Ceramic Coated Headers

Mattman4403 · Mar 17th, 2009, 12:34 AM

I got my 08 ultra back from winter storage this weekend. Had the headers ceramic coated at Jet Hot with the Extreme Sterling finish. Pipes really look great supposed to stop any bluing or any color distoration. We will see about that. Also supposed to lower the skin temperature of the pipes. It was only about 50 out when I got out for a short ride but sitting at stop lights, I did not get any unpleasant heat off the rear header. I will update this as i get more time in. Also have to take a couple of pics and get them posted.

NEWHD74FAN · Mar 17th, 2009, 01:27 AM

Is it a local plater/painter, do they etch or remove the existing chrome? Is it as simple as pulling your pipes and sending in to have them done? Does the ceramic finish require special clamps to prevent scuffing damaging the coating? What was the approximate cost if we may ask, how long is the turnaround, and what type of warranty/guarantee do they offer?

Hobbit · Mar 17th, 2009, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by NEWHD74FAN

Is it a local plater/painter, do they etch or remove the existing chrome? Is it as simple as pulling your pipes and sending in to have them done? Does the ceramic finish require special clamps to prevent scuffing damaging the coating? What was the approximate cost if we may ask, how long is the turnaround, and what type of warranty/guarantee do they offer?

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NEWHD74FAN · Mar 17th, 2009, 01:55 AM

Thanks Hobbit, that stuff looks pretty cool, sounds like a nice way to go and sure sounds expensive if they don't even give you a ROM estimate to have the work done.

amckay63 · Mar 17th, 2009, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by NEWHD74FAN

Is it a local plater/painter, do they etch or remove the existing chrome? Is it as simple as pulling your pipes and sending in to have them done? Does the ceramic finish require special clamps to prevent scuffing damaging the coating? What was the approximate cost if we may ask, how long is the turnaround, and what type of warranty/guarantee do they offer?

You neglegted to ask if it was boxers or briefs

biglew55 · Mar 17th, 2009, 01:22 PM

Thanks, Mattman. I am thinking of doing this to my '09. I will be waiting for the rest of your feedback.

Mattman4403 · Mar 19th, 2009, 01:41 AM

It cost about $250 for the front and back headers back to the mufflers. No specail clamps or anything like that specified on the re-install. Everything seems to be sealed up tight. I only got out for a short run (about 50 miles round trip) so not a lot of chance to really evaulate things. I had to leave to take care of some family business but I hope to be back in a week or so and get a little more time in on the pipes. I will try and get some pics posted this weekend and get them included.

NEWHD74FAN · Mar 19th, 2009, 03:32 AM

Sounds like a reasonable alternative to standard chrome and also black or gray finish for the street fighter - performance racer type rides...

biglew55 · Mar 20th, 2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by NEWHD74FAN

Sounds like a reasonable alternative to standard chrome and also black or gray finish for the street fighter - performance racer type rides...

I was thinking of bright red and drilling some holes in my heat sheilds.

Everyone knows black is the fastest color, but a bit of red should be like adding a shot of NOS.

Mattman4403 · Mar 22nd, 2009, 04:57 PM

Well I got back home from my family duties and got a chance to take a heat shileld loose and take some photos of the header pipes. Like I stated earlier, this is the color Jet Hot calls extreem Silver Supposed to do a better job of holding the heat.

Mar 17th, 2009, 12:34 AM	#1
Mattman4403 Play The Throttle Ride: 2008 Ultra Join Date: Nov 6th, 2008 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 299 My Mood:	Ceramic Coated Headers I got my 08 ultra back from winter storage this weekend. Had the headers ceramic coated at Jet Hot with the Extreme Sterling finish. Pipes really look great supposed to stop any bluing or any color distoration. We will see about that. Also supposed to lower the skin temperature of the pipes. It was only about 50 out when I got out for a short ride but sitting at stop lights, I did not get any unpleasant heat off the rear header. I will update this as i get more time in. Also have to take a couple of pics and get them posted. __________________ Change is the only constant.

Mar 17th, 2009, 01:27 AM	#2
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 3,716 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers Is it a local plater/painter, do they etch or remove the existing chrome? Is it as simple as pulling your pipes and sending in to have them done? Does the ceramic finish require special clamps to prevent scuffing damaging the coating? What was the approximate cost if we may ask, how long is the turnaround, and what type of warranty/guarantee do they offer? __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Mar 17th, 2009, 01:55 AM	#4
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 3,716 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers Thanks Hobbit, that stuff looks pretty cool, sounds like a nice way to go and sure sounds expensive if they don't even give you a ROM estimate to have the work done. __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Mar 17th, 2009, 01:22 PM	#6
biglew55 Community Guru Ride: 2009 FLHX Join Date: Oct 1st, 2008 Location: IA Posts: 2,151 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers Thanks, Mattman. I am thinking of doing this to my '09. I will be waiting for the rest of your feedback. __________________ "Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die tomorrow." - James Dean Ride it hard and ride it far!

Mar 19th, 2009, 01:41 AM	#7
Mattman4403 Play The Throttle Ride: 2008 Ultra Join Date: Nov 6th, 2008 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 299 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers It cost about $250 for the front and back headers back to the mufflers. No specail clamps or anything like that specified on the re-install. Everything seems to be sealed up tight. I only got out for a short run (about 50 miles round trip) so not a lot of chance to really evaulate things. I had to leave to take care of some family business but I hope to be back in a week or so and get a little more time in on the pipes. I will try and get some pics posted this weekend and get them included. __________________ Change is the only constant.

Mar 19th, 2009, 03:32 AM	#8
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 3,716 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers Sounds like a reasonable alternative to standard chrome and also black or gray finish for the street fighter - performance racer type rides... __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Mar 22nd, 2009, 04:57 PM	#10
Mattman4403 Play The Throttle Ride: 2008 Ultra Join Date: Nov 6th, 2008 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 299 My Mood:	Re: Ceramic Coated Headers Well I got back home from my family duties and got a chance to take a heat shileld loose and take some photos of the header pipes. Like I stated earlier, this is the color Jet Hot calls extreem Silver Supposed to do a better job of holding the heat. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Change is the only constant.

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