
Stainless Works C8188H 1-7/8 Inch Long Tube Headers for the C8 Corvette LT2
The Stainless Works C8188H long tube headers are designed for LT2 6.2L C8 Corvette owners who want a full long-tube layout with a primary size that fits most street-driven combinations. This is a header kit that uses 3" collectors with a flange and is designed to connect to the factory catalytic converters or an available Stainless Works mid-pipe kit, keeping your downstream exhaust choice flexible.
Stainless Works C8188H Product Details
- System type: Long Tube Headers
- Primary tube size: 1-7/8"
- Collectors: 3" collectors with flange
- Connection: designed for connection to stock catalytic converters or a Stainless Works mid-pipe kit
- Material: corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel
- Build: fully TIG welded
- Warranty: lifetime warranty on material and craftsmanship
Why Stainless Works Leads
- 304 stainless construction built for repeated heat cycles and long-term corrosion resistance
- Mandrel-bent long tube layout designed to maintain smooth flow through the runners
- TIG welded build quality with lifetime coverage on materials and workmanship
Benefits
- 1-7/8" primary size is a proven street-oriented choice for LT2 C8 setups
- 3" collectors with flange help keep the next connection clean and consistent
- Header-only upgrade lets you keep or plan your preferred mid-pipe and axle-back combination
What to Expect After Installation / Use
Expect quicker exhaust evacuation and a stronger exhaust character once paired with your mid-pipe and axle-back. Final sound level and tone depend heavily on your catalytic converters, mid-pipe design, and mufflers.
Corvette Compatibility
- This fits the 2020–2026 Chevrolet Corvette C8 with the LT2 6.2L as specified.
- Trim fitment: C8 Corvette Stingray, C8 Corvette E-Ray
- Intended use: Street
What customers say: “Great fit and finish—exactly what I wanted for a street build without going to a bigger primary.”
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If you want 1-7/8" long tube headers for your LT2-powered C8 Stingray or E-Ray, Stainless Works C8188H is a direct long-tube header-kit solution with 3" collectors designed to pair with stock cats or a Stainless Works mid-pipe.
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