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Hot side pipes
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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 07:44 AM |
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Originally Posted by undy
(Post 939811)
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Well I, for one, would never even think of doing such a thing.:rolleyes: 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.
http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ng_blanket.jpg
http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ket_folded.jpg |
| JWilly |
04-14-2009 08:09 AM |
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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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 08:16 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by JWilly
(Post 939842)
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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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 |
| RodgerH |
04-14-2009 08:31 AM |
Did you buy 2 of them (one for each side), or buy one and cut it in half?
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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 08:32 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by RodgerH
(Post 939851)
Did you buy 2 of them (one for each side), or buy one and cut it in half?
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I bought one and then cut it with scissors. It's very easy to cut. |
| RodgerH |
04-14-2009 08:35 AM |
Thanks. I'll order one and do the same.
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| madmaxx |
04-14-2009 08:35 AM |
The side pipe temp is about 400F, closer to the engine where the headers are is about 700F.
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| CobraDan |
04-14-2009 08:37 AM |
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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 08:50 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by madmaxx
(Post 939855)
The side pipe temp is about 400F, closer to the engine where the headers are is about 700F.
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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.;) |
| sllib |
04-14-2009 10:37 AM |
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.
Bill Stradtner
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| bakbutler |
04-14-2009 12:01 PM |
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.
thanks
Leo
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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 12:04 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by bakbutler
(Post 939930)
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.
thanks
Leo
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I had burned-skin stains on my ceramic coated pipes . 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. |
| JWilly |
04-14-2009 12:21 PM |
patrickt and CobraDan...Thanks.
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| vector1 |
04-14-2009 01:40 PM |
a little canola oil either on the skin or pipes helps in the detachment phase.
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| Scufty |
04-14-2009 05:32 PM |
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| DocDirk |
04-14-2009 05:37 PM |
"that still sucks"
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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| patrickt |
04-14-2009 05:40 PM |
Magic Goo
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| Scufty |
04-14-2009 05:43 PM |
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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| Ibr8k4vetts |
04-14-2009 07:52 PM |
I almost always wear shorts in the Cobra, That way I feel the heat before I get the burn:JEKYLHYDE It has worked for 8 years with no burn:LOL:
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| Cobrajames |
08-31-2011 10:30 PM |
First Snake Bite, today
Quote:
Originally Posted by Got the Bug
(Post 939734)
Opening the hood latches is also how I got bitten...wearing shorts that day. :eek: Also, melted the sleeve a fleece jacket checking under the car one day.
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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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