Miata Mailing List: August 1993, Message #105
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   From: Tom Manson <70244.3226@CompuServe.COM>
Subject: High Engine Compartment Temp
   Date: Sun, 15 Aug 1993 18:31:12 -0400


Readers,
With respect to the recent thread of information regarding high
engine compartment temperatures, do any of you recall the old
method of adding spacers to the hood hinges that was done back
in the late 60s and early 70s?  It occurred to me that this
might improve the engine compartment temp's and allow cooler
air to the intake.  I don't necessarily condone the change in
hood configuration, but it might be a solution to those of
you who are searching for improved cold air sources.  As I
recall, this was about the time that GM introduced the
"cowl induction," and the pressure in front ofthe windshield
assisted airflow to the intake in those vehicle configurations.
Any comments?
Tom Manson
Manson@fsd.com