Ceramic Coating

[Flash]

I was thinking about having my exhaust manifold ceramic coated since all the metal has lost its beautiful natural color.
How hot do tubular manifolds generally get? Will I be safe if I get a coating that protect up to 1300 degrees?

 

[AndrewD5418]

You'd be better off properly wraping a tubular manifold.

 

[snowborder714]

I would say look at this site (http://www.jet-hot.com/Pages/coatings.html) and maybe contact them and see what they say. I would go as high as you can in temp rating just to be safe. I have read about a bunch of people that have gotten the 2000 from Jet-Hot. Then I would also wrap the manifold using one of the tech articles.

 

[Locke]

You'd be better off properly wraping a tubular manifold.

Wrapping a tubular manifold has lead to questionable longevity issues, and it is widely accepted that ceramic coatings, while being more expensive, are the safer route to go. Keep this in mind, OP.

Although, many people have wrapped their headers will little to no ill side effects. If you do use a header wrap, follow the procedure outlined in Tech Articles, for peace of mind.

 

[Flash]

I actually have been in contact with Jet-Hot, regarding just the pricing.

 

[blcknspo0ln]

Mind sharing the price quote? I have been thinking of doing my manifold,turbine housing, and o2 with some jethot2000 also.

 

[synthetek]

I had a 2000+ degree ceramic coating done on my manifold & o2 housing. 1300 is too low your cruising EGTs are probably higher than 1300.

 

[TALONTRAX]

I used Jet-hot for my tubular header, & it burned off after 2 months. I ported my stock 2G manifold & painted it with VHT flameproof manifold paint & it`s been over a year with no fading at all. I think the header gets too hot, & the ceramic coatings cannot withstand the extreme heat . . .

 

[prostreetdsmx1]

I love ceramic coating. We use a company called G&T in Fredericksburg (VA) and he has done ALL of my turbos kits and manifolds. Amazing coating that holds up awesome. The best part is the SUPER fast cool down. 10 of sitting and it's all cool to the touch.

 

[turbosax2]

I used Jet-hot for my tubular header, & it burned off after 2 months. I ported my stock 2G manifold & painted it with VHT flameproof manifold paint & it`s been over a year with no fading at all. I think the header gets too hot, & the ceramic coatings cannot withstand the extreme heat . . .

Just curious, which Jet-hot option did you choose - 1300, extreme sterling, or 2000?

 

[TALONTRAX]

I think at the time, 2000 was not available yet, & I believe I went with the sterling process. It didn`t make it through the summer before it began to flake off -

 

[snowborder714]

I love ceramic coating. We use a company called G&T in Fredericksburg (VA) and he has done ALL of my turbos kits and manifolds. Amazing coating that holds up awesome. The best part is the SUPER fast cool down. 10 of sitting and it's all cool to the touch.

Could you post their contact info? I'd be curious to talk to them (since they're pretty close) and see how they compare to other companies. It's always good to hear of places supporting vendors recommend!

 

[JFZERO ECLIPSE]

It's very easy to search

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G&T High Performance Coatings
101 Juliad Ct Ste 116p
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Phone: (540) 752 6133
Fax: (540) 752 6135
Toll Free: (866) 305 0073

 

[snowborder714]

It's very easy to search

All of 1 minute...Just playin'

G&T High Performance Coatings
101 Juliad Ct Ste 116p
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Phone: (540) 752 6133
Fax: (540) 752 6135
Toll Free: (866) 305 0073

Thanks!

 

[Strm Trpr]

Try these guys out. <a href = http://www.performancecoatings.com/headercoatings.html>Performance Coatings</a>
They have several different colors to choose from that can handle 2000*F.
Be sure to check out all of their different coatings.