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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 11:33 PM
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i know im always posting question threads.. but anyways.


if i get a carbon fiber valve cover will it melt? ive heard on boosted cars the stock valve covers will melt. does the same go with the cf cover?

and if not, where can i get one
Old Sep 15, 2009 | 11:34 PM
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It might not melt but it will fade and yellow a lot faster
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 12:39 AM
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your talking about the plastic cover right? I've seen people with those on boosted tc's. CF should be ok will def fade and yellow quicker. Put some heat shield on the inside you'll be ok.
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 01:48 AM
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heat shield plus heat wrap everything which should be done anyways
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 02:40 AM
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i have the stock plastic one on a turbo tc with a top mount manifold and no problems
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 01:59 PM
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where can i get the head shield film?
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 03:26 PM
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pegasusautoracing.com has some. They have different kinds not sure what is the best but here is a link.

http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/pro....asp?RecID=395
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 03:30 PM
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thanks dj
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