how much header wrap?

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Dumb question.....but how many feet of header wrap is needed to wrap a top mount, and down pipe? Trying to figure out how much I need to order....

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1 roll ought to do it. I think we did the whole header, up pipe, and down pipe with one roll on my buddy's WRX. s***s expensive! Make sure you have an adequate amount of those metal zip ties as well.

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and, do it in a well ventilated area when its cooler so your not sweating, and.....that sh*t sucks to work with is what im trying to say.

last time I used some, I soaked it in water and it made working with it 100% times more pleasurable.

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r34 gtr wrote:1 roll ought to do it.
How long of a roll? I've seen 15 ft, 25 ft, and 40 ft. Also, what's the best width to work with? I would guess 2" wide would be about right

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ks13 wrote:and, do it in a well ventilated area when its cooler so your not sweating, and.....that sh*t sucks to work with is what im trying to say.

last time I used some, I soaked it in water and it made working with it 100% times more pleasurable.
Does it shed or something?

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yes it emits fiberglass strands that float in your workspace and stick to your face and make your neck itchy, and when you breathe it, it makes your lungs tickle.


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Ahh, gotcha...thanks for the tip!


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