Ceramic-Coated Exhaust Manifold Protects Super Boat
Ceramic-coated exhaust manifolds reduce engine bay temperature by as much as 20% on cutting-edge super boat.
A ceramic coating is helping to deliver a range of benefits in the unique marine application of super boats. The coating has helped to lower engine bay temperature and make maintenance simpler, and has added protection for the Kevlar and carbon-fiber hull.
Dean Stoneman, 2010 FIA F2 series victor, GP3 race winner and 2012 P1 SuperStock UK Powerboat Champion, needed to solve heat-related issues on his self-built, XRS48-based super boat. The blend of powerful engines, housed in a tight package area had created heat-management issues until Stoneman remembered a technology widely used in professional motorsport.