Date:         Tue, 10 Jul 2001 18:09:29 EDT
Reply-To:     CMathis227@AOL.COM
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From:         Chuck Mathis <CMathis227@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Reducing exhaust heat extends the life of water hoses.
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You should be aware that the manufacturers of most exhaust wrap products have
a disclaimer on their boxes that use of the product will void header
manufacturers warranties.  The Pegasus Racing catalog specifically states
that wrapping will reduce header life span.  I don't know (yet) how this will
be affected by ceramic coatings or paint.

Also, the manufacturers recommend that the wrap be painted once it is in
place and dried.

Chuck
'85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo'

In a message dated 7/10/01 10:53:56 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:


> <<<do you know if it extends the life of the exhaust pipes?  now that would
> really be something if it could reduce the rusting out of the exhaust
> pipes.>>>
>
>
> If you remove the pipes, paint them with a good paint (even have then
> ceramic
> coated) and then wrap them, the paint might not burn off and then be better
> able to protect the pipes.
>
> If your pipes are rusty to begin with, removing them and painting and
> wrapping them can extend the life.
>
> Robert
>



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