Several years ago I purchased an NOS ford H-pipe with the follow part number on a tag still attached to the pipe. C5ZZ 5246-K.
Kind anyone gross reference this number to see if it is for a standard dual exhaust 289 or a "K" engine. I have attached it to my "K" engine and it seems to fit the HiPo exhaust manifolds fine. I thought there was a difference between the standard H-Pipe and one for the "K" engines.
The one you have, is as far as I know, for a K-engine.
It would not fit any standard 289 with standard
exhaust manifolds.
/Bo
Agree with Bo, according to the Ford MPC it is the correct HiPo part.
Dave
OK, if it is for my "K" code coupe then should I use it in the restoration rather than a new Repop aluminized h-pipe. If I use this one then it will rust, Right. Would it be advisable to paint it with High temp silver paint, it that color is available,
Suggestion and your thoughts please?
I attempted that with an NOS H-pipe but it still rusted and in concours trailered they dinged me for it being painted.
OK, if it is for my "K" code coupe then should I use it in the restoration rather than a new Repop aluminized h-pipe. If I use this one then it will rust, Right. Would it be advisable to paint it with High temp silver paint, it that color is available,
Suggestion and your thoughts please?
I would rather have a "rusty" FoMoCo H pipe that fits properly than a shiny repop that probably won't fit as well anyway.
Just to add my two cents for what it's worth, I purchased an NOS H-pipe not long ago, although it was in decent shape( read little to no rust) it wasn't long after I put in on the car it showed signs of suface rust... I use a product sold by Eastwood company called "Calyx" This product was designed to brighten up rusted exhaust manifolds but I found that it works great to bring back the natural steel luster of the H-pipe. I use a rubber glove and a tooth brush to apply the material. I use a gloved finger to apply the calyx to the general area, I then use the tooth brush to work into the pores of the metal and finish it off by using a soft cloth to buff to a nice natural shine. I found that this works great on other natural cast parts such as spindles,disc brake calipers, transmission cases tie rods etc (you get the picture) This is great to apply just before a show and you would be suprised how easy it is. While it is some what expensive, I would suggest that you give it a try... a small amount of this stuff goes a long way, and I think you will be very pleased with the results.
Calyx sounds like a good product to have around. Did you try it on the exhaust manifold and did you have similar results?
Jack
I first used it on my A code exhaust manifolds and was very pleased with the results. This led me to try it on other metal castings and was very suprised on how well it worked. Even when surface rust reappeared I was oftern able to just use a cloth to remove the offending rust and regain the shine. hope this helps
The Calyx suggestion is a good one; it is a great product.
I have also had good results with a light coat of VHT "Flameproof" Satin Clear on cleaned steel pipes. Don't apply a heavy coating; if applied too thickly, it will yellow when subjected to operating temperatures.
And for best results, follow the curing procedure recommended on the label.
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