Especificaciones:
Marca: FLASHARK
Certificado: ISO9001:2000
Aplicación: Colector de escape de automóvil
Material: Acero inoxidable
Superficie: Pulido espejo
Modelo: EH28112
Primarios de 1 5/8 - 1 3/4 pulgadas
Colector de 3 pulgadas
Características:
Primarios de 1 5/8 - 1 3/4 pulgadas
Colector de 3 pulgadas
Para chasis tubular "ProFour"
Atraviesa el cortafuegos si se usa en un chasis de producción
Primario escalonado de alta velocidad de 1-5/8" a 1-3/4" con colector de 3"
Aumente la potencia y el torque, y ahorre gasolina con las modificaciones del sistema de escape y los colectores de escape.
Reemplazar los colectores y el escape de un vehículo es una forma de aumentar la potencia y el torque, y también aumentará el volumen de su vehículo. ¿Quiere un coche que suene como un muscle car americano? Este colector ayudará a que su vehículo lo logre y puede añadir hasta 8-20 caballos de fuerza.
La instalación de un sistema de escape significa una mejora de aproximadamente 0.5 mpg en el consumo de gasolina. Si bien puede que no parezca mucho, considere esto: Si la gasolina cuesta $3 por galón y este camión recorre 15,000 millas al año, se está ahorrando alrededor de $85 al año en gasolina. En cinco años, habrá ahorrado casi suficiente dinero para pagar un sistema de escape completo cat-back.
Colector de escape VS Múltiple de escape, ¿cuál es la mejor opción?
Las diferencias estructurales entre los colectores de escape y los múltiples de escape son el material y el tamaño. En cuanto al material, los colectores de escape están hechos de acero más ligero y delgado, mientras que los múltiples de escape están hechos de hierro grueso. Los colectores de escape también son más largos que los múltiples de escape. Cuando están en uso, los múltiples de escape crean contrapresión, lo que disminuye el rendimiento. Sin embargo, debido a que a cada cilindro del motor se le asigna su propio tubo, los colectores eliminan este problema, lo que permite que los gases salgan sin crear contrapresión. Por lo tanto, los colectores de escape son una MEJOR opción que un múltiple de escape.
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1971-1980 Ford Pinto Mustang 2.3L
- (Excepto 1978 Ford Pinto Base Sedan 2 puertas 2.3 y 1979 Ford Pinto)
Q1: Which vehicle models and engine configurations are compatible with this Flashark exhaust header?
A1: This performance exhaust header is engineered specifically for the 1974-1980 Ford Pinto and the 1974-1978 Ford Mustang II equipped with the factory 2.3L Inline-4 (I4) "Lima" engine. It fits all standard factory trim levels and body configurations for these specific model years, making it a highly targeted upgrade for classic Ford four-cylinder enthusiasts.
Q2: What are the exact dimensions and specs of this 2.3L Ford Pinto header?
A2: This Flashark header is designed with a high-velocity stepped primary configuration, transitioning from 1 5/8 inches to 1 3/4 inches, and merging into a substantial 3-inch collector. This stepped design optimizes exhaust gas flow velocity and maximizes scavenging efficiency across a significantly broader RPM band.
Q3: What does the "ProFour" tube chassis application note mean for installation clearances?
A3: This header is specifically contoured for "ProFour" tube chassis racing applications. If you intend to install this unit on a standard stock factory production chassis, please note that the primary tubes are routed to go through the firewall. This requires custom sheet metal modifications and firewall clearancing inside a standard production engine bay.
Q4: How much horsepower and torque can I gain by replacing my stock iron manifold with this header?
A4: Upgrading to the Flashark high-performance stepped header completely eliminates the restrictive backpressure caused by heavy factory cast-iron manifolds. By giving each cylinder an optimized exhaust pathway, this modification can instantly add an estimated 8 to 20 horsepower and noticeably improve low-to-midrange torque for sharper throttle response.
Q5: What material and structural finish are used to construct this Ford Pinto & Mustang II header?
A5: This premium exhaust header is fabricated from high-grade, durable stainless steel featuring a brilliant mirror-polished surface finish. It is exceptionally lightweight compared to heavy stock manifolds, helps dissipate heat more effectively under the hood, and provides long-lasting resistance against thermal warping, rust, and corrosion.
Q6: Will this exhaust header fit earlier 1971-1973 Ford Pinto models or different displacement engines?
A6: No, this model is verified exclusively for the 2.3L Inline-4 engine variants from 1974-1980. It will not serve as a direct bolt-on for earlier 1971-1973 Pinto models that came equipped with the 1.6L Kent or 2.0L EAO engines, as their cylinder head exhaust port shapes and flange spacing are completely different.
Q7: Can installing this upgraded exhaust header help improve my classic vehicle's fuel economy?
A7: Yes. By drastically reducing exhaust restrictions and reducing engine pumping losses, your 2.3L engine runs much more efficiently. Installing this upgraded exhaust system can yield an estimated 0.5 MPG improvement in gas mileage, translating to direct fuel savings during extended cruising and regular use.
Q8: Does this Flashark header kit come with a matching installation gasket and collector hardware?
A8: Yes, your purchase includes a high-quality replacement exhaust manifold gasket designed to create a tight, durable seal against the cylinder head. The package also features the 3-bolt collector attachment flange components required to connect the header to your remaining custom exhaust piping.
Q9: What kind of exhaust note or sound profile can I expect from this 4-1 header layout?
A9: This stepped primary header replaces the quiet, choked tone of the factory manifold with a much deeper, mechanical, and sporty exhaust note. It brings out the true vintage performance heritage of the Ford 2.3L motor under heavy acceleration while maintaining a clean, drone-free tone at cruising speeds.
Q10: Is professional installation recommended for this 1974-1980 Ford Pinto 2.3L engine header?
A10: Yes, professional installation by an experienced car modification technician or a specialized custom exhaust fabrication shop is highly recommended. Because the header tubes are designed to pass through the firewall on a factory stock chassis, moderate custom fabrication and body modifications are required to achieve a flawless, safe fit.
Q11: Under what manufacturing and quality control standards is this automotive header built?
A11: Every Flashark automotive exhaust header is manufactured under rigorous ISO9001:2000 quality certification standards. It features precise uniform TIG welds and a thick head flange to ensure a completely flat, warp-free mating surface that guards against performance-robbing exhaust leaks under high-temperature racing conditions.
Q12: What type of warranty and delivery protection does Flashark offer for this vintage component?
A12: Flashark provides an industry-leading Permanent Warranty on this high-performance header kit, covering any manufacturing or material defects. Additionally, your order is secured with worry-free delivery protection and free domestic shipping within 3 to 5 working days, ensuring your classic restoration project stays on track.