Lift the vehicle and support it safely on jack stands. Allow the exhaust to cool fully before beginning removal of the factory components. Disconnect all oxygen sensor connectors before removing the factory manifolds or pipes. Install the Kooks headers using the provided hardware and gaskets, torquing in a cross pattern to specification. A professional tune is recommended after installation of long tube headers to maximize power gains and ensure proper air fuel ratios. Check all fasteners and connections after the first heat cycle.
Shop Chevrolet Corvette parts and accessories at Black Ops Auto Works for C5, C6, C7, C8, Z06, ZR1, Stingray, Grand Sport, and track-focused Corvette builds. This collection includes cold air intakes, air filters, catch cans, oil separators, exhaust systems, axle-back exhausts, X-pipes, brake pads, brake rotors, big brake kits, suspension parts, sway bars, ride height simulators, carbon fiber lips, spoilers, hoods, fenders, brake ducts, lighting upgrades, wheel spacers, clutches, fuel system parts, and Corvette styling accessories. Use this Chevrolet Corvette collection to find the right upgrade by generation, product category, brand, and performance goal. Intake and exhaust upgrades help improve airflow and sound, brake upgrades support stronger stopping power, suspension parts improve handling and chassis control, carbon fiber parts add aggressive styling, and oil separators, catch cans, clutch parts, fuel system upgrades, and cooling components help support more demanding street...
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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...
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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...
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Shop Kooks Headers and Kooks Exhaust systems at Black Ops Auto Works for premium American-made performance exhaust upgrades. This collection includes Kooks long tube headers, shorty headers, cat-back exhaust systems, axle-back exhaust systems, connection pipes, catted connection pipes, X-pipes, Y-pipes, resonator delete pipes, catalytic converters, GREEN catalytic converters, header bolt kits, oxygen sensor extensions, exhaust clamps, and exhaust hardware for street, strip, track, and high-horsepower performance builds. Kooks Headers is known for stainless steel construction, precision fitment, aggressive exhaust sound, and proven motorsports performance. Whether you are upgrading a Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, Jeep Trackhawk, Dodge Durango, Ram 1500, Ford F-150, Ford Raptor, Cadillac Escalade V, or Chevrolet Silverado, Black Ops Auto Works carries Kooks exhaust parts designed for performance, durabilit...
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