Heat from Center Console
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Racer
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From: Calgary AB
Heat from Center Console
All, I've noticed (for a long time) that I have quite a bit of heat that leaks out from my center console, especially down by my right leg. I'm sure I'm not the first.
What kind of product do you recommend I use to insulate?
Thanks
What kind of product do you recommend I use to insulate?
Thanks
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Try these. I finished doing the cockpit last night with the Reflectix. I took it out for a test run and didn't feel any heat at all. Now I need to get some FrostKing material and do the back. 
http://mikemercury.home.att.net/sound.htm
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...=247&TopicID=1
http://mikemercury.home.att.net/sound.htm
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...=247&TopicID=1
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The EE "Thermal Abs" plate did WONDERS for my car. No noticeable heat increase with a full exhaust system anymore, and only a very minor heat increase coming from down under with the (down under) twin turbo system.
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We switched from a black ceramic to a gold ceramic, but it's the same great plate at a CCA everyday low price
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I have an Elite Engineering tunnel plate and it really works great. It made a tremendous difference
For icing on the cake, my tunnel is insulated and I don't feel a thing at all even in the piping hot Southern California summers.
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A good tunnel plate along with some insulation under the carpet will significantly reduce the heat you are experiencing. Either the Elite Engineering plate or the one from Willfulone are good choices.
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Racer
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From: Calgary AB
Since I started the thread, I thought I'd make a final comment as I took the time to insulate the console this weekend. Basically, it's the same procedure as putting in a short throw. Took out the arm rest, and front console. I bought this product at Lowes, it was mentioned on the forum, Infratex (I think that's the name) $20 for a big role. It can be used for a host of applications from walls to attics to roofs. Basically looks like aluminum foil, has a pocket of air in the middle, then another layer of this foil like stuff. Supposed to block 97% thermal heat. It's about a 1/4in thick and I wrapped everything I could with it. I will say, it was a slight challenge getting everything back in place to screw in with the insulation, but it all came together. I didn't have time to get out and drive much, but I'm sure it'll make a big difference. Thanks to all for your comments.
