Drag Racing Headers and Exhaust Manifolds

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.

Making the switch from manifolds to headers is a popular performance upgrade, but it may take more than just bolting on the new part. We provide some tips and things to consider after you bolt on a new set of headers.

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.

Which size of headers should I use? Short or long tube headers? Etc. Learn how to answer these exhaust questions and choose the right header with our expert guide.

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.

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.

Jeremy explains the different options of headers that Speedway Motors offers for Demolition Derby cars. Watch this video to see a variety of options and the benefits of certain headers.

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.

Tim gives a little bit of history on the Ford Y Block and shows some of the parts we have to offer.

Estimate horsepower, trap speed, and ET with our drag performance calculator. Use it as a 1/4 mile time estimator or 1/8 mile ET to mph calculator.