STAY COOL!! HOW TO MAKE A DIY HEAT SHIELD

[@christopherjefferson3561]

As for the rubber, door weather stripping for cars work great

[@chrismajeed3289]

Great idea and use of resources. Great payback for the cost involved and tremendous for DIY car people. Thank you!

[@thfreakinacage]

Love a good old bit of CAD: Cardboard Aided Design! :D

[@joaquinpinon2872]

I’ve always enjoyed making things work on my own. Totally appreciate your effort. Thanks for keeping it clean, God bless you

[@KnineLiveZ]

Dope video. Love the creativity the car community brings.

[@DM-wp9vq]

Tin snips/sheet metal shears. Also, you absolutely need to prime & seal the holes you drill into the car (if you didn't do that already) so that they won't rust. Even in a dry/dry-ish climate there will be moisture at some point and it will invade those unprotected holes. Rust Never Sleeps. Your heat shield looks great by the way!

[@_GarageThings]

Mike D Hey thanks for the tips! Didn’t even think of that.. I’ll have to go back and seal those holes 👍

[@IneptVirus]

Pro tip, you can use blutack or play-doh for clearance checking as well. Stuff the putty on it and then close the bonnet :)

[@_GarageThings]

Genius!! Thank you!!

[@joshuasims7357]

i was thinking of taking a level on a 2x4 across the fender surface where the hood meets it but this would be more exact. but i guess the foam would take care of minor miscalculations

[@paulhughes3961]

So auto shop payed off in Hi School. That's a very nice job.

[@hcic9860]

Now THAT'S a how to do it DYI vid!! Excellent amount of detail, thanx 4 not skimping on any info 👍🏻

[@domenicutalktomuchziomickm1292]

Awesome video thanks for sharing you really helped me with this great idea 💡 thank you 🙏🏻 sooo much 🇦🇺👍🏻 you did a great job..

[@ericmccolough2482]

Great job, those pop nuts are brilliant! Cheers mate!!

[@crue3139]

Wow it looks fantastic. Definitely going to be making one of these for my speed3 soon. Just can't justify spending the money on the corksport one if I can just make one myself that works just as well.

[@aayaanahmed9478]

This project was sick, that's all I'm gna say. Gna be starting mine soon.

[@benkasper4035]

Looks great, where is it actually pulling air from though? It looks like you sealed it off too well?

[@_GarageThings]

Thanks! Ya that was a concern I had too! Some air comes thru from near the upper right side of the radiator (facing the car).. there is also a hole under the headlight housing, pulling air from the front of the wheel well/bumper area.. I just recently fab'd up a vent hose to take air from the front bumper inlet and direct it thru that hole.. It seems to work well

[@TheDrunkenMug]

Wow, nice attention to detail. Good information and workmanship, well done !

[@bobmarley8000]

I am very impressed with how this turned out, definitely feeling inspired

[@hendowg713]

Great job

[@_GarageThings]

Thanks!

[@jagplaha9959]

The sad part is, after all that dedicated work, it's been proven the dyno'd HP and TQ difference with CAI's is not even substantial enough. It may definitely "sound" better but the stock airbox with a K&N FILTER is thee fastest and most cost effective improvement.

[@ryanfrizz]

k&n filters are trash, not only does the oil from them get sucked into the sensors and throttle body but their filtering efficiency is laughably bad compared to a standard oem paper filter.

[@jagplaha9959]

@@ryanfrizz - K&N filters or dry BC filters, whatever you like John, either way go online or watch a few KZbin videos, you will see dyno runs showing CAI kits making very little improvement at all compared to stock air boxes with aftermarket filters

[@_GarageThings]

Thanks for the input!! You are correct sir! I'm sorry if you were looking for info on making large HP gains :/ (try searching "forced induction") However, after all my dedicated work, I did happen to learn something about basic fabrication and I managed to keep some hot air out of my current intake setup. Personally, that's a win-win!

[@jagplaha9959]

@@_GarageThings - AMEN brother! Huge respect for taking on the task of fabricating and building something from scratch you can call your own! Those are projects and experiences you will always learn from! Keep up the hard work and the motivation - definitely a win-win!

[@_GarageThings]

@@jagplaha9959 Thank you!! :D

[@Loki.uk70]

All the time and effort and also money spent on this and you could not get 30 cents worth of toothpicks???

[@hemiboy9860]

Im gonna be modding my CAI intake by swaoping out the filter with a 6 in velocity stack and i need a heat shield thanks for the tips

[@lancemillward2462]

tabs were genius

[@isaalb33]

I'm very fan of diy this is amazing I just need to buy extra tools that the ones I already got

[@kingrole.__4618]

Can i know the thickness of the aluminium that youre using?

