Manifolds...Paint Or Coat?

Am I wrong, or would powder coat just burn off?

Seems like it would.

No, you're right.


My guy assured me it will last. He coats for the car community in our area and has never had a failure. I think it is in the prep, he runs a big commercial operation.
DR:coffee2:

Cosmetic powder coating is durable up to about 600 degrees. Beyond that -- as exhaust temps usually are -- is just asking for time consuming and costly rework. Your best bet for exhaust coating is high temp ceramic. As with any metal finishing, proper prep and application is the key.