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Old 08-11-2003, 04:24 PM
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hey what do you guys think about header wrap, my truck is really hot under the hood, and i would like to wrap my headers, is it bad for the headers?
 
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Old 08-11-2003, 04:56 PM
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If it is a daily dirver. condensation will buil up and rot the headers out.
 
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Old 08-11-2003, 07:19 PM
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Exactly... I would recommend NOT doing it.
 
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Old 08-11-2003, 07:23 PM
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I assume that all the proper checks have been made that EGTs are in line for this motor. High exhaust temps cause real problems with headers as they radiate the heat more effectively.
If you have problems with timing, mixture, or valves your EGTs will be higher than expected resulting in increased underhood temps - IMO.
 
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Old 08-11-2003, 11:20 PM
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thanks guys
 
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