{"title":"Header Boxes \u0026 Flares","description":"\u003cp\u003eA header box kit turns a Dream Mat sluice you already own into a pump-fed power sluice or clean-up sluice. It mounts in the head of the box and takes the hose from your pump. Flares are here too, for bringing more water into a sluice in a slow creek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich header box or flare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6\", 8\" and 10\" Header Box Kits:\u003c\/strong\u003e one for each sluice width. The 6\" unit is about 5-15\/16\" wide to slip into a 6\" box, with a 1-1\/8\" hose connection, and the 6\" Complete kit adds a 2000 GPH pump, 4 ft of hose and a variable flow valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdventure Sluice Header Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e a slip-fit header for the 4x16 Adventure sluice without a flare, made for 3\/4\" pipe plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchback Header Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e the header box for the Switchback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSluice Box Flared Header:\u003c\/strong\u003e an aluminum flare for 6\", 8\", 10\" and 12\" Dream Mat sluices that brings in more water in slow creeks. It does not fit the 8x38, 10x38 or 12x38 Compact sluices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\" to 10\" and 10\" to 12\" High Banker Flares:\u003c\/strong\u003e transition flares that step a highbanker up to the next sluice width. Leg kits are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold Cube Tail-Gater:\u003c\/strong\u003e a flare and legs that carry Gold Cube tailings away from the stand. The Cube and thermoform sluice are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA header box needs a pump. Match one to your sluice width in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prospectorsdream.com\/collections\/sluice-box-pumps\"\u003epumps and hoses\u003c\/a\u003e, or see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prospectorsdream.com\/collections\/power-sluice\"\u003epower sluice kits\u003c\/a\u003e that include the header box and legs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"6-header-box-kit","title":"6\" Header Box Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e6\" Header Box Kit Comes with evertything you need to turn your favorite 6\" DREAM MAT sluice into a finish sluice or power recirc sluice!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatch Drill 4x holes in your box \u0026amp; mount it in \u0026amp; your off power sluicing. Header unit is ~5-15\/16\" wide to slip right into a 6\" box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn loose boxes, some silicone or gasketing may be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1-1\/8\" hose connection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eRubber Bubble Flap\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\/4\" Hardware screws included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv data-youtube-video=\"\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"480\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" autoplay=\"false\" disablekbcontrols=\"false\" enableiframeapi=\"false\" endtime=\"0\" ivloadpolicy=\"0\" loop=\"false\" modestbranding=\"false\" origin=\"\" playlist=\"\" rel=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/wHddeXwP2MY\" start=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospectors Dream","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44246900474085,"sku":"189356825410","price":66.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1201\/4868\/files\/96f68951-6afa-469e-8786-1413063c17f9.png?v=1748635832"},{"product_id":"6-complete-header-box-kit-with-pump","title":"6\" Complete Header Box Kit with Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e6\" Header Box Kit Comes with everything you need to turn your favorite 6\" DREAM MAT sluice into a finish sluice or power recirc sluice!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatch Drill 4x holes in your box \u0026amp; mount it in \u0026amp; your off power sluicing. Header unit is ~5-15\/16\" wide to slip right into a 6\" box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn loose boxes, some silicone or gasketing may be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\/4\" Hardware screws\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 ft of 1-1\/8\" hose\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e2000 gph pump\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eVariable flow valve\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy running your cons or pay. Use what the pros use to recover even wash plant size clean-ups!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv data-youtube-video=\"\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"480\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" autoplay=\"false\" disablekbcontrols=\"false\" enableiframeapi=\"false\" endtime=\"0\" ivloadpolicy=\"0\" loop=\"false\" modestbranding=\"false\" origin=\"\" playlist=\"\" rel=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/wHddeXwP2MY\" start=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple assembly with hand tools; all hardware is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ensure timely delivery and manage supply chain fluctuations, we reserve the right to substitute any purchased item (including electrical, plumbing, and hardware) with a product of equivalent or superior form, fit, and quality. While we strive to match the product images on our website, the item you receive may differ in appearance but will meet or exceed the original specifications. This may include drop-shipped items for products on backorder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Component Return Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e All sales of electrical components are final. Due to their sensitive nature, we are unable to accept returns or offer refunds for these items. We cannot verify the condition of a component once it has been handled or installed. Please ensure you are ordering the correct part for your application. If you have any questions about compatibility, please contact us \u003cstrong\u003ebefore\u003c\/strong\u003e placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospectors Dream","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44317834313957,"sku":"189357926239","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1201\/4868\/files\/dream-mat-6-header-box-kit-7751167.jpg?v=1773668522"},{"product_id":"8-header-box-kit","title":"8\" Header Box Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Header Box Kit comes with everything you need to turn your favorite 8\" Dream Mat sluice into a finish sluice or power recirc sluice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch drill 4 holes in your box, mount it in and you're off, power sluicing. The header unit is about 7-15\/16\" wide to slip right into an 8\" box. On loose boxes, some silicone or gasketing may be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-1\/2\" hose connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bubble flap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" hardware screws included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3000 GPH minimum pump recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Gold Sluice 8-10 inch Header Boxes: Power Sluicing with Dream Mat\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/i66qRY2Xot0?rel=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospectors Dream","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44548438098149,"sku":"189356279541","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1201\/4868\/files\/f6f0fa6f-e31a-419d-81a0-a83cb71e7b77.png?v=1748635828"},{"product_id":"10-header-box-kit","title":"10\" Header Box Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 10\" Header Box Kit comes with everything you need to turn your favorite 10\" Dream Mat sluice into a finish sluice or power recirc sluice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch drill 4 holes in your box, mount it in and you're off, power sluicing. 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