{"product_id":"vibrant-stainless-steel-v-band-flange-for-5in-o-d-tubing-male","title":"Vibrant Stainless Steel V-Band Flange for 5in O.D. Tubing - Male","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e1494M\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 690092160821\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant Stainless Steel V-Band Flange for 5in O.D. Tubing - Male\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant Performance 1494M male V-band flange creates reliable modular connections for 5in OD tubing in stainless steel or aluminum exhaust and charge piping systems. This flange suits custom fabrication on high-performance vehicles needing quick-release, leak-free joints. 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