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Hooker Headers 2453HKR - Hooker Competition Headers

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Part Number: HOK-2453HKR

Hooker Headers 2453HKR - Hooker Competition Headers
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Hooker Competition Headers

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Hooker Competition Headers

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Hooker Headers 2453HKR - Hooker Competition Headers

Hooker Headers 2453HKR - Hooker Competition Headers

HOK-2453HKR

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Carl's Tech Talk - Long Tube vs Shorty Headers

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Painted vs Coated Headers with Summit Racing

Painted vs Coated Headers with Summit Racing

Hooker Competition Headers

Hooker Competition Headers

Overview

Brand:
Hooker Headers
Manufacturer's Part Number:
2453HKR
Part Type:
Headers
Product Line:
Hooker Competition Headers
Summit Racing Part Number:
HOK-2453HKR
UPC:
700414008288
Header Style:
Long tube
Header Material:
Steel
Header Finish:
Temporary non-high temperature paint
Weld-Up:
No
Primary Tube Outside Diameter (in):
1 5/8 in.
Flange Style:
Standard
Collector Attachment:
3-bolt flange
Collector Diameter:
2.500 in.
Collector Reducers Included:
No
Cylinder Head Port Shape:
Oval
Tuned:
No
Primary Tube Gauge:
16-gauge
Flange Thickness (in.):
0.313 in.
Bolts/Studs Included:
Yes
Gaskets Included:
Yes
Crossover Pipe Included:
No
Spark Plug Position:
Angle/Straight
Catalytic Converter(s) Included:
No
Motor Mounts Included:
No
Transmission Mount Included:
No
Quantity:
Sold as a pair.
Notes:
The paint applied to these headers is a temporary coating only and is designed to burn off during use. High temperature paint or other high temperature coatings are recommended.
Hooker Competition Headers

Hooker Competition headers are designed for stock or mildly modified engines for the value-conscious buyer. Made from durable 16-gauge steel, Competition headers feature 5/16 in. thick flanges that are heavy enough to maintain header integrity, yet pliable enough to seal each exhaust port. Unless otherwise noted, these headers are designed to fit the vehicle as it came from the manufacturer. This includes components like cylinder heads, chassis, steering, motor mounts, body mounts and bushings, etc. If your vehicle is using aftermarket components, parts from other applications, or custom altered parts, then it is the installer's responsibility to verify fitment.

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The description says the coating is temporary. Does this mean i need to strip these or can i just scuff and paint the existing paint?

Asked by BRIAN on 8/27/2017

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I didn't on mine because nobody is really going to see them unless it's a show pickup then you can

BODEY from SD | 9/3/2017

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The best way to do it would be to sandblast first or put them on the application and let them burn out themselves it won't take probably about 100 to 200 miles

from NC | 9/14/2017

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I asked this exact question on Hookers Tech Line. The answer is "NO, You cannot paint over this temp coating as it will bubble under your paint. The temp paint must be stripped or sanded or sandblasted before applying any additional paint....Its off to the sanding booth for me..

ROGER from Canada | 1/17/2020

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Best to just get them sand blasted. The existing paint will burn off. You can strip the paint but I found it very time consuming and getting them blasted will set you back about as much as buying the stripper.

JOSEPH H from AZ | 9/6/2017

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Best bet would be to strip it, no need to take chances and you can media blast it pretty cheap at a local mechanics shop. Then it'll already be scuffed for you to paint

TIMOTHY from ND | 9/3/2017

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Would these fit my Truck? 1979 Chevy K20 with a SM465 Trans.. (4 Speed).. Small Block 350

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Yes. I have them on my 84 k20. No problems.

CHRIS from MO | 8/7/2017

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Yes

COLBY from TN | 8/15/2017

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Not sure exactly sure you could call and ask summit. Mine is a 77 Chevy 1/2 ton K10 4x4

KEVIN from CA | 8/4/2017

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They fit my 1982 chevy k 10 with a 4 speed automatic..very easy installation.

KEN from MA | 8/3/2017

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would these fit angle plug heads?

Asked by RAMIRO on 11/13/2016

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Thank you for your question. Hooker Headers 2453HKR will not work with angle plug heads. This information can be found under the Applications tab on our website.

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I put my headers on a stock 350 in my 86 GMC Sierra. They fit perfectly. When I purchased them the description said they will not fit angle plug heads. Also the gaskets were horrible I suggest buying a better set of felpro gaskets

REUBEN from CO | 11/13/2016

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Yes they will work for angle plug heads just have to use shortie plugs

DONNA from PA | 12/6/2016

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No they wouldn't. These headers aren't designed for angle plug heads. They will fit any typical small block Chevy or Vortec head though.

SCOTT from OH | 11/13/2016

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Will these fit with manual clutch linkage?

Asked by BRIAN on 4/26/2017

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Yes I have a 1983 gmc pickup 4×4 4 speed fit no problem

JOSEPH from WY | 4/29/2017

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Not sure about manual but I had to modify the automatic linkage so it wouldn't hit the header.I have a k20 Chevy

CLINT E from WA | 4/29/2017

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Yes I had to bend the linkage a little.

CHRIS from MO | 5/1/2017

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3/13/2014

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When I took these headers out of the box I knew that I had made the right choice.They are much heavier gauge steel then the "no name" headers that they were replacing.The routing of the pipes makes for an excellent fit, and spark plug access is better than most headers that I have used.I would buy these again.
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Hooker headers for 91 suburban 4x4

1/8/2016

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Had to fix shift rod and shift linkage. Other than than they fit great and good product.
By: LUIS from CA

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good headers make a difference

12/4/2014

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just installed on k5 blazer you can feel the difference over the original manifolds and y pipe , sounds much better too . fit right in , had to trim 1 ear off a/c bracket , happy with this product !
By: ROBERT from AZ

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Fast shipping and great product

1/29/2019

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As always with summit fast shipping and great customer service. Bought these hooker headers to replace a cheap set I had on my suburban and headers are definitely one of those things you get what you pay for. I wish I would’ve bought these the first time around, perfect fit, amazing quality, and great sound
By: JAMES from OH

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6/22/2018

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Look great. Easy installation. Sound fantastic!
By: DALTON from AZ

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