In a message dated 1/11/2007 6:55:50 P.M. Mountain Standard Time,
Bobbyhotrods@comcast.net writes:
List, I don't recall a thread on this.
I designed and made my turbo header subscribing to the hot-as-possible
theory (heavy 321SS). Now I'm thinking the thing will be crazy hot in the puny
engine bay, especially with no fan, and I should think about wrapping it.
What should I know about wrapping insulation around the thing? What should I
use, and how is it best secured? Thanks, BJ
Hi Bobby
I forgot, soak the header wrap in water for a few minutes before wrapping
it. It makes it more pliable and will mold to the shape of the pipes better.
Wrap it on lightly so it touches the pipe everywhere.
In addition to bailing wire to hold it on, they sell stainless header
clamps. They are similar to plastic wire ties only stainless. They are sweet
but
relatively expensive. They do look and work good though. You could use radiator
clamps also. Typically you only need one at the end of each wrapping as you
overlap the start of the wrap.
Otto
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