How much does it cost to Cerakote a header?
| All prices below are estimates only. Prices are subject to change upon inspection. The price minimum for any job is $50. | |
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| V8 Long Tube Headers | $275.00-$325.00 pair |
| V8 Short Tube Headers | $250.00-$275.00 pair |
| V8 Cast Exhaust Manifolds | $175.00-$185.00 pair |
| V6 Long Tube Headers | $225.00-$235.00 pair |
Are ceramic coated headers better?
A ceramic header coating also provides protection against the corrosive materials in the exhaust. Ceramic is a highly durable substance that resists corrosion and stands up to a large amount of abuse. Properly coated headers are thus much more durable than the thinner pipes of uncoated headers.
Do ceramic coated headers reduce heat?
High-temperature ceramic coatings are designed to prevent corrosion of items that are prone to high heat. In fact, they can withstand constant exposure to temperatures up to1000+ degrees c. When applied correctly, high-temperature coating will produce a hard finish that is resistant to chipping and rust – or corrosion.
Does Cerakote reduce heat?
Thermal Barriers Cerakote™ Thermal Barrier products significantly reduce heat transfer of components that operate at elevated temperatures. These coatings are used extensively in the automotive, commercial truck, heavy equipment and performance racing industries.
Are Kooks headers ceramic coated?
These headers are coated with Jet-Hot’s proven high temp ceramic metallic coating after being designed and produced by Kooks. Exhausts produced by Kooks are best in class for horsepower and torque gains.
Are ceramic coated headers worth the money?
Are ceramic coatings worth it? An average coating job will cost between $200 and $300 for a set of headers. In the end this is well worth the cost. You will see performance gains, reduce costly damage, and get a look that will last a long time.
Which headers last the longest?
In terms of durability and corrosion resistance, stainless wins over mild-steel headers that are coated only externally with ceramic. Headers coated inside and out with ceramic should last just this side of forever, or at least comparable to stainless.
Should you paint headers?
The paint is only intended to protect the metal before it’s installed. Once the headers are installed and ran, the paint will burn off. High Temp Painted Headers are available. However, in most cases, you will need to strip the shipping paint and apply your own High Temp Paint to protect the headers.
What temperature is Cerakote good for?
Formulated to withstand temperatures up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, the Cerakote high temperature ceramic coatings outperform all other high temperature coatings in the most extreme environments.
Is Cerakote high temperature?
Ceramic Coatings are designed to protect both metal and non-metal substrates. Additionally, the C-Series Ambient-Cure Ceramic Coatings are formulated to withstand extreme temperatures (~1200F) without discoloring. This makes the coating ideal for exhausts, pistons and other components for high temperature systems.