Engine Bay mostly complete..
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Racer
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Engine Bay mostly complete..
I think I'm just about done with my engine bay. Finished painting the windshield cowling carbon flash but still need to polish the wiper arms. I just wish I could figure out what to do with the alternator. I have a cover for it but was told it's for show only....
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Your engine bay looks great. After seeing numerous C5 and C6 engine bays over the years with every type of stick-on stainless steel of hydro carbon cover imaginable, I lean more towards the "less is more" side and I think you're right there in showing off your engine without going over the top.
As to the alternator, I would suggest having it powdercoated black.
As to the alternator, I would suggest having it powdercoated black.
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Very well done, and as others said, the braided lines add so much to the looks. Great....just when I thought I was done with the car! Need (would like) more details on where and what you ordered, first class work there! Would love mine to look like that in NRB!
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me too!
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Looks great! Love the braided lines...very clean look.
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Very nice looking! As far as the alternator goes the main concern is the heat that's why mine stays off until I show it. The only alternatives I've found that may be a viable option would be either having it powder coated/chromed or covering it with a mesh cover. I believe ACC sells them.
Have you considered a painted cover for the heat extractor up front?
Have you considered a painted cover for the heat extractor up front?
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Looks good-you might consider these caps for the fluid reservoirs.
And yes, I've also been told that the Alternator cover is for show only, not for every day.
And yes, I've also been told that the Alternator cover is for show only, not for every day.
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3pcs 13.5MM AN06 Billet Fuel Hose Separator Fittings Adapter blue -6 AN 6AN Aluminum
4pcs 1ft 6 AN Push Lok Loc Lock Hose Fuel Coolant 3/8", Blue
2 pcs 6 AN To -6 AN To -6 AN Male Tee Fitting Blue PRE-606246 AN Straight Swivel Hose End Fitting For Stainless & Nylon Braided
8pcs PPD-67006-1 Aluminum -6 AN EZ Clamp Hose End Blue -Braided Pushlock Nylon Braid
2pcs 6 an 45 Degree Push Lock Lok Swivel Hose End PRE-20645
10ft 6 AN Braided Stainless Steel Fuel Line Hose 1500 PSI
1pc 6 an 90 Degree Swivel Hose End Fitting PRE-10690
All were on ebay from GETFAST1, except the separator clamps were from overseas on ebay also. I can't swear this list is complete as I may of had a fitting or two laying around but this is pretty close. If you need closeup pictures let me know. I'll get them this week.
4pcs 1ft 6 AN Push Lok Loc Lock Hose Fuel Coolant 3/8", Blue
2 pcs 6 AN To -6 AN To -6 AN Male Tee Fitting Blue PRE-606246 AN Straight Swivel Hose End Fitting For Stainless & Nylon Braided
8pcs PPD-67006-1 Aluminum -6 AN EZ Clamp Hose End Blue -Braided Pushlock Nylon Braid
2pcs 6 an 45 Degree Push Lock Lok Swivel Hose End PRE-20645
10ft 6 AN Braided Stainless Steel Fuel Line Hose 1500 PSI
1pc 6 an 90 Degree Swivel Hose End Fitting PRE-10690
All were on ebay from GETFAST1, except the separator clamps were from overseas on ebay also. I can't swear this list is complete as I may of had a fitting or two laying around but this is pretty close. If you need closeup pictures let me know. I'll get them this week.
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Very nice looking! As far as the alternator goes the main concern is the heat that's why mine stays off until I show it. The only alternatives I've found that may be a viable option would be either having it powder coated/chromed or covering it with a mesh cover. I believe ACC sells them.
Have you considered a painted cover for the heat extractor up front?
Have you considered a painted cover for the heat extractor up front?
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Racer
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