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Challenger Shorty headers
Your Challenger
Pick your year to see what fits.
This page covers the 2008–2023 Challenger.
+10–20 whp (est.)
Expert$700–$9004–6 hrs
Why do it
Replaces the tight factory manifolds, for more power and a deeper sound.
Tools you'll need
- Jack and 4 jack stands
- Socket set
- Torque wrench
- Penetrating oil
- Long extensions
- New gaskets
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- BBK shorty headers 4013 (2008-2010 6.1L) Listed for the 2008-2010 6.1L. The same brand as our video.Fits 2008–2010 · 6.1L HEMI
- BBK shorty headers 40190 (2011-2023 6.4L) Listed for the 2011-2023 6.4L. The same brand as our video.Fits 2011–2023 · 6.4L HEMI
- BBK shorty headers 40280 (2009-2023 5.7L) Listed for the 2009-2023 5.7L. The same brand as our video.Fits 2009–2023 · 5.7L HEMI
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Before you start
- Let the exhaust go completely cold, and soak all the bolts in penetrating oil.
- These shorty headers keep the factory catalytic converters, but check your local laws.
Steps
Remove the stock manifolds
- Unbolt the exhaust and take out the old manifolds.
Fit the new headers
- Put in the new gaskets and headers, fit the heat shields and tighten everything.
Start it up
- Start the car and listen for leaks.
How to know it worked
- No exhaust leaks.
- Nothing touches the steering or body.
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Safety first
- Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
- Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
- Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
- Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
- Wear safety glasses.
- If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.
Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.