Ferrari Mailing List: Re: 512TR Engine Lid Insulation/Foam

[Charles Perry (charles]

I redid mine using metalized insulation sold for engine compartments. That was before Amazon, so I can’t remember where I got it. I recall buying a roll of it from somewhere like AutoZone. Took the shell off the rear hood, cut it to fit. Once it was remounted it still needed a little trimming just so the plastic edges weren’t visible around the shell. I think it had sticky backing, but something about the shell shape also holds it in place.

 

So far it’s more than ten years old and still looks/works great. No significant heat to the painted surface above that I can feel.

 

 

From: Ferrari [mailto:ferrari-bounces+charles=carolinasound.com [at] ferrarilist.com] On Behalf Of Larry Bard
Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2019 3:26 PM
To: Charles Perry
Cc: The FerrariList
Subject: [Ferrari] 512TR Engine Lid Insulation/Foam

 

The material, which had partially decomposed, finally fell off. Is it's primary function sound insulation -- so that I needn't be concerned about replacement -- or will the lid paint discolor (or worse) from the heat, so that I should promptly replace it (in which case, any sources/material recommendations?)?

 

Thanks,

Larry

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