DEI wrap AND ceramic coating
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DEI wrap AND ceramic coating
I have a set of JBA LT's that are already ceramic coated and the car is getting built at the moment and I found 2 old rolls of header wrap I had from a few years back and got to thinking... Obviously there are benefits to coating or wrapping headers. But I have never seen one compliment the other. So out of curiosity what do you guys think? Should I give it a shot since the headers are off the car and the wrap is technically free lol? And before someone chimes in with "header wrap looks like ****", save it because that's not what I'm asking. I want to know if anyone believes that doing both will lower IAT's/underhood temps further than just ceramic coating does.
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RE: Wrapping Ceramic Coated Headers
I have a set of JBA LT's that are already ceramic coated and the car is getting built at the moment and I found 2 old rolls of header wrap I had from a few years back and got to thinking... Obviously there are benefits to coating or wrapping headers. But I have never seen one compliment the other. So out of curiosity what do you guys think? Should I give it a shot since the headers are off the car and the wrap is technically free lol? And before someone chimes in with "header wrap looks like ****", save it because that's not what I'm asking. I want to know if anyone believes that doing both will lower IAT's/underhood temps further than just ceramic coating does.
You should be warned though, if you are using Bright Ceramic Coated headers, wrapping them will generally overheat the coating. This will result in the bright being dulled. The coating is still functional; it just won’t ever be “Bright” again. When we know a customer is going to wrap we typically do them in one of the high temp satin colors below. They can be run close to 2000F and not be harmed. Also, you can see a header that was run to lean which shows what will happen to the header after being wrapped.
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Again, it depends on the type of Ceramic Coating. As the Bright overheats the pores open and it begins to rust. It's still going to hold up much longer than non coated so it's probably not an issue. Also, if they are SS it's a non issue as well.
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I don't know who makes a 2500f material, but yes. Mild will work fine with any of the other Ceramic Coatings.
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@CCPCoatings thank you for your sharing your expertise on this subject I feel much more confident in making a decision now armed with your words of wisdom. If I didn't already have my header situation handled I would have loved to do business with you, it seems to me that your very professional with your knowledge on the subject and forthcoming as well. Thanks again!!!
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RE: Wrapping Ceramic Coated Headers
@CCPCoatings thank you for your sharing your expertise on this subject I feel much more confident in making a decision now armed with your words of wisdom. If I didn't already have my header situation handled I would have loved to do business with you, it seems to me that your very professional with your knowledge on the subject and forthcoming as well. Thanks again!!!
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You're absolutely correct Codevo, so long as you're unconcerned with appearance, wrapping Ceramic Coated headers will just increase they’re thermal efficiency. It’s the best of both worlds. We get some customers that do that, usually they plan on wrapping but want to protect the header as well from corrosion.
You should be warned though, if you are using Bright Ceramic Coated headers, wrapping them will generally overheat the coating. This will result in the bright being dulled. The coating is still functional; it just won’t ever be “Bright” again. When we know a customer is going to wrap we typically do them in one of the high temp satin colors below. They can be run close to 2000F and not be harmed. Also, you can see a header that was run to lean which shows what will happen to the header after being wrapped.
New Ceramic Coating
Overheated Ceramic Coating
High Temp Ceramic Coating Options
You should be warned though, if you are using Bright Ceramic Coated headers, wrapping them will generally overheat the coating. This will result in the bright being dulled. The coating is still functional; it just won’t ever be “Bright” again. When we know a customer is going to wrap we typically do them in one of the high temp satin colors below. They can be run close to 2000F and not be harmed. Also, you can see a header that was run to lean which shows what will happen to the header after being wrapped.
New Ceramic Coating
Overheated Ceramic Coating
High Temp Ceramic Coating Options
So back to more research and here I am. Lol After reading your response here it gave me hope. So I am just trying to verify that I read it correctly. The titanium DEi wrap will just dull the ceramic coating and not break it down? I really appreciate your insight and advice. And sorry for the LONG post just to ask a simple question. I just wanted you to have all the info. Lol