Irv:
Header wrap is also a fire hazard; It will burn very nicely if
you get oil on it, and can take out an engine compartment or an entire
car. Not recommended for street, and it is ugly to boot.
Ceramic coating is the only way to go; Looks great, prevents rust,
reduces heat, and it is fireproof. Had it on the headers on my
Z-28, and I have decided I will never do another set of headers without it.
Ciao,
Vance
-----Original Message-----
From: Irv Korey [mailto:emanteno@attglobal.net]
Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 4:20 PM
To: Jim Jones; 6pack
Subject: Re: reducing underhood heat
At 05:16 PM 8/25/03 -0500, Jim Jones wrote:
>Hi 6-Packers!
>
>My '72 has headers in place of the cast exhaust manifold. I'm concerned that
>the extra heat is overheating my carbs and intake air. Do you recommend
>wrapping the headers in insulating wrap, or should I look at installing a heat
>shield? Any thoughts??
Heat shield. Header wrap causes the headers to rot out faster.
Irv Korey
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