[@_GarageThings]

26 gauge galvanized steel

[@truthtimetv4575]

this convinced me its worth the extra $90 to get the intake for my car that includes a heat shield LOL

[@hotrodray6802]

most of the shields that ive seen suck a LOT of engine air.

[@SafeShifter]

Thank you very much! Really informative video.

[@beexiong9047]

Nice.

[@laziboi519]

I wish you could make on for me 🤣I have an 2013 audi a6 3.0t but I don't want to spend $300+ for a intake system

[@hugacreeper69110]

Good options for intake systems are the cts and k&n intakes they range from $250-$280 but honestly pick up a spectre intake from Autozone and slap it on to your oe maf hose/intake hose you’ll get all the sounds that the expensive systems give you minus the heat shield then you can just follow this video for the shield good luck!

[@frontporchswingin1359]

Fantastic! This gave me some great ideas💡👍 You sir, have earned your PhD in garage engineering! New Sub too

[@julianoliva2850]

Where did u get the flexible rubber protection on the upper lip ?? Thanx Uuh sorry i missed that part now i know! If any one knows the correct rubber band that goes on the upper edge let me know please! N i will share my design with u. Blessings!

[@johnsullivan937]

man that came out looking really freaking good. I remember on my first car back in high school I decided to make my own intake heat shield out of cardboard wrapped in aluminum foil lmao. Needless to say yours looks (and probably functions) 100 times better than mine did

[@_GarageThings]

Thank you!! I've done some suspect mods back in high school as well.. You're not alone!! Lol

[@Blakethegoat]

Lol how did the cardboard not catch on fire

[@sebgp9102]

Great video. I need to make a heat shield myself, but unfortunately patience and finesse aren't my strong points. Definitely looks doable though.

[@morganfreeman5171]

In my opinion it's best to have a big airtight airbox directly routed to the front of the road, but I must say it's nice build man,good job !

[@VoiresGarage]

sick job mate

[@DanneyTanner]

I like cool air up my nose in the evenings also.

[@manny6584]

Vehicles already have a cold air intake from the factory, and it's not restrictive at all.

[@_GarageThings]

@@manny6584 that’s correct 👍

[@archer1483]

ingenious!

[@Xanderdegroot]

Very nice video! Maybe the best one I found. But where is the air coming from? because the filter is now almost boxed / closed when closing the hood. Kind regards, Xander

[@luk3642]

Through the bumper

[@maxtaxplusdotnet]

@@luk3642 *Grill

[@tserevenad]

nice job, well done.

[@canuckle7shucks]

Real cold air intakes actually suck air from outside the engine bay. A stock air box will inject colder air than these short ram examples.

[@hotrodray6802]

He has done well and it has a big hole behind the bumper for cold air. He says it works very well.

[@KainEvans]

Not gonna lie i reckon the cardboard would of done the job 😂 just duck tape it and throw a K&N sticker on it. I might try it haha maybe duck tape and heat resistant tape

[@backseatcovers]

It’s almost painful watching the amount of trial and error you go through. I’m probably gonna eat my words when I try doing this myself though. In any case, it’s a huge money saving - those aftermarket cold air intakes ain’t cheap!

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

I want to get a cold air intake for my '96 corolla but want a heat shield so the heat from the engine doesn't stick to the filter (obviously) but the way the factory air box is designed looks kinda strange, it has a hole on the bottom (under the factory drop in filter) but it leads to something & idk what it does exactly would I need to remove it if I ever make a DIY heat shield for the cold air intake? it uses clips to the hold the whole air box down

[@_GarageThings]

Usually the hole under the factory air box will have a plastic tube attached, directing air to the intake.. Sometimes, these are removed and misplaced.. That could possibly be what happened to yours I couldn't tell you exactly without seeing it.. But I imagine, you should remove all the airbox components if you are replacing it with a aftermarket intake system..

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

@@_GarageThings it still has that tube just don't know I would mount one without it hanging kinda loose cause it sits a little higher above the transmission

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

@@_GarageThings finally decided to buy the intake will it be difficult to build one though? I obviously don't want engine heat to stick to the filter

[@christopherjefferson3561]

Very well done my friend. Now get u some medical grade water activated fiberglass ina roll and make it from composite! I’m doing an intake now for a bmw 328i and and all in I’m at $60 or bucks. Not bad compared to $400!

[@randydelacruzpalmado7698]

When the hood get close , there's a hot air also sunction by the air filter

[@pr1sm55]

Take it a notch further: Heat reflective wrap. Proven to do a little but at least does something!

