Hooker Super Competition Block Hugger Headers are great choice for custom car, truck, or street rod where a specific fit tuned super competition header is not available. These headers are available in chrome, high heat resistant black paint or Hookers Metallic Ceramic Thermal Barrier Coating. Street rod owners who have installed a LS-1 or derivative engine and need maximum frame rail clearance with complete access to engine mounts and starter. NOTE: For proper fit of these Hooker Headers, engine swap relocation mounts (12611HKR) should be used to ensure proper location of engine into chassis. NOTE: Hooker recommends the use of multi-angle spark plug wires for this application (example - MSD-32819). WARNING! Breaking in an engine with ceramic-coated headers WILL result in damage to the coating and will VOID all warranties. Ceramic-coated headers require several heat cycles to fully cure before they will withstand extreme heat. HOOKER recommends using a cast-iron exhaust manifold or an old header to break in new engines to avoid coating damage. .

In 1962, future SEMA Hall of Famer Gary Hooker designed and manufactured a one of a kind header that boosted the performance of his new Chevrolet. Upon placing it on other cars, he found that the headers were responsible for increasing the car's speed and power. This became the foundation for Hooker Headers and the company was established in South Ontario, California.

The cutting-edge headers became the toast of the racing world and the company became more legendary for providing the headers of nearly all National Hot Rod Association champions. Using this as a platform, Hooker Headers grew from a $100K company in 1966 to a $3 million giant in 1969. This growth was fueled by the company's pursuit of innovation in the header market. Some of their breakthroughs include the development of the straight-thru glass pack mufflers, a new thermal barrier ceramic coating, the Aerochamber muffler, engine swap headers, and the use of stylish black ceramic coating. Today, Hooker is one of the most recognized brands in the world of racing and performance aftermarket.