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Old 06-19-2025, 04:58 PM
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If making block off plates, 321 stainless is a good option because it's alloyed with titanium. 304 stainless will eventually experience chromium carbide precipitation at high temps, which can cause it to essentially rust through at exhaust temps.

https://www.azom.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=2867

https://www.aceraceparts.com/blogs/n...gt79yrxKRlbgpr

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