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03-10-2011, 02:27 AM
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Joined the OBX header crew -Pics- Just came in and had to post my own pics.
Impressions:
-Not super impressed with the welds but thats what I do for a living so that can be expected.
-Looks to be quality
-But the price is right. Nuff said
Impressions:
-Not super impressed with the welds but thats what I do for a living so that can be expected.
-Looks to be quality
-But the price is right. Nuff said
03-10-2011, 03:03 AM
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We will c. I've heard it all depends on ur motor mounts. Some clear some dont. I will be getting some type of aftermarket mounts since mine are bad. Thinking Creative Steel motor/trans mount.
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03-10-2011, 12:18 PM
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409 SS exhaust plumbing under the work truck (factory Ford) shows zero signs of perforation, cracks, etc.
Maybe he got the uncoated mild steel version.
03-10-2011, 01:55 PM
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In past cars ive seen friends with OBX and they have almost all had some sort of issue. Mostly Cracking welds at the flange or rust. So this doesnt surprise me too much.
Its the old addage. You get what you pay for.
Its the old addage. You get what you pay for.
07-31-2011, 10:48 AM
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If they are turning brown and have developed a crusty appearing surface, then they are 409 stainless steel which is a waste to polish. If they are still somewhat shiny and have turned different shades of blue to gold, then they are 304 stainless.
jj z28 please post a pic?
jj z28 please post a pic?
07-31-2011, 03:24 PM
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Take a magnet to it and it'll tell you right away if it's the cheaper 409, 421, etc. or the better 3xx series (for corrosion). 3xx series is non magnetic...
Also, that collector area almost looks like they didn't use SS rod in the welds, but could just be the light. And yeah, the welds don't look too impressive, but this is a $400 chinese product, so can't expect much
Another way SS can rust is if somebody used a scotchbrite pad or wire brush (let's say) that they had previous used on a ferrous metal (i.e. steel), or if it wasn't annealed, or whatnot...
That product is so questionable (to me), I'm sure they used the cheapest metal (despite their claims, which don't even make sense), fillers and jigs they possibly could, so don't be surprised if you run into issues...I mean, I hope that's not the case for you, but just sayin'...
Also, that collector area almost looks like they didn't use SS rod in the welds, but could just be the light. And yeah, the welds don't look too impressive, but this is a $400 chinese product, so can't expect much
Another way SS can rust is if somebody used a scotchbrite pad or wire brush (let's say) that they had previous used on a ferrous metal (i.e. steel), or if it wasn't annealed, or whatnot...
That product is so questionable (to me), I'm sure they used the cheapest metal (despite their claims, which don't even make sense), fillers and jigs they possibly could, so don't be surprised if you run into issues...I mean, I hope that's not the case for you, but just sayin'...
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07-31-2011, 06:06 PM
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NO, YOU ARE WRONG. Yes, 304 is not magnetic, but once you bend it or weld on it, it becomes magnetized. I work for an exhaust manufacturer and run into this everyday.
Also, your scotch brite and wire brush thing is wrong, wrong, wrong.
Also, your scotch brite and wire brush thing is wrong, wrong, wrong.
Take a magnet to it and it'll tell you right away if it's the cheaper 409, 421, etc. or the better 3xx series (for corrosion). 3xx series is non magnetic...
Also, that collector area almost looks like they didn't use SS rod in the welds, but could just be the light. And yeah, the welds don't look too impressive, but this is a $400 chinese product, so can't expect much
Another way SS can rust is if somebody used a scotchbrite pad or wire brush (let's say) that they had previous used on a ferrous metal (i.e. steel), or if it wasn't annealed, or whatnot...
That product is so questionable (to me), I'm sure they used the cheapest metal (despite their claims, which don't even make sense), fillers and jigs they possibly could, so don't be surprised if you run into issues...I mean, I hope that's not the case for you, but just sayin'...
Also, that collector area almost looks like they didn't use SS rod in the welds, but could just be the light. And yeah, the welds don't look too impressive, but this is a $400 chinese product, so can't expect much
Another way SS can rust is if somebody used a scotchbrite pad or wire brush (let's say) that they had previous used on a ferrous metal (i.e. steel), or if it wasn't annealed, or whatnot...
That product is so questionable (to me), I'm sure they used the cheapest metal (despite their claims, which don't even make sense), fillers and jigs they possibly could, so don't be surprised if you run into issues...I mean, I hope that's not the case for you, but just sayin'...