{"product_id":"01-03-mazda-protege-exhaust-header-gasket","title":"01-03 Mazda Protege Exhaust Header Gasket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e01-03 Mazda Protege Exhaust Header Gasket\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStop exhaust leaks at the source with a direct replacement header gasket.\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory gaskets fail under heat and vibration—this one seals the joint between your header and cylinder head to restore back-pressure and stop that telltale hiss. Hard panel construction rated for sustained exhaust temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Direct-from-Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM-spec gasket thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e - Maintains proper header-to-head alignment without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-resistant construction\u003c\/strong\u003e - Engineered to handle continuous exhaust temperatures without degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop-in fit\u003c\/strong\u003e - No shaving, no custom machining—install and go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard panel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: Single gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eExhaust header gasket only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need new fasteners to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original header bolts and studs will work fine. Clean them, apply anti-seize to the threads, and torque to factory spec using your service manual—reusing them prevents overtightening on fresh gasket material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my header is warped or damaged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gasket seals small imperfections, but if your header is visibly cracked or bent, the gasket alone won't fix it. Inspect the header surface for flatness before installing—sand out minor corrosion with fine grit, but replace the header if it's bent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse the old gasket if I'm just doing a refresh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Once a gasket is compressed under heat and torque, it loses its seal. Always go fresh—old gaskets will leak within weeks, especially on an older vehicle where vibration is higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54605073482033,"sku":"K2-4582-MAZ-006-TSARK","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/5727\/5441\/files\/GKTSET-MP01-1.jpg?v=1781492746","url":"https:\/\/acmtechnik.com\/products\/01-03-mazda-protege-exhaust-header-gasket","provider":"ACM Technik LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}