Looks like the word is getting out on how much of a bang for buck these headers are. :cheers:
yes sir !
No concerns of temps nor I have noticed increasing temps which would also translate into higher IATs, CHTs etc.
More than short term problems like intake and cilinder I'm worried about long term damage to peripheral components like cables soaking in the additional radiant heat from the bare SS tubes.
Practice common safety precautions and make sure nothing is touching the manifolds (which is still something to look out for even with the factory manifolds). Any wiring/cabling near by is wrapped in heat resistant shielding. I also used high temp grill paint (2500* engine paint works too) which helps out with heat as well. I've seen ceramic headers also rust. High CHTs and IATs can potentially cause "long term damage" and reduced performance too. Heat is wasted energy that is best kept down as much as possible.
Incorrect, the DNA/Speed Daddy Headers are also 16 gauge (T-304 Stainless). BBK is the thin stuff. BBK uses mild steel for their base header and their ceramic coated units aren't much more impressive IMHO. See post here: http://www.fastfordmuscle.com/index.php/topic/209-thoughts-on-bbk-shorty-headers/page-10#entry10122 Does that look like quality metal to you? Either way they all will work well with the stock MLS gasket. Maybe their Quality Assurance varies, either way I just refuse to pay excessive prices for shorty headers with that type of workmanship and nasty welds. Hope this helps.jperls said:
