Ceramic Header Coatings

[Inka]

Hi everyone,

Does anyone have experience with ceramic coating headers? I searched and found one thread that was favorable, but I wanted to throw the question out again to see what kind of feedback I got.

For those that have used ceramic coatings, where you happy with it, did you have any problems with it, etc? Also, is anyone aware of an alternative to ceramic coatings?

Thanks,

Robert

[Modifier]

I used JetHot on my Alfa headers and have been really happy with it. It has held up for over a year now and still looks like the day I installed them. The car is not my daily driver though. Also have used a local powder coater that ceramic coats on another set - while they have held up, the shine went away slightly - still worth the cost savings. Check around for a powder coater in your area that might do it.

[BLUNT]

my s14 header is jetcoated and it looks nice. 3500 miles and its just slightly less shiny than new. no problems so far

[TTyMiller]

Mine still looks brand new, I would certainy recomend the process

[Inka]

Thanks for the feedback guys.

Has anyone had to repair a coated header? I would imagine that must be a nightmare.

Thanks again,

Robert

[TTyMiller]

I think that once it is coated you can't do anywelds etc. I could be wrong but I think this is what I have read in the past.

[jgerock]

Jet Hot is my choice. Both my VW header (10+ years ago) and my tii manifold and down-pipe have been done by them.

[Inka]

Great feedback, thanks everyone!

[John_in_VA]

that purportedly started Jet-Hot, sold it & started this new group. Try searching his Project pages for details (or try a forum search).

[Ian]

Also check out Swaintech (www.swaintech.com). Not pretty like Jethot, but better at insulating heat.

Ian

'76 M2

[BLUNT]

that purportedly started Jet-Hot, sold it & started this new group. Try searching his Project pages for details (or try a forum search).

airborne coatings maybe?

[ClayW]

My 02 Again manifold it ceramic coated....I love it. I can't give you any numbers, but it looks great!