I have the C&L Racer air intake and can't stand the flimsy heat shield. Not only does it look a bit cheesy, but it vibrates a fair amount at high revs (4000 to 5000). My question to you is this, is it even necessary? If it is, I'm on the phone tomorrow and ordering their new and beefier unit. If not, it's coming out of the car.

Jon

 

I don't know about the C&L , but my Steeda heat shield definately blocks the filter from some of the hot air from the engine ...

 

Do not run your car without a heat shield. It helps to flow cooler air from outside the hot engine compartment into the filter, especially when the car is moving. You can do data logging with and w/o the shield to confirm this.

 

Yes, It definitely doesn't hurt...

 

Thanks for the input. It's staying on the car. I sure wish that C&L would have designed a better heat shield. Rather flimsy if you ask me. Not only does it have to perform but it has to look good. In the Steeda and Roush systems, they appear to be much more stout.

Jon

 

Is it secured to prevent vibrating, e.g., zip tied to the ABS piping, etc.?

 

I just intalled a C&L racer intake and I agree the heat shield is pretty flimsy but the intake is awesome, whats the new unit? have any more info on that?

 

Looks like a good opportunity for a company to make some decent heat shields and sell them. Metal like the steeda shield with an assortment rubber grommets to allow for different sized inlet tubes.

 

They would certainaly get my money.

 

The new one that comes with the JLT2 is awesome

 

Jon ?? I believe that I previously mentioned in one of the Steeda threads C&L has updated their CAI shields with a thicker and much less flimsy heat shield..if you want more details ? I would recommend contacting Lee over at C&L tech support..

 

Anyone have any pictures of this improved heat shield?

 

I'm sure if you contact Lee over at C&L tech support ? he'd be more than happy to e-mail you a pic..