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07-16-2013, 09:00 PM
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Join Date: May 2013
Location: Concord
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HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
Got a question for you all. Header wrap has anyone ever had it catch on fire. Mine did today I was ale to blow it out, but now I'm concerned. I've run my truck a good bite with no problems. but today when I shut it off it sounded like it was trying to backfire before the engine stop running. I had the hood rised and when I looked down I saw the header wrap near the oil filter on fire. Anyway just wanted to see if anyone else has had any bad experience with it themselves. Thanks
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07-16-2013, 09:10 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Salem, OR
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
I've had a 350 and a 454 with wrapped headers, never had any issues. I am completely Pro for header wrap - it looks awesome and does a great job keeping the heat where it's supposed to be.
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07-16-2013, 09:33 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Vancouver Washington
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
I header wrapped mine and I think as long as you seal it with the high temp silicon spray so the flammables don't absorb into the wrap you will be good. At least that is what I am banking on. First fire up tomorrow.
 
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07-16-2013, 10:11 PM
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 Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: ON, Canada
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
The main problem with header wrap on street vehicles is that it causes pipes to rust out.
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07-20-2013, 07:24 PM
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
Quote:
x2 on that one.
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07-20-2013, 09:22 PM
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Location: Rathdrum, Idaho
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
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07-20-2013, 10:33 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Maple Valley, WA
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
They rust out from the moisture in the air plus any puddles you hit or car wash you go thru. I would only use them in a drag racing app.
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07-21-2013, 06:54 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Independence,KS
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Re: HEADER WRAP? Pros & Cons
Almost all header manufacturers will void any warranty if their headers are wrapped.
The most common mistake made is most do not install it correctly.. I agree that the wrap should be used for racing applications only. |
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