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Old 04-14-2009, 07:44 AM
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Well I, for one, would never even think of doing such a thing. Maura, after repeatedly frying the back of my ankle, I now carry a welding blanket in the car. Mostly for my passengers, as I don't really care all that much about me (but I do use it, when I can remember to reach behind the seat and pull it out). I also put them over the pipes when I pull in somewhere (like a car show) where there is the possibility that little kids will run up and touch them before I can stop them. My ceramic pipes cool down within a few minutes, but initially they can be upwards of 400 degrees.



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Old 04-14-2009, 08:09 AM
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I don't know of any business that sells welding supplies near me (not that they don't exist, I just don't know about them). Anyway, what would be a good place to pick up a welding blanket?
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Old 04-14-2009, 08:16 AM
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I don't know of any business that sells welding supplies near me (not that they don't exist, I just don't know about them). Anyway, what would be a good place to pick up a welding blanket?
That one that you see in my hand is called the "Velvet Shield" and I got it from toolfetch.com
http://www.toolfetch.com/Brand/Stein...s/STI31646.htm
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Did you buy 2 of them (one for each side), or buy one and cut it in half?
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Old 04-14-2009, 08:32 AM
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Did you buy 2 of them (one for each side), or buy one and cut it in half?
I bought one and then cut it with scissors. It's very easy to cut.
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Thanks. I'll order one and do the same.
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The side pipe temp is about 400F, closer to the engine where the headers are is about 700F.
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http://www.thepipesarehot.com/sleeveimg2.html

http://www.backdraftparts.com/shopexd.asp?id=68

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The side pipe temp is about 400F, closer to the engine where the headers are is about 700F.
The last really good burn I got was from the aluminum radiator tube that heads over to the surge tank. No, it doesn't get to 400 degrees, but it will burn the crap out of your forearm if you're thinking about something else when you stick your arm down the front of the engine.
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Summit sells the Velvet Shield in a 4' x 6' sheet, which is enough to do a couple of cars. Cut a piece as long as your seat, fasten it under the rail (or the seat if it's bolted to the floor) roll it out and cut it off at the bottom of the pipe. Roll it up and stow it between the seat and the body. If your carpet is black you won't even notice it.
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Does anyone have any ideas as far as removing burnt nylon from the side pipes? I have been told that "easy off" is not a good option.
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Old 04-14-2009, 12:04 PM
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Does anyone have any ideas as far as removing burnt nylon from the side pipes? I have been told that "easy off" is not a good option.
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I had burned-skin stains on my ceramic coated pipes <seriously>. It was more noticable than you would think, too. Surprisingly, 409 Spray Cleaner removed the nasty skin stains and left no after marks.


EDIT -- BTW, somebody is bound to suggest lacquer thinner. Over the years I've seen competing posts when it comes to lacquer thinner and ceramic coated pipes. Some say it works great for cleaning them up, some say it ruins the finish. I'd like to know what the true answer is.

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patrickt and CobraDan...Thanks.
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a little canola oil either on the skin or pipes helps in the detachment phase.
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well heres proof it does burn skin...my niece. and she was a trooper about it.
Still sucks though.
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Was that burn with or without sidepipe heat shields? I wonder if they work well enough to reduce the risk of such burns? My shields do get pretty hot but feel more like hot coffee in a thin cup. Then again, I have no very long runs in the car yet.
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well heres proof it does burn skin...my niece. and she was a trooper about it.
Here's what you use. It's magic goo....

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that burn was without shields.
she is short (obviously) and got out resting her leg momentarily on the pipe..about 5 min later she says"uncle....the cobra bit me" poor thing ...NEVER again! ran cold water on it for 15 min and then she went home with Dad...this is the picture from the next day
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I almost always wear shorts in the Cobra, That way I feel the heat before I get the burn It has worked for 8 years with no burn
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Opening the hood latches is also how I got bitten...wearing shorts that day. Also, melted the sleeve a fleece jacket checking under the car one day.
Opening the hood latches after a drive was my method of getting broken in. Wasn't paying close attention, but I think I will in the future.
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