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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 06:55 PM
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I changed slipon mufflers. It runs good, The plugs are white. What temp will the pipes be right out of the head?
 
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Old Jul 26, 2009 | 10:14 PM
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Can't tell you man.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 12:50 AM
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Likely 600-700 degrees.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 04:35 PM
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White plugs give exhaust is in the neighborhood of 1300 F or more.
All exhause is very hot. But should be lowered.
You are lean.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 08:20 PM
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Thanks guys I put real mufflers on and it went down. It was 310 at the plug using a infered temp gauge. Now I havent seen it above 280.
 
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