Hood liner - is it really necessary?
6/17/08, 01:23 PM
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Hood liners are made of insulation material which helps keep the engine nice and toasty. Tell me, is that what you want? I have ripped the hood liner off all my cars for the last 30 years.
I haven't heard of painting the underside flat black but this is actually a good idea from a functional standpoint. Black absorbs heat so painting it would aid in reducing underhood temps. FYI, conversely, white reflects heat......
I haven't heard of painting the underside flat black but this is actually a good idea from a functional standpoint. Black absorbs heat so painting it would aid in reducing underhood temps. FYI, conversely, white reflects heat......
6/18/08, 06:57 AM
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I picked up some black paint last night and cleaned out an area of the shop where I can paint the hood. Now if only I can find a neighbour to help me remove the hood carefully.
6/18/08, 08:52 AM
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I see you have the Steeda Cowl Hood and the MRT Hood struts. Any problems with the hood bowing or anything like that? I emailed Steeda and they said not to use the hood struts with their hood.
6/19/08, 01:53 PM
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Good thread...mines coming off this weekend. Before lowering the motor, the liner got beat up by a few braided hoses and a plenum cover. I just hope it's painted underneath. Guess I'll find out...
6/19/08, 02:20 PM
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I picked up some bubblewrap today that I will use to protect the hood when I lay the thing down for painting. I figured $12.00 in bubblewrap is a lot cheaper than having to repaint the hood from scratching the heck out of it. My plan is to get this done tonight as long as I can find a neighbour to help me remove the hood.
6/19/08, 02:30 PM
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Not All Vehicles Use Hood Liners. I would Surmise it may even run a Bit Cooler without one! Next time you Drive by a Car Dealership and They Have all The Hoods up Notice the Lack of Liners on Some Models!
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6/19/08, 02:33 PM
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6/19/08, 02:42 PM
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Also, if you decide to get a New Liner get the 7r3z16738h $84.03 MSRP.It is the BULLITT one and Has a Nice Area Shaped for a Cold Air and the Recess for the Bullitt Strut brace. You will also want to Replace the 13 Clips that hold it up 5r3z54310d12a Msrp $1.49 ea. FYI, I do not Sell this on the Internet cause the Liner comes in a huge box and shipping is expensive. Best to get these local.
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6/19/08, 02:43 PM
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6/19/08, 08:03 PM
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Well I got it painted. Glad the hood is light because I didn't have anyone to help me remove it or reinstall it...ugh! Anyway, I will post more info about what I did in the blog tomorrow. As for now, here is a picture. I had to use a flash since it is already after 10pm. The paint is flat black. The dark areas just show due to the flash.
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6/20/08, 05:28 AM
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