I just went to Oreileys auto parts and they ordered me a set of factory gaskets. They were 10$ for a set of two. The header bolts I went to, and dare I say it, PEP BOYS.... And they have an entire section of bolts. The ones that fit are the
5/8 16 - 1 (ratchet size, thread size, length of bolt)
I got my obx headers put on and I got a cheap gasket and it blew about 4 months later. I got me a nice aluminum felpro set now so we'll see how well that 40$ was spent
From reading all the pages on here, this is what I have gleaned about what I am going to do. I just ordered my set of headers and;
First = Get a Jet Hot ceramic coating and I don't see why it would be any different than the TM headers.
Second = Get good quality one piece gaskets! Whatever you think that brand might be.
Third = Get ARP bolts or good quality low and small head bolts.
Fourth = Upgrade my plug wires to the ceramic boot style since they will be in such tight and close proximity. And also wire loom connectors to keep my wires routed correctly and from burning on the pipes as well. Possibly some fiberglass sleeves for the wires at some tight and critical areas.
Does anybody else have any other suggestions to add or change? Thanks in advance!!
I gotta ask...How does one go about getting ceramic coating on headers ? Like do you go to a paint shop and ask them to do that ?
I gotta ask...How does one go about getting ceramic coating on headers ? Like do you go to a paint shop and ask them to do that ?
I got my obx headers put on and I got a cheap gasket and it blew about 4 months later. I got me a nice aluminum felpro set now so we'll see how well that 40$ was spent
To be honest, Cerakote offers an air dry product that might work for the DIY. Just be aware you have one shot at it though. It should not be applied over a dried light area, you have to get it good the first coat. The surface should be media blasted also. Preferably with glass beads, but a good crushed garnet will work too. As long as you leave no dust behind. Scotch brite afterward and a final blow should leave a very clean surface. I think if you have a good air paint gun you should give it a go. Hit the tight spots first.
To get the "chrome" jet hot finish though , it will have to go to jet hot for sure.
http://www.cerakoteguncoatings.com/
Do you have any personal experience with this diy stuff? I may not use it on my pipes but there are some other things I might try it on.
Do not buy these headers. I have encountered many quality issues. The final one that has me completely frustrated is that the EGR tube included was built too short.
This is after I have taken the headers out twice to first bang all the tubes that interfered and made impossible to put bolts into the heads straight. The second time I had to grind down the flange since it did not have enough clearance to allow a socket to go around spark plug to tighten.
I thought it's was too short as well. It's not...