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Old 05-21-2010, 01:50 PM
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I don't use aluminum foil like Reynolds Wrap. But I do use foil I got from HD in the HVAC area. There is some aluminum tape, about 3" wide, very sticky. It is rated to 240-265 degrees. I use that and it lasts quite a while and makes a good reflective surface and insulates apparently enough. My ball joints are all original and the boots look great. The tape costs about $20 or so a roll. You can also use it to wrap other things you want to reflect heat away from.
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Originally Posted by Bill Dearborn
The problem with the foil is it tends to come apart quickly. The soup can is bolted onto the tie rod end using the stud nut. Then it stays in place. I am still using the cans I installed 3 years ago on my 03Z. They do get rusty but that only bothers the waxers.

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http://www.comfortgurus.com/product_...oducts_id/2145
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Originally Posted by drivinhard
works good for us on the soup kitchen budget
I'm working on a driver adjustable f-duct to spoil the air coming through the ridges in the can to eliminate downforce/drag on the straights.
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wheres all the pics?
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Originally Posted by GettReal
wheres all the pics?
I make my crew/dogs stand around the car to keep the other teams from being able to see my new pieces.
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I'm about to do this mod. Should I go with Cambells or Progesso?
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I am thinking of doing the ball joints/tie rods in header wrap with a SS ziptie along with some HVAC reflective duct tape.

Might be overkill but as long as it is safe might be a good route. Thoughts?
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I used heavy duty aluminum duct tape. It reflects the heat away from the rubber and is cheap and easy to install and replace





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