{"product_id":"crusader-exhaust-manifold-6-0l-r028024","title":"Crusader Exhaust Manifold 6.0L | OEM Water-Cooled | Part R028024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrusader Exhaust Manifold 6.0L — OEM Part R028024\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Crusader OEM water-cooled exhaust manifold for 6.0L marine engines. This precision-cast manifold collects exhaust gases from the cylinder head and routes them through the exhaust system while integrated water cooling passages prevent overheating. It is the correct OEM replacement for compatible Crusader 6.0L engine applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e R028024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crusader\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-Cooled Exhaust Manifold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Displacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0L (LQ4 GM-based V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exhaust — Water-Cooled Manifold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-cast, marine-grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrusader 6.0L marine engines where R028024 is specified in the parts diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCM 6.0L LQ4-based marine engines where R028024 is specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm fitment by engine model, serial number, and parts diagram before ordering — manifold specifications vary by engine generation and exhaust configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify left (port) or right (starboard) side application before ordering — exhaust manifolds are typically side-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSerial Number \u0026amp; Fitment Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment using your Crusader engine serial number and the corresponding parts diagram. Exhaust manifold specifications vary by engine generation, exhaust configuration, and side (port vs. starboard). Do not assume fitment based on displacement alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible cracks, pitting, or corrosion on the manifold body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater leaks from the manifold or cooling passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust leaks at the manifold-to-cylinder head joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverheating caused by blocked or corroded water cooling passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust odor in the engine compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreventative replacement during major engine service on high-hour engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eService Interval\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect annually for cracks, corrosion, and water passage condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace immediately if cracks, water leaks, or exhaust leaks are found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal cooling passage corrosion is the most common failure mode on saltwater-operated engines and may not be visible externally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways replace the exhaust manifold gasket when installing a new manifold — see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fairview-197\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Manifold Gasket RM0007\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fairview-198\"\u003ePCM\/Crusader Exhaust Manifold-to-Cylinder Head Gasket RM0276\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the cylinder head mating surface for warping or damage before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque manifold fasteners to the specification in the Crusader service manual in the correct sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect and replace the exhaust elbow at the same time if it shows corrosion or wear — see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-12\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Elbow R029016A\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-68\"\u003ePCM 6.0L Short Elbow R031036\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush and inspect cooling passages before returning the engine to service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my exhaust manifold needs replacing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe most common signs are water leaks from the manifold body or cooling passages, exhaust leaks at the cylinder head joint, overheating caused by blocked cooling passages, and visible external corrosion or cracking. On saltwater-operated engines, internal corrosion of the water cooling passages is the primary failure mode and may not be visible externally — inspect the passages during annual service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I replace the gaskets when installing a new manifold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Always install new gaskets when replacing an exhaust manifold. Reusing old gaskets risks exhaust leaks and cooling system failures after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this manifold side-specific?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExhaust manifolds are typically port (left) or starboard (right) side-specific. Confirm which side you need against your engine’s parts diagram before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the correct OEM replacement for Crusader and PCM 6.0L engine owners dealing with a failed or corroded water-cooled exhaust manifold. It is particularly well-suited for high-hour saltwater engines where internal cooling passage corrosion is the primary failure mode, and for owners who want to restore the exhaust system to factory specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Customer Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most frequent issue is customers replacing only the manifold without inspecting or replacing the exhaust elbow and gaskets at the same time. On a high-hour engine, if the manifold has failed, the elbow is likely in similar condition. Replacing all exhaust system components together during a single service event avoids a repeat job shortly after. Also confirm the correct side (port or starboard) before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fairview-197\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Manifold Gasket — RM0007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fairview-198\"\u003ePCM\/Crusader Exhaust Manifold-to-Cylinder Head Gasket — RM0276\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-12\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Elbow — R029016A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-68\"\u003ePCM 6.0L Short Elbow — R031036\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-center-riser-cr-20-98126\"\u003eCrusader Center Riser — CR-20-98126\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-exhaust-manifold-302-351-r028001\"\u003eCrusader Exhaust Manifold 302\/351 — R028001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fairview-181\"\u003ePCM Crusader Crankshaft Position Sensor 6.0L LQ4 — R020044\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CRU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563780702244,"sku":"R028024","price":581.84,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/90b6c5bf-78d6-468e-abb1-246f755bcfbf.png?v=1787448411","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/crusader-exhaust-manifold-6-0l-r028024","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}