Currently I have an air filter that sits just above the radiator, and I know I need to do something to protect my intake temps from heat soak.
So I've always planned to have a heat shield and now is the time to build it.
Here is a picture of the air filter on the end of the airbox. I've marked out in red where I expect the heat shield will be placed.
Here's a design showing the scenario:
My first design is simply a plate with side wings, to stop the heat rising from the radiator and over the sides:
This 2nd design has taller sides and also a back that is curved to maintain a set distance from the filter:
Which design do you think would be most effective ? or are there better alternatives ?
I propose to have the shield made out of stainless steal next week, ready for the RR
many thanks
sean
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Re: Air Filter Heat Shield - Need Advice
Is the 2nd one completely enclosed??
Have you got cold air feeds in place for the filter?
Have you got cold air feeds in place for the filter?
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Re: Air Filter Heat Shield - Need Advice
cantfindausername wrote:Is the 2nd one completely enclosed??
Have you got cold air feeds in place for the filter?
Hard to tell I admit, but design 2 just has sides, bottom and rear, just no roof. The air is fed from the grill right in front.
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What about design 3: An extension to design 1 but has a more agressive scoop at the front to draw in more air from the bottom and sides. And unlike design 2, doesnt allow static air to gather and heat up.
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I'd go option 3. Think that will give you the best feed of cold air.
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