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Re: Exhaust Wrap

To: GuyotLeonF@aol.com
Subject: Re: Exhaust Wrap
From: Susan and John Roper <vscjohn@huntnet.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Jan 2000 16:30:25 -0600
Leon, I have used the wrap but don't recommend it.  It is nasty stuff to 
install,
looks bad , and has a reputation for causing headers to crack.  Here in the US
ceramic coating like JETHOT is much preferable, though it will not reduce heat
transfer as well as the wrap does.  John

GuyotLeonF@aol.com wrote:

> Friends,
>
> I am thinking of applying heat proof wrap to my exhaust manifolding/headers,
> and am wondering if any of you have used such stuff, which type you have had
> success with?
>
> The object is to reduce the temperature of the air under bonnet/hood which is
> heading for my intake ports...
>
> The advertising bumpf says "reduces under bonnet temperatures up to 70%."
> The manufacturer is Design Engineering Inc, which I assume is American.
> It is available in 1" wide x 50 feet, 2" wide by 50 feet, and 6" wide by 100
> feet.
>
> Your opinions are as ever priceless...
>
> Léon F Guyot
>
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> 1963 Triumph Vitesse 2-Litre Convertible
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