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  1. LouB747

    LouB747 Formula 3

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    #1 LouB747, Oct 22, 2010
    Just about every person that looks at my engine (not mechanics) notice the heat shield for the muffler and ask, "what's that"? I never really paid much attention to it, but now I do. Is there a carbon fiber heat shield, or at least a piece to cover that shield? If so, is it expensive? Would it even look good? Thanks so much guys. I know you have the answer, with pics I'm sure....


    Lou
     
  2. PAP 348

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    #2 PAP 348, Oct 22, 2010
    Yes, I have seen a VERY nice CF piece to replace the stock heat shield. :):)

    I will see if I can find a pic. I think one of the sponsors sells them here. :):)
     
  3. PAP 348

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    #3 PAP 348, Oct 22, 2010
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  4. LouB747

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    #4 LouB747, Oct 22, 2010
    Wow! Those look great. Do you know if the CF affects the performance (heat capabilities) at all? I wouldn't want to overheat anything. I'm assuming that the shield keeps the exhaust heat away from the engine.
     
  5. UConn Husky

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    #5 UConn Husky, Oct 22, 2010
    Sweet PAP!!!! I did the same thing...actually wrapped carbon over the top. Normally I'm anti-cosmetic carbon parts....but it looks REAL good in the engine bay. Just enough, not over the top.
     
  6. LouB747

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    #6 LouB747, Oct 22, 2010

    Is heat an issue with CF? How did you attach it? Clips of some sort?
     
  7. AceMaster

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    #7 AceMaster, Oct 22, 2010
    PAP, those look fantastic.
     
  8. Tifosi15

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    #8 Tifosi15, Oct 22, 2010
    I would think they would yellow pretty quickly
     
  9. rbellezza

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    #9 rbellezza, Oct 22, 2010
    I agree
     
  10. UConn Husky

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    #10 UConn Husky, Oct 22, 2010
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    I wrapped the stock heat shield in carbon, it's been 100% fine for the past 2 years, no discoloration at all. As for heat transfer, it only adds to block a bit more heat since it's on top of the stock shield.
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  11. Tifosi15

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    #11 Tifosi15, Oct 22, 2010
    That does look sweet!
     
  12. PAP 348

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    #12 PAP 348, Oct 23, 2010
    Looks very very nice mate. :D:D
     
  13. X11OUD

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    #13 X11OUD, Oct 23, 2010
    Oh no!!
    Now there's something else I have to have !!
     
  14. ferrari 512 tr

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    #14 ferrari 512 tr, Oct 23, 2010
    same same
     

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