The header wrap is very effective (more effective than the coatings) at
reducing engine bay temps.
However, if you have mild steel header they'll be rusted out very quickly.
The higher operating temp (of the headers) also appears to cause cracking
of welds/joints.
I think that the header wrap would be fine if you have the coatings - the
coating will prevent the corrosion problem. Not sure about the cracking
problem.
Mike
-----Original Message-----
From: ENRIQUE CLAURE <span@datacom-bo.net>
To: mgs@autox.team.net <mgs@autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, October 26, 1998 1:23 PM
Subject: was ceramic coatings
>Hi folks, as I was reading through the ceramic thread I recall seeing an
add
>in my Car Craft Magazine of a sort of tape-on cloth that you wrap your
>header with. From what I recall they have real stats on their product and
to
>me the thick tape seams to REALLY work. I have friends that race and they
>swear that you can tell the temp is lower. I will let you know more about
>the product. Enrique
>
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