In article , Scott writes:


Thanks everybody for the replies. .

It sounds like the wrap does work but would require extra attention for
inspection of cracks. Does it stick to the pipes? Can I remove it
every annual or every other annual to inspect the exhaust pipes?

I have heard about ceramic coating the pipes. Can this be done after
they have been used for a few hundred hours? Also once they are coated,
does the ceramic interfere when repairing them, ie..welding a crack?

thanks,

Scott



I don't know about removal of the wrap but would suspect that it will not go
back on as easily once removed. Just a guess.

My understanding of the ceramic coating is that it can be applied even after
the pipes have been used for a while since the pipes are normally bead blasted
before application to ensure that a good bond is achieved. I would recommend
that it be done before use though. I am not too sure about the repair aspect
but don't believe it would cause any problems.


Bob Reed
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