{"product_id":"vibrant-2-5in-o-d-universal-aluminum-tubing-18in-long-straight-pipe-polished","title":"Vibrant 2.5in O.D. Universal Aluminum Tubing (18in long Straight Pipe) - Polished","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e2174\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 690092111588\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant 2.5in O.D. Universal Aluminum Tubing (18in long Straight Pipe) - Polished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Vibrant Performance straight aluminum tubing delivers precise dimensions for custom exhaust and intake fabrication on any vehicle. Constructed from 6061 aluminum with a 0.065in wall thickness, it offers lightweight strength and corrosion resistance for performance builds. 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