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Dec 26, 2018 | 08:11 AM

Red Hot 71

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Header Side Pipes

Finally managed to save enough lunch money for header side pipes for my 71 Stingray. Issue now, is do I go w/Doug's chrome set or OBX stainless steel. Both cost roughly the same. Worried about upkeep, longevity, & looks. Car goes to shows frequently with my car club. Thanks in advance for your opinions.

Dec 26, 2018 | 09:30 AM

resdoggie

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I would go with stainless steel.

Dec 26, 2018 | 12:24 PM

OldCarBum

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Polished stainless looks better than chrome any day and it won't rust like chrome.
Upkeep on the stainless is a bit more time consuming though.

Dec 26, 2018 | 02:22 PM

leadfoot4

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I would go with stainless steel.

Keep in mind, the tubes will get "sandblasted" by crap thrown up from the tires, so you want the most durable material.

Dec 26, 2018 | 02:42 PM

redcruz1120

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St. Jude Donor '09

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I went with Jet Hot ceramic coating. Not as shinny but they do run cooler.

Dec 26, 2018 | 04:30 PM

3X2

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Go for the best: Stahl/ACP

Dec 26, 2018 | 04:41 PM

Red Hot 71

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Thanks for the replies. Went w/the stainless steel OBX.

Dec 26, 2018 | 07:07 PM

Duane4238

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Good choice. They are much shinier than the shinny ones.

Duane

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Dec 26, 2018 | 08:36 PM

BLUE1972

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Remember to wear long thick pants, or you will be pealing skin from the pipes.

Dec 27, 2018 | 06:51 AM

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Red Hot 71

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Thanks again, for responses. How do I post pictures in case I run into install problems? I'm sure it's on this forum somewhere, but not real teck savvy.

Dec 27, 2018 | 11:17 AM

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below is the link for posting images
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...b3_attachments

Dec 29, 2018 | 06:42 PM

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Stev-o

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Remember to wear long thick pants, or you will be pealing skin from the pipes.

You usually get "kissed" once and then you remember to be careful when getting out!

Dec 29, 2018 | 11:01 PM

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naramlee

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You usually get "kissed" once and then you remember to be careful when getting out!

idk about the other brands, but my Hookers Super Comps you can put your hand on them, granted they are hot, but not 300* for sure

Dec 30, 2018 | 12:27 PM

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BLUE1972

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idk about the other brands, but my Hookers Super Comps you can put your hand on them, granted they are hot, but not 300* for sure

You need more HP …

It all depends on how you drive - friends 76 with them is ok around town, but after a trip on the highway - you can feel the heat when you open the door.

I have a 67 - factory stock - warm after any trip even highway.

Dec 30, 2018 | 03:37 PM

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resdoggie

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1st degree "kiss" - Fak, that's hot!
2nd degree "kiss" - Fak, I may need heat shields.
3rd degree "kiss" - Fak, fak, fak, I'm ordering heat shields now!!!

If significant other experiences any of the above, you may need to choose between the significant other or your vette!!! Buy the heat shields.