Re: Headers too close to lots of things
[Re: domingo]
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01/28/13 08:09 PM
01/28/13 08:09 PM
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Leon441
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Don't know about catching fire but it will definately melt the blanket. Don't ask how I know.
I have a set of headers with the wrap all over several tubes. Just can't figure why the headers where not built around the tight spots. Especially the #3 tube. Could have went over the steering rod and made things easier all the way around. Now I have to pull the column to get the #3-5 tube set out.
Leon
Career best 8.02 @ 169 at 3050# and 10" tires small block power.
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Re: Headers too close to lots of things
[Re: domingo]
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01/28/13 08:13 PM
01/28/13 08:13 PM
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DusterDave
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Domingo, here's how close my fitting was to my headers. It didn't hurt anything. Tight clearances is part of the game with a stock chassis HEMI powered A-body. I would replace the blanket with a carbon fiber trans shield.
Gone to the dark side with an LS3 powered '57 Chevy 210
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Re: Headers too close to lots of things
[Re: domingo]
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01/28/13 09:04 PM
01/28/13 09:04 PM
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DaveRS23
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I am using insulation in one form or another at a number of points that the headers are really close to. Like the brake lines, starter cable, steering box, speedo cable, etc.
I don't know yet how much it will help (if any) but it can't hurt to keep as much heat as possible from those items.
I have gotten several really cool foil backed insulation sleeves from the pick a part yard off of late model wrecks. It is cheap and it looks like it is custom made for my job.
Master, again and still
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Re: Headers too close to lots of things
[Re: domingo]
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01/28/13 09:32 PM
01/28/13 09:32 PM
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MR_P_BODY
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Thankls for the replies.....
Any thoughts on the brake fluid being exposed to header heat? Should I re-route the brake lines away from header and exhaust heat?
Keep the heat away from the brake lines... you wont like what happens when the fluid boils... wrap the pipes if needed
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