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PalmerGA · 06-17-2016, 07:02 AM

I'm sure some have wrapped their headers to keep from possibly having issues with melting connections, wires, hoses, etc., and I'm thinking about doing it. When I installed my Stainless Power LT headers last week I made sure to zip-tie the O2 sensor harnesses well away from the headers, but I'm a little concerned about the plug wires - some of them are really close to the header pipe. (Photo is worst case, #3 cylinder plug rubber is about 1/4" from header)

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Should I be concerned? Should I install some wrap just to be safe? What have others done with their SP LT headers? (I'm specifying that I have SP LTs because I realize different brands have different configurations and may have no issue at all). Thanks for any input.

christianchevell · 06-17-2016, 07:05 AM

nothing to worry about usually, you can twist the top connector to actually angle the wire away from the headers on the worst ones that seem to be closer to the headers on mine its number 3 cylinder....

havelegs · 06-17-2016, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christianchevell

nothing to worry about usually, you can twist the top connector to actually angle the wire away from the headers on the worst ones that seem to be closer to the headers on mine its number 3 cylinder....

I did this with mine to snug the cable up and it helped.

rberns · 06-17-2016, 09:41 AM

maybe see about a sleeve protector for the wire instead of wrapping the headers.

wrtowman · 06-17-2016, 09:46 AM

http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/manufa...ls9-tay-ti0122

Add the TR55 in the drop down if you feel like its time for plugs. These wires have the perfect 135* boot angle for header clearance and the socks are added protection from the extra header heat.

hammdo · 06-17-2016, 09:48 AM

^^^^

This

-Don

CGbambam · 06-17-2016, 10:59 AM

Or ceramic coat them and keep your engine bay cooler

Soybeanrice · 06-17-2016, 11:43 AM

I had the same problem OP. I ended up getting some taylor wires. Wires are wires, so if you can find a solution with the stockers, do it.

Soybeanrice · 06-17-2016, 11:48 AM

Also, I would like someone to chime in about heat wrap... I read that its not a good idea because youll cause heat fatigue anywhere the wrap isnt even. Can someone verify if this is real or wack? Thanks..

JusticePete · 06-17-2016, 11:52 AM

Thermal Management

Controlling under hood temperatures is mission critical. Coat, wrap and or foil.

JDP Sales · 06-17-2016, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrtowman

http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/manufa...ls9-tay-ti0122

Add the TR55 in the drop down if you feel like its time for plugs. These wires have the perfect 135* boot angle for header clearance and the socks are added protection from the extra header heat.

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hammdo · 06-17-2016, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

Thermal Management

Controlling under hood temperatures is mission critical. Coat, wrap and or foil.

And vent the hood ;o)

-Don

PalmerGA · 06-19-2016, 06:49 AM

Thanks for the advice everyone.

I really don't like the idea of wrapping the headers - was concerned about the uneven heat flow.

No way I'm ceramic coating. The time has passed for that. Now that I've got those headers on they are NOT coming off.

Think I'll check with JDP about the "socks".

havelegs · 06-19-2016, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hammdo

And vent the hood ;o)

-Don

you can remove the water shield from the vent hood for a lot more heat escape. if you know its going to rain or wash your car you can put the shield back in easily.

06-17-2016, 07:02 AM	#1
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Heat Wrap for Headers? I'm sure some have wrapped their headers to keep from possibly having issues with melting connections, wires, hoses, etc., and I'm thinking about doing it. When I installed my Stainless Power LT headers last week I made sure to zip-tie the O2 sensor harnesses well away from the headers, but I'm a little concerned about the plug wires - some of them are really close to the header pipe. (Photo is worst case, #3 cylinder plug rubber is about 1/4" from header) Should I be concerned? Should I install some wrap just to be safe? What have others done with their SP LT headers? (I'm specifying that I have SP LTs because I realize different brands have different configurations and may have no issue at all). Thanks for any input. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

06-17-2016, 07:05 AM	#2
christianchevell old school chevy rodder Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Manual,DM exhaust,CRT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,588 View My Garage	nothing to worry about usually, you can twist the top connector to actually angle the wire away from the headers on the worst ones that seem to be closer to the headers on mine its number 3 cylinder.... __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10, Sunroof, Data, Carbon, Nav, RotoFab Dry CAI, Elite x2, Borla ATK, Driveshaft shop

06-17-2016, 09:41 AM	#4
rberns Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,291 View My Garage	maybe see about a sleeve protector for the wire instead of wrapping the headers. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS, Circle D 3200, ADM Transmission Cooler, BTR Valvetrain, Cam Motion .621 .595 228/244 113+4, ARH 1 7/8 full exhaust, Cold Air Inductions, Katech C5R TC, Melling HV, BTR SLR lifters, Trunion Upgrade, LS2 Dampner, LS9 head gaskets, Bo White PTB, MM can, GFX, Subs, B&M Deep transmission pan, Holley fuel rail, Proform valve covers, relocated coil packs

06-17-2016, 09:46 AM	#5
wrtowman Drives: 2011 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Warner Robins Ga Posts: 779	http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/manufa...ls9-tay-ti0122 Add the TR55 in the drop down if you feel like its time for plugs. These wires have the perfect 135* boot angle for header clearance and the socks are added protection from the extra header heat. __________________ 2011 SGM Camaro 1SS/RS A6 - Vengeance Racing built/tuned. 590RWHP/560RWTQ, ADM LSA Conversion, 2.5 Grip-Tec, ZL1 fuel pump, ADM FPCM, FIC1000, VRPD2 Cam and LS3 Conversion with all the internal goodies, American Racing 1 7/8 Headers, no cats, SW Retro Cat Back, ADM Intake, AFCO HX, Varimax Pump, Rotofab Reservoir, B&M Transmission Cooler, VMAX TB, Elite Engineering CC, BMR LCAs, Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, DSS 1000hp axles, ZL1 Bumper and Sideskirts, Night Owl Halos, Matte Black 20" Rohana RC-22 with 20x10-275s/20x11-315s, R1 Concept Premier Drilled/Slotted Rotors, Hawk Ceramic Pads.

06-17-2016, 09:48 AM	#6
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,693 View My Garage	^^^^ This -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

06-17-2016, 10:59 AM	#7
CGbambam Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 410	Or ceramic coat them and keep your engine bay cooler

06-17-2016, 11:43 AM	#8
Soybeanrice Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 793	I had the same problem OP. I ended up getting some taylor wires. Wires are wires, so if you can find a solution with the stockers, do it.

06-17-2016, 11:48 AM	#9
Soybeanrice Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 793	Also, I would like someone to chime in about heat wrap... I read that its not a good idea because youll cause heat fatigue anywhere the wrap isnt even. Can someone verify if this is real or wack? Thanks..

06-17-2016, 11:52 AM	#10
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,174	Thermal Management Controlling under hood temperatures is mission critical. Coat, wrap and or foil.

06-19-2016, 06:49 AM	#13
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Thanks for the advice everyone. I really don't like the idea of wrapping the headers - was concerned about the uneven heat flow. No way I'm ceramic coating. The time has passed for that. Now that I've got those headers on they are NOT coming off. Think I'll check with JDP about the "socks". __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)