It sounds like you have done almost everything you can to reduce heat
transfer. I don't think there is a great solution.
Another thing you can do is increase the efficiency of the AC. I expect you
have heard about the need to align the air box so that you aren't losing some
of the airflow. You can also put in a stronger fan so the AC puts out more
air.
Scott
-----Original Message-----
From: Greg Schroeder <gschroeder@comcast.net>
To: Bricklin@autox.team.net
Sent: Mon, Jun 14, 2010 3:44 pm
Subject: [Bricklin] Floorboard heat
Has anyone resolved the issue of floorboard heat? I have installed PVC
sound/heat shield in the floor, lizard skin on the firewall, transmission
tunnel and under the seats. I am still having issues with heat. In a short
10 mile trip the floor heat will hit around 115 F. The passenger side it a
little better at 101 F. I am getting ready to try exhaust wrap since the
pipes are over 200 near the floorboard. Engine temps are good at 180 F. I
am
not sure what else to try to get this heat down and make the car comfortable
for a long drive. Right now it is the only thing preventing me from taking
my
car to the meet since I have a 3 1/2 hour drive and there are issues after 10
miles. Even if I could trailer it I am not sure it would be comfortable to
drive for very long.
Greg 0036
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