Ceramic Coating Vs Heat Wrap Headers Sti

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Ceramic coating vs heat wrap headers sti.

A ceramic header coating also provides protection against the corrosive materials in the exhaust. In other words ceramic coated headers look and function the same on mile one as they do on mile 300 000. Worth doing but long term save the money and go straight to a coating. We received a question recently from a reader asking us the question of if he should have his headers hi temp coated or he should wrap them in a high temp exhaust wrap we thought this would be an excellent time to write an article explaining which one is.

The insulating properties of header wrap will help the scavenging process even more because unlike ceramic the material used in header wraps don t retain heat on the surface. I see it done wrong far more than right unfortunately. Heat wrap thoughts. Wrapped headers are a popular choice for a lot of different hot rods.

Even better this highly specialized insulation blocks intense engine heat that can rob your ride of horsepower and damage engine components. It can also be done in your garage. But it is less expensive than ceramic coating. Should i coat or wrap my exhaust.

Dei s titanium wrap is resistant to chemicals and will retain its original color for the life of the wrap which can be three to five years. Ceramic coatings and header wraps are a sure way to add horsepower and a performance attitude to your motor. Header wrap is more expensive than high temp paint. Coating your headers in ceramic improves their heat resistance and keeps them from being tarnished or damaged by the heat.

Ending the debate of high temp coatings vs exhaust heat wrap.