{"product_id":"ram-1500-5-7-hemi-shorty-headers-direct-replacement-for-factory-exhaust-manifolds-stainless","title":"Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi Shorty Headers Direct Replacement for Factory Exhaust Manifolds (Stainless)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRam 1500 5.7L HEMI Shorty Headers, Polished 304 Stainless Steel, 2009–2018 Ram 1500 and 2019–2024 Ram 1500 Classic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpgrade your exhaust manifold system with these \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRam 1500 5.7L HEMI Shorty Headers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for factory exhaust manifolds on compatible DS-platform trucks. Constructed from polished 304 stainless steel, these headers provide an alternative to factory cast iron manifolds that can crack, warp, or experience broken mounting bolts after repeated heat cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory manifold problems can cause cold-start ticking noises, exhaust leaks, and costly repairs when bolts break inside the cylinder head. These shorty headers feature mandrel-bent tubing, thick laser-cut flanges, and precision-welded primary joints to support durability, corrosion resistance, and reliable sealing under daily driving conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to connect at the factory cylinder head mounting locations and retain the OEM catalytic converter placement and exhaust routing, they install without cutting, welding, or fabrication. They are compatible with specified 2WD and 4WD configurations and include steel-clad fiber manifold gaskets and installation hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These headers fit 2009–2018 Ram 1500 trucks and 2019–2024 Ram 1500 Classic old-body-style trucks with the 5.7L HEMI V8. They do not fit 2019 and newer new-body-style Ram 1500 models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle-Specific Fitment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed for 2009–2018 Ram 1500 and 2019–2024 Ram 1500 Classic 5.7L HEMI trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished 304 Stainless Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offers corrosion resistance and durability under repeated exhaust heat cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorty Header Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaces factory exhaust manifolds while retaining the original exhaust routing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Bolt-On Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Uses factory cylinder head mounting locations without cutting, welding, or fabrication.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM Catalytic Converter Position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to retain factory catalytic converter placement and emissions equipment layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features thick laser-cut flanges, mandrel-bent tubing, and precision-welded primary joints.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2WD and 4WD Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fits the specified vehicle applications in both configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Components Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplied with steel-clad fiber manifold gaskets and installation hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorty exhaust headers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished 304 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.7L HEMI V8, 345 CID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDS platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeader Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTubing Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMandrel-bent tubing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlange Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick laser-cut flanges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalytic Converter Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to retain OEM position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrivetrain Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2WD and 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeaders, steel-clad fiber manifold gaskets, installation hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake and Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2009–2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRam 1500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.7L HEMI V8, 345 CID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2019–2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRam 1500 Classic, old body style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.7L HEMI V8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not compatible with 2019 and newer new-body-style Ram 1500 models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeft and right shorty headers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel-clad fiber manifold gaskets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnswer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich vehicles do these headers fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey fit 2009–2018 Ram 1500 5.7L HEMI trucks and 2019–2024 Ram 1500 Classic old-body-style trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill these fit a 2019 new-body Ram 1500?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. They are designed for the DS platform and are not compatible with the 2019 and newer new-body-style Ram 1500.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these headers compatible with 2WD and 4WD models?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, they are designed for compatible 2WD and 4WD configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat material are the headers made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are constructed from polished 304 stainless steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo they retain the factory catalytic converter location?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The design is intended to retain OEM catalytic converter placement and the original exhaust routing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo these headers require cutting or welding?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are designed for direct bolt-on installation without cutting, welding, or fabrication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan these help address manifold ticking and exhaust leaks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are designed to replace factory manifolds that may crack, warp, or develop broken mounting bolts, which can contribute to ticking noises and exhaust leaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre gaskets and installation hardware included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Steel-clad fiber manifold gaskets and installation hardware are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore ordering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm that your truck is the old-body-style Ram 1500 Classic where applicable. 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