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Schluney · 10-21-2014, 10:19 PM

I haven't taken mine off and I can still see the heat coming out

cdb95z28 · 10-22-2014, 03:26 PM

GM's Weatherpack electrical connectors are bulletproof as far as water intrusion, there is no harm when washing.

White_SS/RS · 10-22-2014, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdb95z28

Removal was my 2nd mod, never, ever going back on

Bingo!

X25 · 10-22-2014, 05:00 PM

Once I install a real oil temp gauge, this will be one of the things I will try. I am really wondering what the impact is in terms of oil temp numbers with the shield on and off.

Fraxum · 10-22-2014, 05:14 PM

If you take out the Hex Vent trays MAKE SURE you do not drive in the rain. And even with the trays in there is some spllage on the engine. And putting on the engine cover is only a little better. The 2014+ factory vent is the better design. I wish that hood would fit my '13.

As for the Hex Vent trays the original design is the best as the trays are pretty easy to take out. With the newer design it is not practical to take the trays out. And the old design will not clear the 1LE cross brace. Sorry I bought them. I have both sets of trays. But the Hex Vents do look good and I get lots of compliments. I wish they were more functional.

If anyone local to me has an IOM 2010-2013 hood in good shape and wants to trade for a wrapped 1LE hood with hext vents installed PM me. I will also throw in my tray collection.

javi05 · 10-22-2014, 06:43 PM

i did this today and i would say about 30% more heat looks like is coming out!!!! win win..

KaBoom1701 · 10-22-2014, 08:16 PM

Well thanks for the replies guys.

I just did this mod to my 13' RS and I'd like that fact that not only does it look cool but it will be functional on track days. Project 1LFXE is almost complete. lol

Here are some pics with everything installed including the rain tray. I'll be removing the rain tray for DD and track days. Just enjoying my handy work and checking for clearances the next few days.

Schluney · 10-22-2014, 10:02 PM

[QUOTE=KaBoom1701;8023974]Well thanks for the replies guys.

I just did this mod to my 13' RS and I'd like that fact that not only does it look cool but it will be functional on track days. Project 1LFXE is almost complete. lol

Here are some pics with everything installed including the rain tray. I'll be removing the rain tray for DD and track days. Just enjoying my handy work and checking for clearances the next few days.[/QUOTE

Looks good

KaBoom1701 · 10-22-2014, 10:06 PM

Thx

10-21-2014, 10:19 PM	#15
Schluney Drives: 2014 2SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 621	I haven't taken mine off and I can still see the heat coming out __________________ 14 2SS RS 1LE Recaro NPP Pat G cam and tune, Trick flow heads Long tube headers catless

10-22-2014, 03:26 PM	#16
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,773	GM's Weatherpack electrical connectors are bulletproof as far as water intrusion, there is no harm when washing. __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD "KEEP THE FAITH"-Fbodfather

10-22-2014, 05:00 PM	#18
X25 Drives: '16 C7 Z51 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 3,056	Once I install a real oil temp gauge, this will be one of the things I will try. I am really wondering what the impact is in terms of oil temp numbers with the shield on and off. __________________ '16 Corvette C7 Z51 1LT (Build Thread) '14 AGM 1SS 1LE [COTW 11/17/14] (Build Thread) (SOLD) '13 Mazda MX-5 Club (Build Thread) '17 RAM 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 Night Edition '15 Nissan Rogue S AWD

10-22-2014, 05:14 PM	#19
Fraxum Drives: a M6 LT1 ordered From Becky!!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,520	If you take out the Hex Vent trays MAKE SURE you do not drive in the rain. And even with the trays in there is some spllage on the engine. And putting on the engine cover is only a little better. The 2014+ factory vent is the better design. I wish that hood would fit my '13. As for the Hex Vent trays the original design is the best as the trays are pretty easy to take out. With the newer design it is not practical to take the trays out. And the old design will not clear the 1LE cross brace. Sorry I bought them. I have both sets of trays. But the Hex Vents do look good and I get lots of compliments. I wish they were more functional. If anyone local to me has an IOM 2010-2013 hood in good shape and wants to trade for a wrapped 1LE hood with hext vents installed PM me. I will also throw in my tray collection. __________________ "Democracy Dies in Darkness" My LT1 Keeper ..... ..... My Car Blog CarPlayList, a free App to build USB and Android Music drives.

10-22-2014, 06:43 PM	#20
javi05 Drives: 14 ss 1le camaro Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: missouri city tx Posts: 175	i did this today and i would say about 30% more heat looks like is coming out!!!! win win.. __________________ 2011 camaro L99 convert. totaled . 2014 camaro 2ss 1LE. blk on blk..stock

10-22-2014, 08:16 PM	#21
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,631	Well thanks for the replies guys. I just did this mod to my 13' RS and I'd like that fact that not only does it look cool but it will be functional on track days. Project 1LFXE is almost complete. lol Here are some pics with everything installed including the rain tray. I'll be removing the rain tray for DD and track days. Just enjoying my handy work and checking for clearances the next few days. Attached Images __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

10-22-2014, 10:02 PM	#22
Schluney Drives: 2014 2SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 621	[QUOTE=KaBoom1701;8023974]Well thanks for the replies guys. I just did this mod to my 13' RS and I'd like that fact that not only does it look cool but it will be functional on track days. Project 1LFXE is almost complete. lol Here are some pics with everything installed including the rain tray. I'll be removing the rain tray for DD and track days. Just enjoying my handy work and checking for clearances the next few days.[/QUOTE Looks good __________________ 14 2SS RS 1LE Recaro NPP Pat G cam and tune, Trick flow heads Long tube headers catless

10-22-2014, 10:06 PM	#23
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,631	Thx __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.