{"product_id":"kooks-15-20-cadillac-escalade-esv-platinum-luxury-1-7-8-x-3-header-green-catted-y-pipe-kit","title":"Kooks 15-20 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Luxury 1-7\/8 x 3 Header \u0026 Green Catted Y-Pipe Kit","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKooks 1-7\/8\" x 3\" Long Tube Headers \u0026amp; GREEN Catted Y-Pipe for 2015 and 2020 Cadillac Escalade \/ Escalade ESV 6.2L L86\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kooks 2861H430 1-7\/8-inch long tube headers and GREEN catted Y-pipe kit delivers the complete bolt-on exhaust upgrade for 2015 and 2020 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV models with the 6.2L L86 V8, replacing factory manifolds to unlock dyno-proven gains of 50 and 65 rear-wheel horsepower and 45 and 60 lb-ft of torque through equal-length primaries, merged collectors, and a high-flow 3-inch GREEN catted Y-pipe that connects directly to the OEM mid-section for unrestricted exhaust flow from low-end torque to high-RPM pulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from T304 aircraft-quality stainless steel with 3\/8-inch laser-cut flanges, full TIG welds, and 400-cell metallic substrate GREEN catalytic converters, this system supports up to 850 HP while maintaining 49-state emissions compliance and improving throttle response for quicker acceleration during towing up to 8,200 lbs or daily highway passing. The precision design preserves ground clearance and heat management for luxury SUVs without sacrificing the deep V8 rumble that enhances cabin experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Escalade owners seeking immediate power and torque improvements with durable, emissions-legal construction, the 2861H430 kit unlocks the 6.2L L86's full potential for family hauls, towing, or performance driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-7\/8-inch equal-length mandrel-bent primaries for optimal scavenging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-inch GREEN high-flow 400-cell metallic catalytic converters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull T304 stainless steel with TIG welds and 3\/8-inch flanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerged collectors for maximum exhaust velocity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on to OEM mid-pipe no cutting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDyno gains of 50 and 65 RWHP and 45 and 60 RWTQ on stock 6.2L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49-state EPA compliant not for sale or use in California or CARB states without exemption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits all cab\/bed configurations with 6.2L L86 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes O2 sensor extensions and EGR provisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited lifetime on stainless construction to original purchaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended lift required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove factory manifolds and bolt headers to cylinder heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect Y-pipe to collectors and OEM mid-section with supplied hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque flanges to 25-30 ft-lbs and run drive cycle for ECU adaptation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubmodel\/Engine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015 and 2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCadillac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEscalade \/ Escalade ESV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuxury, Premium, Platinum 6.2L L86 V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Fits all cab styles and drivetrains with 6.2L L86 V8. 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