cherokeeproject
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I know threads on exhaust systems are a dime a dozen, but I have searched and not found any reliable information to answer my questions. SO, since i'm at the point in my build that I need to replace my exhaust system I feel some discussion would be good before I drop the big bucks.
So I plan on getting the JBA shorty header since its the only one I can find that has a 2.5" collector and the option for a 14 gage steel to be used. (here's the link http://www.summitracing.com/parts/jba-1526s/overview/year/1996/make/jeep/model/cherokee ) the system is going to be used on a 4.6L stoker build so im definitely wanting the 2.5". It will get mated up to a 6" flex coupling to help keep any stress off the header and help prevent any cracking. the flex coupling will then mate to the rest of the 2.5" dia system (most likely the banks system, with a high flow cat) I plan for the entire system to be stainless steel and built to last (I don't like buying the same thing twice)
so my first question on this system is whether or not to shell out the extra $150 for the ceramic coating from JBA, they offer two types, the silver ceramic and the titanium ceramic, both are the same price. I would definitely want some kind of coating to help keep the heat to a minimum inside the engine bay, but it just seems pretty pricey. the other option was to see if there was a way I could save some money by getting them coated myself but what would be the difference in quality & price? has anyone had experience with having a header ceramic coated from a third party?
this brings me to my next question, would the coating need to be done right away? obviously it would be best to be done on a brand new manifold but if its being done by a third party could it be done on a used manifold with a little cleanup?
and finally my last question is a simple one, has anyone had any experience with the JBA header and the fitment of everything? I have found no first hand experience from anyone on
. Since this is going to be used on a wheeled jeep I don't want the collector to hang down too low and cause interference issues with the upper control arm mount or the differential housing. also some input from an ACTUAL user on quality & performance would be nice. Any other USEFUL input would be appreciated, thanks in advance!
So I plan on getting the JBA shorty header since its the only one I can find that has a 2.5" collector and the option for a 14 gage steel to be used. (here's the link http://www.summitracing.com/parts/jba-1526s/overview/year/1996/make/jeep/model/cherokee ) the system is going to be used on a 4.6L stoker build so im definitely wanting the 2.5". It will get mated up to a 6" flex coupling to help keep any stress off the header and help prevent any cracking. the flex coupling will then mate to the rest of the 2.5" dia system (most likely the banks system, with a high flow cat) I plan for the entire system to be stainless steel and built to last (I don't like buying the same thing twice)
so my first question on this system is whether or not to shell out the extra $150 for the ceramic coating from JBA, they offer two types, the silver ceramic and the titanium ceramic, both are the same price. I would definitely want some kind of coating to help keep the heat to a minimum inside the engine bay, but it just seems pretty pricey. the other option was to see if there was a way I could save some money by getting them coated myself but what would be the difference in quality & price? has anyone had experience with having a header ceramic coated from a third party?
this brings me to my next question, would the coating need to be done right away? obviously it would be best to be done on a brand new manifold but if its being done by a third party could it be done on a used manifold with a little cleanup?
and finally my last question is a simple one, has anyone had any experience with the JBA header and the fitment of everything? I have found no first hand experience from anyone on
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