{"product_id":"stainless-works-15-25-mustang-gt-lead-pipe-kit-factory-connect","title":"Stainless Works Mustang GT Lead Pipe Kit, Factory Connect","description":"\u003ch4\u003eReplacement Lead Pipes for Your Stainless Works Header System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lead pipe kit is the factory-connection replacement lead for Stainless Works and Stainless Power long tube header systems on the 2015-2026 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L. It connects the header collectors to your stock factory exhaust connection point, so you can run Stainless Works headers without changing your factory catback or aftermarket system. The kit is built from stainless steel to match the durability of the header system it completes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory connection design mates directly to the factory Mustang exhaust connection point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction matches the durability and corrosion resistance of Stainless Works headers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned as a direct replacement lead for Stainless Works and Stainless Power long tube header systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains the factory-style exhaust routing without requiring a full catback replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eVehicle Application\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2015-2026 Ford Mustang GT, 5.0L\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Works\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory connect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement lead pipe for Stainless Works and Stainless Power header systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory connect lead pipe kit (1 pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Stainless Works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless Works designs and manufactures American-made stainless steel exhaust systems and headers for street and performance applications, engineering each header and exhaust component specifically for the vehicle platform it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/stainless-works-2011-14-mustang-gt-headers-1-7-8in-primaries-high-flow-cats-3in-x-pipe\"\u003eStainless Works 2011-14 Mustang GT Headers 1-7\/8in Primaries High-Flow Cats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/stainless-works-2018-ford-mustang-gt-3in-redline-series-catback-h-pipe-w-active-valves-quad-tips\"\u003eStainless Works 2018+ Ford Mustang GT 3in Redline Series Catback\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the factory connect and performance connect lead pipe kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory connect kit mates to the stock exhaust connection point, while the performance connect kit is sized to fit a Stainless Works catback system. Choose based on which exhaust system you are running downstream of the headers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need this kit if I already bought a complete Stainless Works header system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly if your existing lead pipes are damaged or you are changing your downstream exhaust connection type. Complete header kits typically already include matching lead pipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this kit work with headers from another brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed specifically as a replacement lead for Stainless Works and Stainless Power header systems and is not guaranteed to fit other header brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit include a catalytic converter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a lead pipe kit only. The catalytic converters are part of the header assembly itself on most Stainless Works Mustang header kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs welding required for installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The kit is designed to bolt and clamp into place using the factory-style connection points, without welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used on a Mustang with an aftermarket catback exhaust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory connect design is sized for the factory connection point. If your Mustang has an aftermarket catback with a different connection size, the performance or aftermarket connect version may fit better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is this lead pipe kit made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made from stainless steel, matching the material used throughout the Stainless Works header and exhaust product line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installing this affect the sound of my exhaust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lead pipe itself has minimal impact on sound compared to the headers and catback, since it is primarily a connection section rather than a resonating component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the vehicle to access the exhaust system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the existing lead pipe or connection section between the headers and the downstream exhaust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the new factory connect lead pipe kit and secure it to the header collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the opposite end to the factory exhaust connection point using the appropriate clamps or hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect all connections for proper alignment and secure clamping before lowering the vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the engine and check for exhaust leaks at each new connection point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"Stainless Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46426669023311,"sku":"SSWM15LDSFC","price":426.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/stainless-works-mustang-gt-lead-pipe-kit-factory-connect-detail.png?v=1787074071","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/stainless-works-15-25-mustang-gt-lead-pipe-kit-factory-connect","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}