What is the best material for hot side piping?
What is the best material for hot side piping?
I have noticed that generally companies use 304 stainless steel to make things such as tubular turbo headers and hot piping. From what I know, this is because it has good expansion/contraction properties which help it resist cracking over time.
However, I am wondering if a material such as 316 or 321 may be better and would just be more costly. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks.
However, I am wondering if a material such as 316 or 321 may be better and would just be more costly. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks.
Originally Posted by Quamen
I have noticed that generally companies use 304 stainless steel to make things such as tubular turbo headers and hot piping. From what I know, this is because it has good expansion/contraction properties which help it resist cracking over time.
However, I am wondering if a material such as 316 or 321 may be better and would just be more costly. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks.
However, I am wondering if a material such as 316 or 321 may be better and would just be more costly. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks.
Speed Force Racing offers 304SS manifolds standard, and 321SS as a 750$ upgrade.
Originally Posted by meatbag
321SS would be better but costs more. Inconel would be the best and is also crazy exspensive and hard to work with.
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