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Reinforced sealing for high-temperature header flanges
BBK 1401 is a paired Secure Seal gasket set for 1996-2004 Ford applications using Ford 4.6L or 5.4L 2V V8 cylinder heads and stock or aftermarket 1-5/8-inch headers.
Key Features
- BBK 1401 uses premium steel-reinforced graphite construction
- Graphite-coated high-temperature facing material
- Secure Seal design helps resist exhaust leaks and blowout
- Engine-specific port layout for Ford 2V modular V8 heads
- Compatible with stock or aftermarket 1-5/8-inch headers
- Supplied as a pair for both cylinder banks
Fitment
Use BBK 1401 only for the manufacturer-listed Ford year range and the exact engine, cylinder-head, port, and header configuration below.
| Years | Make | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-2004 | Ford | Manufacturer-listed Ford applications | Ford 4.6L or 5.4L 2V V8; stock or aftermarket 1-5/8-inch headers. BBK's application tool does not narrow this part to specific model names, so confirm the engine and cylinder-head configuration before ordering. |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BBK |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1401 |
| Product Type | Exhaust header gasket set |
| Engine Family | Ford modular 4.6L and 5.4L V8 |
| Cylinder Head | 2V |
| Header Primary Size | 1-5/8 in |
| Material | Steel-reinforced graphite |
| Facing | Graphite-coated high-temperature material |
| Quantity | Pair |
| UPC | 197975014016 |
What's Included
- One BBK 1401 pair, with one exhaust-header gasket for each cylinder bank
- Not included: Headers, fasteners, sealant, and installation labor
About BBK
BBK Performance develops application-focused intake, exhaust, fuel, and drivetrain components. Its Secure Seal header gaskets pair reinforced graphite construction with the port layouts used by compatible BBK and other tubular headers.
Related Parts
- Use only with headers, bolts, and exhaust components verified for the same Ford modular-engine valve configuration and 1-5/8-inch primary size.
FAQ
What is the 1401?It is a pair of BBK Secure Seal exhaust-header gaskets for the listed Ford modular V8 cylinder-head and header configuration.
What years and make are listed by BBK?BBK's compatibility tool lists 1996-2004 Ford applications. It does not provide model names for this gasket set, so the engine and cylinder-head configuration remains required.
Which engines are supported?The gasket port layout is for Ford 4.6L and 5.4L 2V V8 cylinder heads.
What header size is supported?BBK specifies stock or aftermarket headers with 1-5/8-inch primaries for this gasket configuration.
What material is used?The gaskets use steel-reinforced graphite Secure Seal construction with a graphite-coated high-temperature facing.
How many gaskets are included?The package contains a pair, providing one gasket for each cylinder bank.
Can these be used with non-BBK headers?BBK states that the set matches its headers and most other tubular-header brands when the engine, head, port, and primary-size requirements agree.
What warranty applies?BBK lists a one-year limited warranty against qualifying defects when the part is installed and used under its current published terms.
Installation Instructions
- Confirm the 1996-2004 Ford application, 4.6L or 5.4L engine, 2V cylinder-head layout, exhaust-port shape, and 1-5/8-inch header primary size.
- Allow the exhaust system to cool, disconnect the battery, and remove the header according to the applicable service procedure.
- Remove old gasket material and inspect both sealing surfaces for damage, warpage, or contamination.
- Position one new gasket on each cylinder bank, install the headers with compatible fasteners, and tighten them in the specified sequence and stages.
- After the initial heat cycles, inspect for leaks and recheck accessible fasteners according to the header manufacturer's instructions.
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