[@forgottenknowledge8917]

I'm just gonna reuse my airbox to cover the back. That'll work

[@manuelester7420]

They have something that construction workers use to add cement over brick walls, as if it were cake cream. It's like chicken wire, except the holes are way smaller. You can make an air box out of this stuff and cover it with fiberglass and resin and it will be air tight and light weight. Someone please try it and make a video about it.

[@jamesj.litteriojr.433]

I have to say this was one the best videos I've seen for DIY stuff...Definitely worth the 16 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And great idea with using the blue tape to see where it stuck to the hood!!! Doesn't it just feel great to do your own custom work even if it takes some time?!!!!! KUDOS MY MAN!!!!! :) ;)

[@_GarageThings]

Thank you!! Definitely happy with the outcome!!

[@jamesj.litteriojr.433]

@@_GarageThings More than welcome!!!

[@Mathewmartialart]

does a heatshield, and completely ignores the massive gap going into the heatshild where the heat will easily flow to.

[@_GarageThings]

Did my very best to avoid any "massive gaps". I did recently add a vent hose from grill opening to the air filter area. This keeps the cool air entering the filter. Even before venting, the shield is a huge improvement vs before, when the air filter was directly exposed to exhaust manifold area. In fact, many companies sell heat shields that don't completely enclose the air filter - a simple barrier that absorbs some of the heat does help quite a bit.. Thanks for watching

[@razeroh]

my question is if i NEED a heatshield?

[@derftyme]

good ideas and done with general shop tools!!! ima give this way a shot thanks!

[@alejolinterna]

after and before temperature check????????????????????????????????????????????????

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

so I have the short ram intake (aka hot air intake) & besides thin sheet metal, what other stuff would I need to start making a heat shielf? (yes I'm aware I'll also need high temp paint & a heat barrier)

[@qazeqaz]

Nice video about to do something similar on my car.

[@julianoliva2850]

Great im planning to do one to upgrade. The intake from my 2011 chevy Colorado right now makin the design to improve the one that sells k&n didn't found one from another brand. Thanx Saludos desde Ensenada México 🍀🎶🍻😉

[@AbdulwahabSabrin]

What is the thickness of plates you used

[@JoLRico]

This seem like it took you some time and more money to get it done than just buying the box, was it worth it?

[@_GarageThings]

Great question! Prior to making this, I hadn't even checked to see if K&N made a plug-and-play option for my Miata. I just wanted to make something haha But I should have included build costs in the video. Here's a rough breakdown of the materials as I remember: Vent Pipe - $15 (home depot) Stick-on Heat Wrap - $18 (amazon) Aluminum brackets and Hose - $5 (home depot) Paint - $0 (already had it) Total for materials = $38 I already had all the tools aside from the Rivet tool ($5) and Rivnut tool ($25, both from harbor frieght), which I see as somewhat of an investment since I get to use these in the future. After a bit of searching, it appears that K&N does not make a heat shield for my application. But I did see comparable heat shields for other intake brands are around the $100 range. Would I recommend building over buying? It depends.. If you want to save a few bucks and you have the tools, confidence and will to build it, then go for it!! Or, you can spend a little extra and buy it.. But I should add, it is VERY satisfying seeing something I built every time I pop the hood :)

[@brownhairydog6472]

So in essence you've gone from a factory airbox with cold air intake to an aftermaket pod which then needs heat shielding!

[@_GarageThings]

And I couldn't be happier! I've also, upgraded my suspension - in essence, removing my factory suspension (with struts and springs) and replacing it with aftermarket suspension (with struts and springs) But good news for some people - you don't have to upgrade or modify your car if you don't want to!

[@dirrenbb]

Thank u

[@jacob_721]

This guy secretly works for k & N

[@nicholaskoenig3106]

TinSnips might work a better for sure. The siding your house type. 👍🏻💯 #goodwork

[@thomasharris5151]

Black door-edge molding would’ve been best vs the gas line… overall great tutorial with the DIY heat shield

[@ShortsStockton]

6:32 music feels like I'm about to select my garage on the map of GT2

[@catmunkyafzainizam5137]

Good job bro. I'm already make heat shield with fiberglass. Now just put CAI for it. That makes it better.

