First of all, is it really a "heat shield" or just a cover to "cover-up" those ugly and rusty headers? If it is diverting the heat, where is it going...back to the headers and out the exhaust (is this good) or just simply keeping the heat off of the surrounding hoses and radiator. Also, with it on, does it lower the temp in the engine bay..and vice versa...explain how.
Please help..the reason I ask is because I reomoved mine yesterday to see what my headers looked like. While removing the bottom bolt on the cover, it began to bind. After a grueling battle with it, and cut-up knuckles, it finally came off with the help of good-old WD40. But the threads on the bolt were distroyed. I didn't see if the female-end threads were ok because I thought I would just leave it off. But now I'm thinking twice.
Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks.
Please help..the reason I ask is because I reomoved mine yesterday to see what my headers looked like. While removing the bottom bolt on the cover, it began to bind. After a grueling battle with it, and cut-up knuckles, it finally came off with the help of good-old WD40. But the threads on the bolt were distroyed. I didn't see if the female-end threads were ok because I thought I would just leave it off. But now I'm thinking twice.
Any input would be very appreciated. Thanks.