the real thing that might help is ceramic coating the pipe which some have done. it does help so i hear.

 

The Ceramic coating does help...but I can tell you first hand the difference isn't as nearly as noticable as the wrap. But it sure does look nice [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

 

My leg gets burnt too. Worst is going through a puddle and the water hits the exhaust and splashes on your leg. No more shorts for me!!! Learned the hard way.

 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: HIGHOCTANE

The Ceramic coating does help...but I can tell you first hand the difference isn't as nearly as noticable as the wrap. But it sure does look nice [img][/img]</end quote></div>

I must try the heat tape.... going to look online right now to find some!

 

For anyone interested i got price quote from Jet Hot.

JET-HOT is the number one supplier of ceramic coated headers in the world. We invented this coating and have over 20 years of experience in the science of engine exhaust technologies. We also want to let you know that we just sent you, by priority mail, information that should help you make your decision. You should have this within a few days. This packet contains several independent technical articles, a JET-HOT 20 page brochure, and a video.

We'd charge $135.00 to coat your parts inside and outside in the 1300 Sterling finish. Add $60 for the matte black, semi gloss black, and grey. Add $60 for blue and red (only available in NC). We'll need them here for 5-7 days plus shipping time back. If the parts are chrome or nickel plated, add $50 to the total and 2 days for stripping. Return shipping with a new box and new packaging would be about $.34.00

Technical benefits for the 1300 Sterling are as follows: Looks great, reduces under-hood temperatures by 50 degrees Fahrenheit and more, keeps pipes about 300ºF cooler, gives you 1-3% extra horsepower, extends average header life by at least 10 times, and improves safety in an accident by reducing the probability of fire-balling. It is also very easy to keep clean. If you use one of the other 1300 colors, they perform as well, but are not as cleanable. As mentioned above we will send you our full information package to get you all the coating benefits in greater detail.

If you upgrade to the EXTREME STERLING you get a coating that will stay shiny 200ºF higher than Sterling, and take a maximum temperature of 1700ºF, though it does have an orange-peel texture compared to 1300 Sterling. It will also provide an estimated 100ºF more of insulation and carries a 5 year warranty. It is recommended for low boost turbo and supercharged vehicles, and lean running EFI cars. Cost is $50 more, and takes an extra 2-3 days to process.

Finally we offer JET-HOT 2000. It does not provide as much insulation as the 1300 Sterling, but this coating can take temperatures up to 2400 degrees. The 2000 only comes in a flat black, blue or grey finish and has a rough texture on the outside (like 150 grit sandpaper). The Jet Hot 2000 runs $100 more than the sterling silver finish. This coating takes 2 days longer than the sterling silver process. We suggest JET-HOT 2000 for set ups with large shots of nitrous, high boost turbo and superchargers, motorhomes and towing vehicles.

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: mtnhiker19

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: HIGHOCTANE



The Ceramic coating does help...but I can tell you first hand the difference isn't as nearly as noticable as the wrap. But it sure does look nice [IMG][/IMG]</end quote></div>



I must try the heat tape.... going to look online right now to find some!</end quote></div>

It's actually called header wrap,heat taape is different and won't work. Autozone or Advance sell it. You will the need metal ties as well,or you can also use safety wire, which is alot cheaper, to secure it.
Here is an example:
http://store.summitracing.com/...18557+115&autoview=sku

 

[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-frown.gif[/img]Yep, the first time I wore shorts my 600 gave me a nice silver dollar size burn right there too, now if I wear shorts, I just wrap a moist cold towel with some duct tape around my lower right calf area. I'm diabetic so I dont need any more burns!!

 

Here is a picture of the header wrap. I just wrapped the short section that is exposed. I then sprayed it with paint that is made specifically for waterproofing header wrap. Isn't exactly pretty but it works very well.

 

whats the story with the pipes rusting? Someone on here said their pipes rusted cuz that wrap holds water.

 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Koerbs

whats the story with the pipes rusting? Someone on here said their pipes rusted cuz that wrap holds water.</end quote></div>

I guess that's what the waterproof paint is for.