removing heat proofing under bonnet....

ON_DUBS · 19-02-2006, 09:59 PM

i've noticed on alot of pics that ppl have removed the ugly heatproofing from the underside of the bonnet.

how is this possible while not causing the paint on top to peel or fade?

thepedster · 19-02-2006, 10:25 PM

isnt that dodgy carpet more down to noise reuction, not heat transfer?

my old VW (ok it was only a 1 litre 4 banger) only had paint on the underside of the hood! well and dirt and grease and oil nad some stickers but hey...

svo347 · 19-02-2006, 11:40 PM

the El series didnt come out with the heatproofing.
it was mainly for what thepedster said.. Noise reduction.

fairmont1998 · 19-02-2006, 11:44 PM

EL Fairmonts have the underbonnet insulation

svo347 · 19-02-2006, 11:51 PM

Ok im thinking of my mates ELXR8 as his doesnt

frost · 20-02-2006, 12:00 AM

My EA fairmont Ghia does so did my EA S pack, I dont advise moving it, because when I rolled my car it was the only thing stopping the battery from shorting out and the car catching fire

NZ · 20-02-2006, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by frost

My EA fairmont Ghia does so did my EA S pack, I dont advise moving it, because when I rolled my car it was the only thing stopping the battery from shorting out and the car catching fire

Your battery shouldnt come into contact with the bonnet if it was tied down and had the terminal covers fitted

frost · 20-02-2006, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by NZ

Your battery shouldnt come into contact with the bonnet if it was tied down and had the terminal covers fitted

when its that corner of the car the hits the embankment first yes it is... i lifted the bonnet and looked at the imprint in the heat proofing or what ever it is and the battery was crushed in one corner....

and its an EA... Iv never seen one with terminal covers factory that is

ON_DUBS · 20-02-2006, 10:15 PM

i want to remove it cause it lookz like ASSSSSSSSSSS.

let me go outside and take a snap...

5L · 20-02-2006, 01:21 AM

i think it looks better than just a normal panel, and the falcon motors are a bit on the noisy side so it is best there

clontarf_x · 20-02-2006, 02:31 AM

I dont see any reason to remove it unless your going to be painting the engine bay. And as frost said if its there, its there for reason.

EA2BA · 20-02-2006, 10:27 AM

Its for noise and thats about it, I removed mine as it was falling about and a little oil soaked, having none is not a problem, but I do think it looks alot tidier with it.

Dezza · 20-02-2006, 12:13 PM

I've still got mine despite it having a big tear. A while ago, the clips that hold it were falling out causing it to hang down, where it was blown around by the fan, causing it to tear. Since then, I've replaced the clips and it won't be going anywhere now!

JADED6 · 21-02-2006, 04:15 AM

Faded bonnets are SO common on VN commodores and I'm assuming it's partly caused by no under bonnet insulation. Seeing them is a daily reminder that it's probably a good idea to leave it there.

Dezza · 21-02-2006, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by JADED6

Faded bonnets are SO common on VN commodores and I'm assuming it's partly caused by no under bonnet insulation. Seeing them is a daily reminder that it's probably a good idea to leave it there.

I think it's just crap paint. Stacks of them have faded roofs as well.

ON_DUBS · 21-02-2006, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ea_silver_ghia

I think it's just crap paint. Stacks of them have faded roofs as well.

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sven · 21-02-2006, 04:04 PM

mines falling to bits but the falcon engines are really loud so i'm just leaving it there even though it looks crappy.

**Papa Smurf** · 21-02-2006, 06:10 PM

I got a new one for mine some time ago. Looked SO much better too.
Only problem with them is they COST too much. :(