Drivetrain DIY heat sheild?
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I've made a vent scoop (similar to the JCW Challenge race car) that mounts under the hood scoop to direct air over the turbocharger for air-cooling.
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After my hood scoop was replaced due to "warpage", I convinced the dealership to put one of the aluminum shields on. I think they can be had for about $25 online. If they had not given me one under warranty, I certainly would have attempted making one of my own. I'd probably get some aluminum flashing (a short roll at Lowe's/Home Depot) and some tin snips. You could make one for less than $10 in supplies very easily and attach using the existing push connectors under the bonnet. I say go for it and get creative.
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After my hood scoop was replaced due to "warpage", I convinced the dealership to put one of the aluminum shields on. I think they can be had for about $25 online. If they had not given me one under warranty, I certainly would have attempted making one of my own. I'd probably get some aluminum flashing (a short roll at Lowe's/Home Depot) and some tin snips. You could make one for less than $10 in supplies very easily and attach using the existing push connectors under the bonnet. I say go for it and get creative.
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yeah... I'm not looking to sell these. I just wanna make one for myself.
I think you guys are right in the stock heatsheild. I think I'm gonna look into maybe grabbing some aluminum and mocking one up.. Just one more layer of protection. I may even hook up some sort of air duct to run to the turbo for extra cooling.
PROJECT!
I think you guys are right in the stock heatsheild. I think I'm gonna look into maybe grabbing some aluminum and mocking one up.. Just one more layer of protection. I may even hook up some sort of air duct to run to the turbo for extra cooling.
PROJECT!
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