7G Header Heat Shield - Yay or Nay?
Such a trivial piece to discuss, but I've been wondering lately...should we keep our header heatshield on or off?
Heatshield ON
- It's there from the factory, says a lot
- Designed to force air up and over the top of the head, through engine bay
- Prevents radiator/condenser from heat soak during extended periods of idling/traffic conditions
- Traps heat underneath and block absorbs the excess heat?
- Cleaner look?
Heatshield Off
- Allows much better airflow to block and air to flow between runners, reducing ambient temps
- Saves weight - reduces trap times by 8-10 seconds, improves 0-60mph by 4-5 seconds
- Less crap to take off when removing header
- Cleaner look?
Let's hear it boys. I want some abstract theories and whatever bogus crap you feel is worthy for brainfood.