Hello, Mark. I’ve been, recently, researching engine compartment thermal load mitigation. Furthermore, I have noted conversations about Inconel. I intend to nip the, unnecessary, evil of “ heat soak ” in the bud. ‘ Hypothetical question : Realizing the expense and malleability of this extraordinary material ; what do you suppose the result would be if one were to have fabricated a laser-accurate ( glove-like ) custom lining of an entire Jeep Gladiator engine compartment, to include the hood ? Before I tackle the engine, itself proper, I would like to [ effectively and efficiently ], facilitate that undertaking. I will not be deterred by the heat of Nevada and Arizona. Thanks, for your consideration.
Well lining the entire lining of a engine compartment would be something. Inconel is extremely good in shielding heat, the only thought that comes to mind is I suspect controlling heat at its source (headers) would be a very effective way to control engine bay heat. By lining the engine compartment that would cost a fortune but ignoring that you would still want to have the headers (exhaust) done to manage heat away from the engine. I would also suggest not only the headers but exhaust down pipes further away from the engine. If you happen to have a built engine, say turbo that is a super high heat source as you most likely know. Interesting comment and idea, let me know how you proceed if you would. Cheers
Hi there, love the video, I was just wondering if you guys had any average statistics for typical engine bay temps? I am currently designing some engine components and need to gain a better understanding of race car engine temps for a race car, to aid in the FEA testing of that component
Yes/No, I have new sensors in the car and the engine ambient temp is also a new one which is allowing logging of engine bay temp as noted in this video. What needs to be done is making a few runs without the Inconel heat shield in place for comparisons. I will make a point of doing this and sharing once I have done so. If it would help to provide current engine bay temps (with the Inconel shields) as I log them now I can do that so let me know. thanks for watching!
@@NixonMotorsports Thank you for the reply, yes if you could provide the current temps with the inconel shields that would be super helpful and I'd appreciate that help greatly :)
@@tombell5599 Hi Tom, here is an example what I currently see with engine bay ambient temp measured at the top of the engine towards bulkhead. With outside air ambient temp 102F - Out lap 153F, lap1 176F, lap2 180F, lap3 179F, lap4 179F, lap5 182F, lap6 183F, lap7 183F, In lap 180F - overall average was 168F. I hope this helps.
i am going to have a go at wrapping as much of my exhaust headers as I can access without removing them as another measure. Also, maybe seeing what effect some 12V computer fans have at blowing the air down to try and force it under the car, or maybe out under the front wheel arches, as long as it doesnt interfere with the normal radiator fan airflow dynamics
Also, the main problem being my AC hoses degrading due to the heat, I may also wrap the AC high pressure hoses to try and insulate them from the heat from the headers, as they are very close to them. Its a GM LS2 V8 and a known design flaw of these engines
I mean, sure... But not what I'm looking for. I don't exactly have a race car, or even a performance car. I just have a toasty engine bay and wrapping my exaust with $100/ft fabric isn't exactly something that seems reasonable.
11:38 You just use the right word..... "Passive" ... The action of creating a barrier is called Pacification.
Hello, Mark.
I’ve been, recently, researching engine compartment thermal load mitigation. Furthermore, I have noted conversations about Inconel.
I intend to nip the, unnecessary, evil of “ heat soak ” in the bud.
‘ Hypothetical question :
Realizing the expense and malleability of this extraordinary material ; what do you suppose the result would be if one were to have fabricated a laser-accurate ( glove-like ) custom lining of an entire Jeep Gladiator engine compartment, to include the hood ?
Before I tackle the engine, itself proper, I would like to [ effectively and efficiently ], facilitate that undertaking.
I will not be deterred by the heat of Nevada and Arizona.
Thanks, for your consideration.
Well lining the entire lining of a engine compartment would be something. Inconel is extremely good in shielding heat, the only thought that comes to mind is I suspect controlling heat at its source (headers) would be a very effective way to control engine bay heat. By lining the engine compartment that would cost a fortune but ignoring that you would still want to have the headers (exhaust) done to manage heat away from the engine. I would also suggest not only the headers but exhaust down pipes further away from the engine. If you happen to have a built engine, say turbo that is a super high heat source as you most likely know. Interesting comment and idea, let me know how you proceed if you would. Cheers
Would longer headers with better flow reduce heat¿
Not a bad idea, would have to try it and see if helped. In my case, I have some limits on overall exhaust length. Cheers
Hi there, love the video, I was just wondering if you guys had any average statistics for typical engine bay temps? I am currently designing some engine components and need to gain a better understanding of race car engine temps for a race car, to aid in the FEA testing of that component
Yes/No, I have new sensors in the car and the engine ambient temp is also a new one which is allowing logging of engine bay temp as noted in this video. What needs to be done is making a few runs without the Inconel heat shield in place for comparisons. I will make a point of doing this and sharing once I have done so. If it would help to provide current engine bay temps (with the Inconel shields) as I log them now I can do that so let me know.
thanks for watching!
@@NixonMotorsports Thank you for the reply, yes if you could provide the current temps with the inconel shields that would be super helpful and I'd appreciate that help greatly :)
@@tombell5599 Hi Tom, here is an example what I currently see with engine bay ambient temp measured at the top of the engine towards bulkhead. With outside air ambient temp 102F - Out lap 153F, lap1 176F, lap2 180F, lap3 179F, lap4 179F, lap5 182F, lap6 183F, lap7 183F, In lap 180F - overall average was 168F. I hope this helps.
@@NixonMotorsports Thank you so much that is great help and much appreciated.
i am going to have a go at wrapping as much of my exhaust headers as I can access without removing them as another measure. Also, maybe seeing what effect some 12V computer fans have at blowing the air down to try and force it under the car, or maybe out under the front wheel arches, as long as it doesnt interfere with the normal radiator fan airflow dynamics
Also, the main problem being my AC hoses degrading due to the heat, I may also wrap the AC high pressure hoses to try and insulate them from the heat from the headers, as they are very close to them. Its a GM LS2 V8 and a known design flaw of these engines
sure give it a shot.
Thanks. I just visited ATP’s website, where they’ve posted images of [ exactly ] what I have in mind.
‘ Take care.
Use 100 setting for eminisity. If you do t it will be off by like 5 dagrees from what iv tested
I mean, sure... But not what I'm looking for. I don't exactly have a race car, or even a performance car. I just have a toasty engine bay and wrapping my exaust with $100/ft fabric isn't exactly something that seems reasonable.
Well, street car or race car it is a good idea to take care of heat in the engine bay. thanks