Ever pulled over mid-drive because your exhaust was rattling loose again? If you're wrenching on a GEN III or IV LS engine—whether it's an LS1, LS2, LS3, LS6, or LS7 in your car, or a 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, or 6.2L Vortec in your truck—this stainless steel header stud kit solves that headache permanently.
Made from hardened 304 stainless steel, these studs resist corrosion from exhaust gases and road salt better than standard bolts. You get 12 polished M8 studs that thread perfectly into the cylinder heads, paired with 12 M8 hex locking flange nuts. The flange design spreads torque evenly, reducing the chance of warping or leaks under extreme heat cycles.
Installation is straightforward: Clean the threads, apply a bit of anti-seize, thread in the studs with your Allen wrench, then snug up the nuts to spec (usually 22 ft-lbs). In under an hour, your headers or exhaust manifolds are mounted solid. I've used these on my own LS-swapped Camaro, and they haven't budged through seasons of rain, boost, and burnouts.
Picture this: You're at the strip, spooling up the turbos on your LS3, and instead of stressing over manifold leaks costing you ETs, everything stays sealed. Or on your daily 5.3L Silverado, hauling loads without the drone of loose pipes. These studs deliver that peace of mind.
Unlike softer OEM bolts that gall and strip, stainless holds up to repeated installs during header swaps. They're not as brittle as some titanium options, striking the balance of strength and reusability. Plus, at this price, it's a no-brainer upgrade for any LS build—performance street machine, tow rig, or race motor.
Grab this kit and feel the difference in how your engine runs smoother, quieter, and stronger. Your LS deserves hardware this tough.
