Chevy K10 Headers and Exhaust Manifolds

How to plan and execute a LS swap into any 1973-1987 Chevy/GMC K10 pickup truck.

Headers and manifolds differ in design and function. Long tube headers, shorty headers, and exhaust manifolds each have their pros and cons regarding performance and application.

Our Tru-Ram Exhaust Manifolds are one of our most popular items. Tim provides more details about them and gives you a great look at them.

Learn how to wrap exhaust headers to help keep under hood temperatures down. This articles shows how cast iron exhaust manifolds are wrapped in 1-inch black header wrap with stainless steel exhaust wrap ties.

See how to install 3" Ram Horn exhaust manifolds on a C/10 with a 406 engine. Learn some tips on welding steel tubing to a cast iron manifold and how they are modified to fit the truck.

Whether you’re looking for performance improvements or heat reduction, if you decide to wrap your headers, we'll show you the benefits and possible precautions to take before you wrap your exhaust.

Watch our video on the ceramic coating process for Armor Hot Coating. Headers coated with Armor Hot Coating protect your car without sacrificing looks.

Like many, we found ourselves with a rusty C10 project. Watch as we show how to tackle common 67-72 C10 rust repair, including floor pan replacement, rocker panel replacement, and cab corner repair.

Keep your rear cylinders running cool in a high performance engine by installing a water bypass kit to the intake manifold.

Read how to install rear drop spring to lower a 1969 C10 pickup. Follow these steps for a smooth installation.