Topic: hood insulation kit from zip corvette
in Forum: C3 Body
Lifetime MemberC3VR Founder
hi all , does anybody have experience with the kit from zip that has a thermal barrier then abs cover over it?
What is your specific question about it?
-Adam Wartell
NCM Lifetime Member #1222
Founder: C3 Vette Registry
C4 Vette Registry, C6 Vette Registry
My first Vette, now owned by JB79:
Lifetime MemberC3VR Founder
Why does a hood need a thermal barrier?
I think the paint on the hood can crack if the engine's high heat is transferred to it for a long enough amount of time.
-Adam Wartell
NCM Lifetime Member #1222
Founder: C3 Vette Registry
C4 Vette Registry, C6 Vette Registry
My first Vette, now owned by JB79:
My LT-1 with a/c gets pretty hot in the summer and I've never had a problem with the paint. I have no insulation.
I always thought the insulation was for noise deadening.
it looked like a good idea as most vehicles have underhood insulation for paint protection and sound. just wasnt sure if this kit ended up being more trouble than its worth...
I was told by an older than me gentleman at a car show that the reflection from the air filter cover can burn thru the hood paint and he showed me a cover for it when at shows, I bought one from a lady on NCRS site
