I fitted the Bushskinz underbody armour and was happy with the ease of fitting, the look and the protection it gives.
But…………………………………….
I have found that, in hot weather, the performance is reduced and the fuel consumption increased when compared to the same conditions with the OE tin foil protection for the intercooler.
I am assuming that it is because the airflow over the intercooler is much reduced when compared to stock, but I am not 100% sure.
Has anyone else found this effect?
Has anyone done anything to correct it? That might be drilling more holes through the plate (but this will reduce its strength) or upgrading the intercooler? I have a winch fitted to the bullbar so that second option might be difficult.
But…………………………………….
I have found that, in hot weather, the performance is reduced and the fuel consumption increased when compared to the same conditions with the OE tin foil protection for the intercooler.
I am assuming that it is because the airflow over the intercooler is much reduced when compared to stock, but I am not 100% sure.
Has anyone else found this effect?
Has anyone done anything to correct it? That might be drilling more holes through the plate (but this will reduce its strength) or upgrading the intercooler? I have a winch fitted to the bullbar so that second option might be difficult.
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