The BD Diesel 1045982 Exhaust Manifold Bolt and Spacer Kit is designed for heavy-duty diesel applications, specifically fitting models from 1998.5 to 2018 equipped with 5.9L and 6.7L Cummins engines. This kit includes high-strength fasteners and spacers engineered to withstand the demanding conditions of fleet and performance diesel trucks. The bolts feature Grade 10.9 hardware, providing an optimal balance of tensile strength and toughness to resist fracture and elongation under extreme thermal and mechanical loads. The stainless steel socket bolts and washers are corrosion-resistant, ensuring long-lasting durability and maintaining proper sealing integrity over time. The black oxide finish on fasteners and spacers not only enhances corrosion resistance but also matches BD manifolds for a seamless appearance.
These components are essential for maintaining proper exhaust manifold sealing, preventing leaks, and ensuring consistent engine performance. The spacers are designed to operate elastically, distributing stress evenly and reducing the risk of fastener failure during thermal cycles. The inclusion of bolt spacers and stainless steel hardware simplifies installation and provides a reliable solution for repairs or upgrades involving exhaust manifold replacements. BD Diesel’s focus on quality and precise engineering guarantees that this kit meets the rigorous demands of heavy-duty diesel engine operation, making it a critical part of any fleet maintenance or performance upgrade.
Whether used in routine repairs or high-performance applications, this bolt and spacer set ensures secure, durable connections that promote optimal engine operation and longevity. Proper installation, including cleaning and resurfacing the manifold mating surfaces, is crucial to achieving the best results and long-term reliability, especially in severe duty conditions typical of commercial and towing operations.
Features:
- Heavy-duty torque capacity designed for fleet and performance diesel engines
- Premium stainless steel hardware with corrosion-resistant black oxide finish for durability
- Engineered spacers operate elastically to prevent fastener fracture under thermal stress
- High-strength Grade 10.9 fasteners meet demanding mechanical and thermal requirements for long-term reliability
Fitment:
Dodge Ram 2500 Base 1998 to 2002
Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie 2003
Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie 2005 to 2010
Dodge Ram 2500 SLT 2003 to 2010
Dodge Ram 2500 Sport 2006 to 2007
Dodge Ram 2500 ST 2003 to 2010
Dodge Ram 2500 SXT 2008 to 2010
Dodge Ram 2500 TRX 2010
Dodge Ram 2500 TRX4 2006 to 2007
Dodge Ram 3500 Base 1998 to 2002
Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie 2003 to 2010
Dodge Ram 3500 SLT 2003 to 2010
Dodge Ram 3500 Sport 2006 to 2007
Dodge Ram 3500 ST 2003 to 2010
Dodge Ram 3500 SXT 2008 to 2009
Dodge Ram 3500 TRX4 2007
Ram 2500 Big Horn 2013 to 2024
Ram 2500 Laramie 2011 to 2024
Ram 2500 Laramie Limited 2014 to 2015
Ram 2500 Laramie Longhorn 2011 to 2021
Ram 2500 Limited 2016 to 2024
Ram 2500 Limited Longhorn 2021 to 2024
Ram 2500 Lone Star 2013 to 2015
Ram 2500 Lone Star 2019 to 2024
Ram 2500 Outdoorsman 2012 to 2016
Ram 2500 Rebel 2023 to 2024
Ram 2500 SLT 2011 to 2018
Ram 2500 Special Service 2024
Ram 2500 ST 2011 to 2013
Ram 2500 Tradesman 2013 to 2024
Ram 3500 Big Horn 2013 to 2024
Ram 3500 Laramie 2011 to 2024
Ram 3500 Laramie Limited 2014 to 2015
Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn 2011 to 2020
Ram 3500 Limited 2016 to 2024
Ram 3500 Limited Longhorn 2021 to 2024
Ram 3500 Lone Star 2013 to 2015
Ram 3500 Lone Star 2017
Ram 3500 Lone Star 2019 to 2022
Ram 3500 SLT 2011 to 2024
Ram 3500 Special Service 2024
Ram 3500 ST 2011 to 2013
Ram 3500 Tradesman 2013 to 2024





















