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Old Apr 15, 2011 | 08:26 PM
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Can anyone tell me if heat shield on the EGR pipe is even necessary? Mine was still original (old, frayed and falling apart) so I cut it off. I was considering just using high temp primer and paint, but I figured I should consult the knowledge base first.

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Old Apr 15, 2011 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CorvetteMike2004
Replace it. Its as hot as the exhaust pipe. Anything that touches it when hot will cook.

Here you go. Forum vender Corvette Central.
http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....Z5Z5Z50000050F

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Looks ugly uncovered too.
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Originally Posted by CorvetteMike2004
Replace it. Its as hot as the exhaust pipe. Anything that touches it when hot will cook.

Here you go. Forum vender Corvette Central.
http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....Z5Z5Z50000050F
I know from expierience that puppy gets real warm.
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