This long tube header kit is designed for listed 1977–1979 Ford F150, F250 and F350 4WD pickups and 1978–1979 Ford Bronco 4WD models equipped with 351M 5.8L or 400M 6.6L V8 engines. It is application-specific and does not fit 351W Windsor engines or 2WD models.
Constructed from T304 stainless steel with 1-5/8" OD primary tubes, 3" OD collectors and 3" to 2-1/2" weldable collector reducers. The set uses long tube 4-1 routing on each side and includes metal gaskets, reducers and mounting hardware as shown. Professional installation is recommended; verify your vehicle configuration, collector connection and downstream exhaust layout before purchase.
Product Overview
This product is a pair of application-specific long tube exhaust headers with collector reducers for compatible Ford 351M / 400M 4WD truck and Bronco applications. It is not a universal header kit, catback exhaust system, downpipe, turbo manifold, Windsor engine header, 2WD header kit or complete exhaust system.
Key Details
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Fitment: Listed 1977–1979 Ford F150 / F250 / F350 Pickup and 1978–1979 Ford Bronco applications
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Engine: 5.8L 351M / 6.6L 400M V8 engines only as listed
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Drive Layout: 4WD models only as listed
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Product Type: Long Tube Exhaust Header Kit
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Material: T304 stainless steel as listed
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Primary Size: 1-5/8" OD primary tubes as listed
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Collector Size: 3" OD collectors as listed
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Reducer: 3" OD to 2-1/2" OD weldable collector reducers as listed
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Header Design: Long tube 4-1 design on each side
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Construction: TIG-welded construction with CNC-machined flanges as listed
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Included Components: Metal gaskets, collector reducers and mounting hardware as shown
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Important Exclusions: Does not fit 351W Windsor engines or 2WD models
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Installation: Professional installation highly recommended
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Instruction: No installation instructions included unless otherwise stated on the product page
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Use Case: Off-road, racing or closed-course use where emissions laws apply
Fitment
Use the table below to confirm the main applications listed for this header kit. Before ordering, verify your exact model year, engine family, 4WD configuration, collector connection, downstream exhaust layout and installation clearance.
| Vehicle Name |
Year |
Engine |
Notes |
| Ford F150 Pickup Truck |
1977–1979 |
5.8L 351M / 6.6L 400M V8 |
4WD models only; verify engine family, collector connection and exhaust setup |
| Ford F250 Pickup Truck |
1977–1979 |
5.8L 351M / 6.6L 400M V8 |
4WD models only; verify exact truck configuration, frame clearance and downstream exhaust connection |
| Ford F350 Pickup Truck |
1977–1979 |
5.8L 351M / 6.6L 400M V8 |
4WD models only; verify exact truck configuration and exhaust routing |
| Ford Bronco |
1978–1979 |
5.8L 351M / 6.6L 400M V8 |
4WD models only; verify engine family, collector connection and exhaust setup |
Fitment Note:
This header kit fits the listed 351M / 400M 4WD applications only. It does not fit 351W Windsor engines or 2WD models. Verify your exact model year, engine family, drivetrain, collector connection, downstream exhaust layout and installation clearance before purchase.
Package Includes
- Pair of long tube exhaust headers
- 3" to 2-1/2" weldable collector reducers
- Metal header and collector gaskets as shown
- Mounting hardware shown in the product images
Review the product photos and received components before installation. Confirm the headers, reducers, gaskets, flanges, fasteners and downstream connection requirements before beginning installation.
Installation Notes
- Professional installation is highly recommended.
- No installation instructions are included unless otherwise stated on the product page.
- Test fit both header sides and collector reducer connections before final tightening or welding.
- Verify cylinder head flange alignment, gasket seating, collector connection, reducer fitment and downstream exhaust compatibility before installation.
- Check clearance around the steering shaft, frame, starter, transmission, transfer case, front driveshaft, suspension components, wiring, heat shields and surrounding exhaust components.
- Old, rusted or seized factory hardware may increase installation difficulty.
- Modified exhaust systems, engine swaps, previous repairs, non-factory configurations, Windsor engines or 2WD layouts are not assumed compatible.
- Inspect all exhaust connections for leaks after installation and recheck fasteners after initial heat cycles where appropriate.
Before You Buy
- This product is intended for listed 1977–1979 Ford F150 / F250 / F350 Pickup and 1978–1979 Ford Bronco 4WD models with 351M / 400M V8 engines only.
- This product does not fit 351W Windsor engines or 2WD models.
- This is a long tube exhaust header kit with collector reducers, not a universal header kit, catback exhaust system, downpipe, turbo manifold or complete exhaust system.
- Verify your exact model year, engine family, drivetrain, collector connection, downstream exhaust connection and installation clearance before purchase.
- Fitment may vary with previous repairs, engine swaps, suspension changes and modified exhaust configurations.
- This product may alter the factory exhaust or emissions-related configuration depending on vehicle setup.
- This product is intended for off-road, racing or closed-course use where emissions laws apply.
- This product is not represented as street legal, emissions-compliant or CARB-compliant unless explicitly stated.
- Performance gains, sound changes, exhaust flow changes, fitment, clearance and drivability results are not guaranteed and may vary by setup.