Gibson 96-98 Chevrolet C1500 Base 5.0L 1-1/2in 16 Gauge Performance Header - Ceramic Coated

Black Ops Auto Works carries one of the largest selections of performance exhaust systems available online, with 7,700+ products covering cat-back exhausts, axle-back exhausts, turbo-back systems, downpipes, headers, mid-pipes, X-pipes, H-pipes, mufflers, resonators, catalytic converters, exhaust tips, and every component in between. Whether you're building a street car, a daily driver, a diesel truck, or a track build, the right exhaust upgrade is here. Shop by Exhaust System Type Cat-Back Exhaust Systems: The most popular performance exhaust upgrade. Replaces everything from the catalytic converter back for improved sound, better flow, and premium tip styling. Available in single exit, dual exit, and quad exit configurations. Axle-Back Exhaust Systems: A simpler bolt-on that replaces the rear section from the axle back. Best for drivers who want an improved exhaust note and cleaner tip appearance without a full system swap. Headers and Manifolds: Long tube headers and shorty h...

Gibson Performance Exhaust has been manufacturing performance exhaust systems for American trucks and muscle cars since 1969, building a reputation for aggressive exhaust tones, mandrel-bent stainless steel construction, and direct-fit applications that require no cutting or welding. Gibson's catalog covers the full range of domestic truck and SUV applications from the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra to the Ford F-150 and Dodge Ram, with cat-back, axle-back, and header-back systems designed for both standard and lifted configurations. The brand is particularly known in the truck community for its attention to fitment quality on lifted vehicles, offering extended systems that properly route exhaust around lift kits without the clearance issues that plague universal exhaust solutions. Gibson systems are available in aluminized steel for budget-conscious buyers and polished stainless for premium installations. Popular Upgrades Gibson Performance Cat-Back exhaust systems for the Chevy Si...

Performance headers and exhaust manifolds are among the most effective bolt-on upgrades for improving exhaust scavenging, increasing horsepower, and giving your engine a more aggressive exhaust note. Whether you're building a street machine, a track car, or a diesel work truck, the right header or manifold set unlocks real performance gains across the RPM range. Popular Upgrades Top-selling header and manifold products include long-tube headers from BBK and Kooks for V8 muscle cars and trucks, stainless steel shorty headers from Stainless Works for tight engine bay fitments, high-flow cast iron exhaust manifolds for diesel platforms from BD Diesel and ATS Diesel, and turbo manifolds from aFe Power and Invidia for forced-induction builds requiring optimized turbo positioning. What is the difference between long-tube and shorty headers? Long-tube headers route exhaust primaries farther down the chassis before merging at a collector, which improves mid-range and top-end power but requi...