Author Topic: Rust problem on Headers (Read 2646 times)

FreediverGa · « **on:** January 22, 2006, 08:28:33 PM »

I'm getting rust around the clamp area of headers and midpipe join together! I can clean up the rust with steel wool but what I can put on the Rust to get rid of it. I know you can get high temp Ceramic paint that I can brush on! I can't see area while looking at the bike. I actually have to be on the left side of the bike laying down to see it but I want stop the rust from getting any worse. Any ideas out there guys?

Laxson OUT

Arkan Eller · « **Reply #1 on:** January 23, 2006, 09:18:42 AM »

The problem is they rust from the inside out. So by the time you've seen it, the headers have already rusted through. This is a very common problem in the UK and we have lots of companies that sell stainless downpipes and there are also companies that offer to repair the downpipes for you.

I think you'll only be delaying the inevitable by coating it in something.

PeteSC · « **Reply #2 on:** January 23, 2006, 06:06:06 PM »

Are you sure the rust is actually 'structural', and not some surface rust and/or dirt? Just wondering. Can't picture the area, but maybe you can tap the area with something metal to see if it sounds different from an unrusted area.

FreediverGa · « **Reply #3 on:** January 23, 2006, 06:48:18 PM »

No it's surface rust because I cleaned off an area with steel wool already to see how deep the rust was. I think I can get most of it off with steel wool and small wire brush. Then polish the hell out of it with mothers polish and see what it does after that! I was looking at BikeBandit.com and they want alot for new headers Geez!