Can I run without under bonnet insulation?

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23 November 2001, 10:49 AM

Nigel Bowles

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My under bonnet heat shield/asbestos mat has seen its last day.
Can I leave it off or do I need to replace it.

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23 November 2001, 10:59 AM

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I asked this ages ago and got no real definite answer......

There may be a concern about the paintwork being affected by the heat in spots.....

Michelle

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23 November 2001, 11:02 AM

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Michelle, true ... it may not come off, but you could see some color changes on those spots.

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23 November 2001, 11:12 AM

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Cheers Theo

I ummed and arrred about it for ages and have decided not to as I have spent enough on my car already and don't wish to have to repaint my bonnet

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23 November 2001, 11:51 AM

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You can take it off, but you may end up "crazing" the paint on the bonnet above the hotspots. Still, it will take a while for this to happen, so if it's dangling off or looks cack, I suggest removing it!

Matt