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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 01:50 PM
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I see that Eckler's has a hood insulation kit for C4's. Is there any real benefit to adding this? Noise reduction?
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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 01:55 PM
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I see that Eckler's has a hood insulation kit for C4's. Is there any real benefit to adding this? Noise reduction?
Hmmm...I cant imagine a need for that. Usually we tend to make our vettes LOUDER and insulation would make the engine bay hotter which is not a good thing.... :blueangel:
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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 06:09 PM
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I bought an insulation blanket for my 1996 Collector Edition. It was easy to install provided you are willing to drill the spots for the snap in holders. I put my on because I want to protect the Sebring Silver paint from the additional heat of the engine. I do not find that heat builds up any more than without the blanket. It does quiet the ride some, although I never thought the engine was that noisy.

I have had my on for about six or eight months and have no regrets about having it. :thumbs:
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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 07:58 PM
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It was easy to install provided you are willing to drill the spots for the snap in holders.
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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 08:16 PM
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They were stock from the factory on Canadian export cars which my car is.Doesn't seem to cause any overheating issues,but maybe in hotter climes??
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Old Nov 29, 2002 | 08:26 PM
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There are stainless steel parts to install under the hood to make it look really cool.....most for later vette's like your's...
check out http://www.designspec.com/
I checked the link and it works...go there and see what I mean.....
Some really great parts...if you have the $$$$$$$$$$$$

tony

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