In a message dated 11/26/2000 12:11:20 AM Central Standard Time,
alphachi@writeme.com writes:
> Thanks for the pics Scott. I have a few concerns.
> First, as you stated, TT's scoop may be more vulnerable to damage, and by
> design and material, this is highly likely.
> Second, it may help at highway speeds, but in stop and go traffic I doubt
> any improvement.
> Third, as with any classic, keeping the original intact as much as possible,
> especially the body style, is usually paramount.
> Finally, other alternatives may be less expensive and more effective over a
> wider range of driving. I can certainly testify to the effectiveness of
> Flex-a Lite's twin slimline elec.
Stephan,
I'll see over time if the new scoop breaks. That's certainly a potential
problem.
Terry says the new scoop is effective even at low speeds like maybe down to 5
mph. When stopped or in bumper to bumper traffic it can't help airflow, but,
if it lowers the temps before you hit a traffic jam, it at least buys you
some time.
The new scoop does effect originality and, in my opinion, doesn't look as
good as the original one since you now see the radiator and some of the wires
and hoses which run in front of it.
It is interesting that you have had good luck with the Flex-a-Lite fans.
Terry's article in the last issue of the Bricklin said electric fans didn't
help much. That has been my experience as well. I have a single large
electric fan in front if the condenser and it lowers engine temp less than 5
degrees. Perhaps your fans push a higher volume of air.
Scott
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