BIG_MIKE2005

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Is it worth the time & extra work/money? I am lookin at a set of stainless Hooker Super Comp LT's & was thinkin bout wrapin them from half way down the runners to about 1" from the flanges to the ORY. Would this help, hurt, or be a waste of time. They would still look shinny from above but be wraped & heat sprayed black underneath the car. Figured it might help w/temperatures & help to protect the lower part of the headers from the elements.

Doc

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ceramic coating wtg

LS1Maniac

Header wrap just traps moisture inside the wrap and rusts out your headers faster. It's not worth the minimal heat reduction it provides.

BIG_MIKE2005

iTrader: (116)

ok, i was just curious. I figured the wrap might just be a big sales pitch by its makers.
Wouldnt stainless be just fine without worring bout rust without ceramic coating it?

Lithium

iTrader: (47)

Stainless wont rust. Well it may over a long period of time, but it will outlast the life of your car. So the coating is not necessary with stainless headers.