1969-1979 Ford F-100 5.0L 302\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for Ford F-100 owners running the legendary 302W Windsor Small Block who want to maximize high-mileage performance, improve exhaust scavenging, and achieve a show-quality finish under the hood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Restrictive Cast Iron Choke:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your classic F-100’s 302 engine is only as good as its ability to breathe. From the factory, these trucks were equipped with heavy, restrictive cast iron \"log\" manifolds that trap heat and create massive backpressure. When you step on the gas to pull a trailer or merge onto the highway, the Windsor Small Block feels sluggish because the exhaust gases are fighting to escape. These factory units are also prone to cracking and leaking over decades of heat cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our Stainless Steel Headers are engineered to delete those restrictive factory baffles in favor of a high-flow 8-2 piping design. By utilizing 1.75\" x 1.25\" primary tubes and CNC-machined 7\/16\" head flanges, we ensure a perfect seal that prevents the annoying \"exhaust tick\" common with thinner, inferior aftermarket headers. The mandrel-bent tubing allows the 302W to exhale freely, significantly reducing engine bay temperatures and unlocking the true V8 rumble your truck deserves.\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\u003eThe Scavenging Gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike shorty headers that offer minimal gains, our 8-2 design optimizes exhaust pulses, resulting in a noticeable boost in mid-range torque and high-end horsepower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Material \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from high-grade stainless steel with a 3-stage mirror polish finish. Unlike cheap aluminized steel headers that rust through in a single season, these are built to withstand the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring a massive 7\/16\" head flange and 3\/8\" outlet flange. This extra thickness prevents warping under high heat, unlike budget headers that use thin 1\/4\" flanges.\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;\"\u003e1969-1979 Ford F-100 RWD\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 Windsor Small Block (302W \/ 5.0L)\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 (Era)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eApprox. 210 HP \/ 300 lb-ft Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrimary Tube Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1.75\" x 1.25\"\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;\"\u003eOutlet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3\" to 2.25\" to 1.75\"\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\u003e1969 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1970 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1971 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1972 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1973 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1974 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1975 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1976 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1977 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1978 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1979 Ford F-100 5.0L 302W RWD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Part \u0026amp; Design Specs:\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\n302W-RWD-6979, 7\/16-FLANGE, 3\/8-OUTLET, 8-2-DESIGN, 1.75-PRIMARY, 3.0-COLLECTOR\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 This kit is designed to restore and exceed original performance levels for your classic Ford truck. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping to get your F-100 back on the road or the show field.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47758454849784,"sku":"DS-MAN-F100","price":309.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/f1001__58666.1674669868.1280.1280.jpg?v=1767729472","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/stainless-steel-manifold-headers-for-ford-f-100-1969-1979-with-5-0l-rwd-302-engine","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}