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Old 04-04-2005, 11:48 AM
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Good idea, I was also thinking of some type of heat sheild were the intake pipe is close to the exhaust. I'm curious to see how much it will help.
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Great idea. I've noticed just driving on the highway my air temp stays about 30-35 hotter than ambient temp.
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Its 70 out here today and I temps went up to 100 degrees but got no hotter with the heat sheild.
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what about this
especially where the filter is right above the exhaust
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Originally Posted by gamedawgx53




what about this
especially where the filter is right above the exhaust
Looks good, where is that from?
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Originally Posted by gamedawgx53




what about this
especially where the filter is right above the exhaust
Looks good, where is that from?
I'm doing this to as much of my exhaust before the turbo as possible, keeps gas velocity high and heat in the pipes!
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Originally Posted by TG02Z71
Looks good, where is that from?
Looks like a flowmaster exhaust heat shield to me. They're a little pricey.
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Originally Posted by TG02Z71
Ok heres some pics, I know it looks major ghetto!!
It will have to wait to be done pretty. I also started wrapping my exhaust up to the turbo with thermotech tape I had laying around from a project I aborted about 10 years ago...lol.

I'l probably eventually rotate the reflective wrap on the intake so the gap is underneath.
you may want to reconsider using the zip ties and opt for some safety wire instead. just a thought.

what the hell is that wicked solid pipe you have going to the turbo? oil i am guessing. why solid pipe, i would be worried about it breaking and draining all my oil out.
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its made by flowmaster
20 bucks at summit

FLO-15917
$19.39
Estimated Ship Date: Tomorrow

Overview

Brand:FlowmasterProduct Line:Flowmaster Heat Shield KitsLength (in):23.00Width (in):10.50Maximum Ambient Temperature (F):500Installation:Snap StrapQuantity:Sold individually.Reduce heat radiated from your tailpipes.

Heat Barrier, Tailpipe Heat Shield, Fits 2.5 in. Diameter Pipe, 23 in. x 10.5 in., Universal, Each

Flowmaster heat shield kits contain a pre-bent aluminum heat shield designed to reduce heat radiated from tailpipes which are routed close to gas tanks or flooring on RV or van conversion type vehicles. Individual heat shields include clamps and are made from pre-bent 2.50in. thick aluminum.
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