Exoracing Titanium or Carbon Exhaust Wrap

Which Exhaust Wrap Should I Choose?

• 5cm width: choose this for most exhaust pipes, downpipes, larger manifold runners and straighter sections. It covers more area per wrap and is usually the best starting point.
• 2.5cm width: choose this for tighter bends, smaller runners, awkward manifolds, tight collector areas and places where a wider wrap is hard to pull neatly around the pipe.
• 5m length: choose this for small jobs, short exhaust sections, test pieces or one focused area.
• 10m length: choose this for medium jobs such as a downpipe, a longer exhaust section, or a compact manifold.
• 15m length: choose this for larger jobs, multi-runner manifolds, longer downpipes or when you want spare material for overlap and trimming.
• Titanium or carbon colour: choose based on the finish you prefer. Do not treat the carbon colour option as carbon fibre material unless the product specification is changed to confirm that.

Why Should You Use Exhaust Wrap?

Exhaust manifolds, turbo manifolds and downpipes can radiate huge amounts of heat into the engine bay. That heat can raise intake temperatures, cook nearby hoses, make wiring brittle, damage paint, warm brake or clutch lines, and make the car less reliable when used hard.

Exoracing exhaust wrap helps keep more heat inside the exhaust pipe instead of letting it radiate into nearby components. This can reduce engine bay heat, improve component protection and make the area around the manifold, turbo or downpipe easier to manage.

It is especially useful on turbo cars, track cars, drift cars, K swaps, engine swapped builds, tight engine bays and cars where the exhaust runs close to wiring, brake lines, fuel lines, coolant hoses or bodywork.

For best results, use an exhaust wrap to control heat at the source, then use Exoracing silicone fibreglass heat sleeve on nearby hoses, wiring or lines that still need direct protection.

When Should You Fit an Exhaust Wrap?

• You are fitting or removing an exhaust manifold, turbo manifold or downpipe.
• Your exhaust is close to brake lines, fuel lines, coolant hoses or wiring.
• Your engine bay suffers from heat soak after hard driving.
• You have a turbo setup with limited space around the manifold or downpipe.
• You want to protect nearby paint, bodywork, bulkheads or engine bay components.
• You are preparing the car for track, drift, sprint, hill climb or heavy road use.

Exhaust Wrap vs Heat Sleeve vs Heat Shield

Exhaust wrap is best when you want to control heat at the exhaust source by wrapping the manifold, downpipe or pipework. Heat sleeve is better for protecting individual hoses, wiring or lines. A heat shield is better for protecting a wider panel, firewall, bulkhead or underbody area.

If you are not sure which product you need, view the full Exoracing heat management range to compare wrap, sleeve, reflective tape, turbo blankets and heat shields.

Purchase Includes:

• 1 x Exoracing Titanium or Carbon Exhaust Wrap
• 4 x Stainless Steel Cable Ties
• 1 x Exoracing Lifetime Warranty

Features:

• Reduces radiant heat from manifolds, downpipes and exhaust pipework
• Helps lower engine bay temperatures around hot exhaust parts
• Helps protect nearby hoses, wiring, paint, panels and fluid lines
• Ideal for turbo manifolds, exhaust manifolds, downpipes and custom exhaust sections
• Titanium basalt fibre construction
• Available in titanium and carbon colour options
• Available in 2.5cm and 5cm widths
• Available in 5m, 10m and 15m lengths
• Continuous temperature resistance up to 980°C
• Intermittent temperature resistance up to 1350°C
• Includes 4 stainless steel cable ties and Exoracing lifetime warranty

Technical Specifications:

Exhaust Wrap Installation Guide:

Exhaust wrap is straightforward to install, but preparation matters. Wear gloves, wet the wrap, pull it tight and keep the overlap consistent.

1. Wear gloves and eye protection before handling the wrap.
2. Remove the exhaust part from the car if possible, as this usually gives the cleanest result.
3. Clean the pipe, manifold or downpipe before wrapping.
4. Wet the exhaust wrap with water to make it more flexible and easier to pull tight.
5. Start with a 45-degree fold at the end of the wrap to reduce fraying.
6. Wrap tightly around the pipe with a consistent 10mm to 20mm overlap.
7. Use stainless steel cable ties to secure the start and end points.
8. Trim any excess tie length carefully so there are no sharp edges.
9. After fitting, run the vehicle and allow the wrap to smoke through the first heat cycles.

Installation difficulty: simple to moderate DIY item, depending on access. Manifolds with tight runners take longer than straight downpipes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which width of exhaust wrap should I buy?

Use a 5cm wrap for most downpipes, straight exhaust sections and larger manifold runners. Use a 2.5cm wrap for tighter bends, smaller runners and awkward manifold sections where a wider wrap is hard to pull neatly around the pipe.

How much exhaust wrap do I need?

It depends on pipe diameter, pipe length, overlap, bends and whether you are wrapping a single pipe or manifold runners. Measure first and allow extra material for overlap and mistakes. We would recommend using the Exoracing exhaust wrap calculator to estimate the length needed.

Why does the exhaust wrap smoke after fitting?

Light smoke during the first heat cycles is normal. It is usually moisture and manufacturing residue burning off after the wrap has been soaked and heated.

Can I reuse the exhaust wrap?

No. Once the exhaust wrap has been heat cycled and removed, it should not be reused.

Will the exhaust wrap stop nearby hoses and wiring from melting?

It can reduce the radiant heat coming from the exhaust, which helps protect nearby components. If a hose, cable or line is still very close to the heat source, add a suitable heat sleeve as well.

Should I use extra stainless steel cable ties?

The product includes 4 stainless steel cable ties. For manifolds, multiple runners, long sections or complex installs, extra stainless steel ties are sensible so every start, end and join is secured properly.

Notes:

• Wear gloves when handling exhaust wrap, as fibreglass / basalt-based wrap can irritate skin.
• Wet the wrap before fitting so it pulls tighter and forms better around bends.
• Keep overlap consistent to avoid gaps and heat spots.
• Do not reuse the exhaust wrap after it has been heat-cycled and removed.
• Smoke after the first fitting is normal during the first heat cycles.
• Do not wrap flexi joints, sensors, slip joints, clamps that need future access, or areas where trapped moisture cannot burn off properly.
• Use extra stainless steel cable ties for manifolds, multiple runners or long sections.
• For a full step-by-step version with images, read our exhaust wrap installation guide.
• Professional installation is recommended if access is poor or the exhaust part is difficult to remove safely.