C7 Corvette Stainless Works Headers 1-7/8 inch

Stainless Works C7188CAT 1-7/8" Long Tube Headers with Catted X-Pipe for the 2014–2019 C7 Corvette Stingray and Grand Sport

The Stainless Works C7188CAT header kit is built for naturally aspirated C7 Corvette applications and uses 1-7/8" long-tube primaries paired with a 3" catted X-pipe center section. It is designed to connect at the factory axle-back connection point, making it a clean way to upgrade the header-to-axle-back path while keeping your rear muffler section stock or aftermarket.

Stainless Works C7188CAT Product Details

• Vehicle: 2014–2019 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray and Grand Sport (6.2L LT1)
• System type: Long Tube Headers (header kit)
• Primary tube diameter: 1-7/8"
• Primary tube length: 31"
• Collector diameter: 3" slip-fit collectors
• Center section: 3" catted center section with X-pipe
• Connection: Fits factory axle-back connection point
• Material: 304 stainless steel
• Important note: Listed by Stainless Works as “for use on race & competition vehicles only”

Why Stainless Works Leads

• Mandrel-bent, TIG-welded stainless construction built for long-term heat and corrosion resistance
• Factory-connect layout designed to integrate cleanly behind the center section at the axle-back point
• Made in the USA (Stainless Works manufacturing statement)

Benefits

• 1-7/8" primary size is a common street performance step for LT1 C7 builds
• Catted X-pipe center section included for a complete, factory-connect style header system
• Improves exhaust flow compared with restrictive factory manifolds on many C7 setups

What to Expect After Installation / Use

Expect a noticeable change in exhaust volume and tone once long tubes and the catted X-pipe are installed. Most header installs also require calibration changes; plan for tuning based on your build and local requirements. Emissions legality varies by location—confirm local rules before purchase and installation.

Corvette Compatibility

• Generation: C7 Corvette
• Model years: 2014–2019
• Trim: C7 Corvette Stingray, C7 Corvette Grand Sport
• Engine code: LT1
• Transmission: 7-speed manual or 8-speed automatic
• Intended use: Street

What customers say: “Great fit on my C7 and the factory-connect center section made the rest of the exhaust easy to plan around.”

Custom Corvette Accessories is enthusiast-run, focused on correct fitment, fast nationwide shipping, and real-world Corvette ownership support.

If you want a factory-connect, catted long-tube header layout for a 2014–2019 C7 Corvette Stingray or Grand Sport (LT1), the Stainless Works C7188CAT is a straightforward way to upgrade the entire header-to-axle-back path in one matched system.