Downpipe ceramic coating , jet hot coating or whatever it is you’ve done

[turbobooster]

I’m looking to get my Downpipe coated what are you guys doing to yours? What holds up durable wise and maintains its color ? I’m in SoCal if any recommendations in my area that would be appreciated as well thank you

 

[TurboTGuy]

When Lou Czarnota was in business I'm pretty sure he used Cali coat. Others might jump in and confirm or deny.

@SpoolFool did some REALLY nice stuff on his car, you might want to contact him.

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

I like the DEI brand Titanium wrap.

 

[SPOOLFOOL2]

Here's as much as I know.

There are different brands and qualities of ceramic coats. I've had the best luck when I also ceramic coat the inside of downpipes. This helps keep the outside look good for longer. Also, helps keep the heat in. They have different coatings for the inside. As I remember, it was black and thicker than the pretty stuff they use on the outside. The chrome colors don't seem to hold up as well. They fade to a sort of titanium color over time. My recommendation is to go ahead and coat it a titanium color. That way as it fades, it'll still match. We used to be able to get good quality coatings in California. Over the last ten years, it has been a struggle some times. Over all, I'd have to say that I've had the best luck with Specialized coatings in Huntington Beach. Not sure if they have the "good stuff" right now though.

 

[SFI Cutlass]

Ive used caps coatings in Fresno, I always have been happy with their work www.capspowdercoating

 

[turbobooster]

Here's as much as I know.

There are different brands and qualities of ceramic coats. I've had the best luck when I also ceramic coat the inside of downpipes. This helps keep the outside look good for longer. Also, helps keep the heat in. They have different coatings for the inside. As I remember, it was black and thicker than the pretty stuff they use on the outside. The chrome colors don't seem to hold up as well. They fade to a sort of titanium color over time. My recommendation is to go ahead and coat it a titanium color. That way as it fades, it'll still match. We used to be able to get good quality coatings in California. Over the last ten years, it has been a struggle some times. Over all, I'd have to say that I've had the best luck with Specialized coatings in Huntington Beach. Not sure if they have the "good stuff" right now though. View attachment 404938

That color in the pic is titanium?

 

[turbobooster]

I like the DEI brand Titanium wrap.

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Does that wrap stay black like that or fade fast once it gets heat?

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

This is the first time using the DEI Titanium so I don’t know.
The cool it brand fiberglass wrap was a tan color and held up well. The last time using it I sprayed it with their special black coating (spray paint). You didn’t want to hit it directly with the power washer at the car wash.

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

Does that wrap stay black like that or fade fast once it gets heat?

This is the first time using the DEI Titanium so I don’t know.
The cool it brand fiberglass wrap was a tan color and held up well. The last time using it I sprayed it with their special black coating (spray paint). You didn’t want to hit it directly with the power washer at the car wash.

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

Does that wrap stay black like that or fade fast once it gets heat?

This is what I used. It does look darker installed.
I dipped it in water before installing as well.

The link does work, although it says down for maintenance.

Advance Auto Parts - Down for Maintenance

 

[SPOOLFOOL2]

That color in the pic is titanium?

Yes. I think you can see a little of the headers too.

 

[turbobooster]

How long have you had that ceramic titanium color for on your down pipe?

 

[Mr.Spool]

I've had the coatings done and the wrap.
Inmo i think you should just wrap it.
The coatings need to be done right.
The wrap is a no brainer

 

[SPOOLFOOL2]

How long have you had that ceramic titanium color for on your down pipe?

That picture is of Gary Wells car. Mine is similar though. It typically looks good for about ten years, then needs a freshen up. This is on a mid ten second street/ strip car, that only gets about 1000 miles a year put on it. Here's my engine.