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Hi everyone!
I want to pass on the name of a great product I
have been using to restore my exhaust manifolds. It is called Calyx and is
produced in Cincinnati, OH. It is simple to apply (I use a toothbrush) and
it is not necessary to remove the manifolds. I have used it on several of
my restoration projects and most recently on the manifolds from my '63 Limited
Edition Thunderbird Landau. Basically you must get the manifolds clean and
as rust free as possible (easier if they are off the engine and can be cleaned
in a blasting cabinet but is not necessary). Once this is done, just apply
the product (a charcoal colored paste, NOT a paint) to the manifolds. As
the instructions say: "A little goes a long way". After Calyx has
been worked into the pores of the iron and evenly distributed over the
manifolds, just start the engine and let the manifolds heat up. The
product 'cooks' into the iron and gives them a beautiful cast
iron gray color. It lasts and lasts for years too! I
have used so little of this product, I can refinish many more manifolds
(hmmm, good reason to go car hunting for others on my 'want list' LOL!) with
what is left. A little does indeed go a long way! The cost: a
'whopping $13.95 (plus shipping). Not only do the manifolds look
incredible but no more rust too as it removes the
rust as you apply it. This is a great product
and I thought everyone on the List should know about it. The website for
the company is www.calyxmanifold.com. Check it
out!
Greg McDonnell
'65 Crown
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