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What to remove in engine bay to help heat soak?

Originally Posted by Telephone Leave the lower engine-cover off for a couple days after your next oil change. Then report your findings. Do this before you start cutting it. IIRC

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Leave the lower engine-cover off for a couple days after your next oil change. Then report your findings. Do this before you start cutting it.


IIRC the lower engine cover provides some rigidity to the front fascia. Driving around without it you risk damaging the front fascia.
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IIRC the lower engine cover provides some rigidity to the front fascia. Driving around without it you risk damaging the front fascia.
I guess we're SOL then.
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