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Old Jan 24, 2013 | 11:57 AM
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Default Why are the rocker covers insulated?

I assume the rocker arm cover insulation traps ex manifold heat near the heads.

Once you move to headers seems there would be more heat down there.

Some guys remove theirs altogether and use coil relocation. I like the look.

GM put the insulation there for a reason, anybody know the logic?
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Originally Posted by 5W30
I assume the rocker arm cover insulation traps ex manifold heat near the heads.

Once you move to headers seems there would be more heat down there.

Some guys remove theirs altogether and use coil relocation. I like the look.

GM put the insulation there for a reason, anybody know the logic?
Reduces valve train noise that enters the cabin.
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Reduces valve train noise that enters the cabin.
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I removed both FRC/rocker covers, as well as the foam insulated intake manifold cover. I think I noticed a little more noise but can't say for sure...it's that minimal.
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