Engine Cover Alternative
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Engine Cover Alternative Here is how I replaced the plastic engine covers with polished aluminum
on the LS6 in my C2. What do you think?
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on the LS6 in my C2. What do you think?
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i would be against the coil pack covers,it would trap alot of heat and not allow the coils to properly cool and i would think it would effect the lifespan of the part itself.
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heat transfer Good point and thanks for bringing it up. My own opinion is that this aluminum cover acts as a heat sink. I believe it actually draws heat out of the coil and provides it to the surrounding air for cooling especially now that it is no longer under a plastic cover. I have no data to prove this opinion but plan to collect it.
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Good point and thanks for bringing it up. My own opinion is that this aluminum cover acts as a heat sink. I believe it actually draws heat out of the coil and provides it to the surrounding air for cooling especially now that it is no longer under a plastic cover. I have no data to prove this opinion but plan to collect it.
