Header Wrap - to Paint or not?

[88Stanger]

Ok, so here is background. I am doing a full ground up build on my "66. I am working with the exhaust and here is where it gets fun. I just bought a set of bare metal mid-length headers from speedway and two 25' wrap kits from DEI. I have done this before and understand the issues with wrapping but also understand the advantages. Here is my question, they sell a silicone high heat spray. The kit does not have this and it is expensive. SO... can I just use a high heat spray paint? I will use the high heat paint on the headers before wrap. Suggestions? Thoughts??