We received a question recently from a reader asking us the question of if he should have his headers hi temp coated or he should wrap them in a high temp exhaust wrap we thought this would be an excellent time to write an article explaining which one is.
Ceramic coating vs heat wrap.
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Heat wrap thoughts.
Coating has better reliability and durability and wrap has better heat holding.
Dei s titanium wrap is resistant to chemicals and will retain its original color for the life of the wrap which can be three to five years.
The insulating properties of header wrap will help the scavenging process even more because unlike ceramic the material used in header wraps don t retain heat on the surface.
Even before delivery some take their new car for applying ceramic coating.
Should i coat or wrap my exhaust.
Ceramic coatings and header wraps are a sure way to add horsepower and a performance attitude to your motor.
However ceramic coatings do have their strength particularly in terms of the hydrophobic surface they create.
I m going to remove my.
Even better this highly specialized insulation blocks intense engine heat that can rob your ride of horsepower and damage engine components.
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I do not want my pipes to rust or crack what is the real difference in heat holding between the two.
Despite the wild claims of some manufacturers and installers a ceramic coating does not eliminate the risk of rock chips scratches swirl marks and water spots.
A ceramic coating does not have that ability.
Ending the debate of high temp coatings vs exhaust heat wrap.
Ceramic coating is a clear coat which includes a liquid.