Max Heim wrote:
> I wouldn't jump to any conclusions... Some cars have fiberglass bonnets,
> yes, but are they as close to the engine and manifolds as the MGB bonnet?
> And are their engine compartments as restricted ventilation-wise?
>
> I can get a fiberglass hood for my 1967 Barracuda, but there must be a foot
> of air space between the cylinder heads and the underside of the hood, and
> it has a full-width insulation pad. Not to mention a relatively enormous
> amount of room for air circulation.
>
> I think you would have to assume at least 200 degree temps for the underside
> of the bonnet. But if it's really a concern, an empirical test is in order.
The Victor has a lot less space under the bonnet than a B does and it
has the MGB power train and a fiberglass bonnet. I have driven the car
long distances when the ambient temps were over 110 f. with no sign of
any sort of damage.
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