[@jimmadalerichardson792]

Nice job. Too bad your life just past you by. Great music

[@_GarageThings]

Thanks!! i think lol

[@castironwayne4603]

Nicely done i did something but i use bookshelf hangers they vome n 3 different sizes but i like the gas hose trim i wasn't for sure what i was going to used on the edges so tks for content

[@DrivenPHPOV]

What type of material is good for the airbox. Would be better for it to not be easily melted and also not be extremely hot when at long drives

[@666-u1l]

If my engine is pretty far from my air filter do i still need the heat shield? My car is a Seat Leon 1M 1.9 TDi 150 hp it this is going to help if you want to see their positions under the hood. Sorry for my bad english

[@_GarageThings]

I'm not familiar with that application.. Generally, if your air filter is in a location that gets heat from another area, it would help to create a barrier to stop some of that heat.. I suggest checking the forums and asking other ppl with the same car.. Hope this helps!

[@666-u1l]

@@_GarageThings gcdn.polovniautomobili.com/user-images/thumbs/1895/18954579/5c42c11f2eec-800x600.jpg hope that this photo will make you to get an idea over it

[@alienweed6396]

What were the gains? I looks like it still draws air from engune bay which is hot

[@_GarageThings]

My intentions weren’t to make HP gains.. the goal was to create a barrier between the hottest area in the engine bay (exhaust manifold) and the intake filter in hopes to draw in less hot air and essentially not lose HP from the heat There is an opening allowing cooler air from in front of the filter to the main bumper inlet, so that helps too According to the butt-dyno, there’s a noticeable difference, especially on hot days and long drives. It seems that the car isn’t being “choked” with hot air, if that makes sense Hope this helps!

[@alienweed6396]

@@_GarageThings nice seems legit. I thought there was no hole for ambiente air to come in. Ima do something similar to my car ive been seeing a lot of positive feed back and ita cheaper amd better than a cai

[@ayojex]

Well done. Definitely enjoyed the whole process. Will make something like this also, but with a top cover (rain cover) coz my hood has vents. Keep up the great work 💪🍻

[@figoamigo2692]

love the thumbnail 😂😂

[@mboyd3361]

Doing the exact same thing 👍

[@thestig560]

You have a new subscriber sir!

[@Aglai76]

Link to that cold air intake?

[@skychan375]

How thick is the metal sheet??? Any idea??

[@_GarageThings]

26 gauge = 0.45mm galvanized steel

[@hotrodray6802]

GOOD TIMING. 👍👍2 hrs ago I was sitting here planning my custom CAI.

[@Gourmondise]

You could also wrap the intake pipe in silver tape.

[@draganraducu]

Great job, be careful that is earthed to the car now . Make sure it doesn't give you problems.

[@Nissan370_z]

Id never put that on my 370z. Just going to let a bit more air in and it won't be as filtered as the stock filters. The thing is if you can see through the filter then don't use it. Mine as well just go without a filter. Not worth a 5hp gain lol

[@_GarageThings]

Hi, thanks for your comment! But you may have missed the point of this video - how to make a heat shield, to avoid heat soaking your engine If you are looking for HP gains, try searching "forced induction" Cheers!

[@perjian1697]

Halfway in I thought I was watching a shitshow but it ended up looking very nice and pro. Great job.

[@_GarageThings]

Lol Thank you.. I felt that way too after watching this again.. The zip-tie clearance technique was pretty dumb in hindsight

[@MohdArif-jj5fv]

Good idea.i can make my own in take cover.TQ

[@moneeb343]

That tape high-spot trick was SWEEEEEET! Great job man this was awesome, definitely going to be my weekend project now.

[@alexnapora4006]

Dude that’s awesome I’ll pay you to build me one lol

[@camarol88]

You could make the templates available online.

[@bigbearcustom5811]

Thanks man, it's gone a be my next project. Because of you now know i know the right way to do it my own custom p-flow box.

[@gabegutz1151]

Where does it get its air from if its covered

[@_GarageThings]

Air comes in from an opening at the front where the radiator is.. also an opening under the front headlight where I routed a 3" flex hose from the bumper air dam.. This forces cool air into that space.. It actually makes a big difference! I've been meaning to do a video on that

[@reclaimer3439]

What a great build and video! Does the shield reduce the sound from the intake at all?

[@matthewwestover6569]

Big help, thanks!

[@lawrencesiemsen1083]

with patience comes success .great job!!!

[@cunguyen4487]

👍

[@vincentyap3188]

so dude, how the performance of your car after install this shit?

[@hotrodray6802]

watch the video

[@benjaminhernandez698]

Great video so much cheaper then buying a heat shield

[@JohnBoulding]

Oem airbox actually is a CAI

[@Siriusgxmiq]

No its not

[@JohnBoulding]

@@Siriusgxmiq yes, it is,lol. It's an enclosed box,made from a thermal resistant plastic, placed in an area that gets colder air from the front of the car; that IS a Factory CAI system. Car companies use these guys called "engineers", who make these things, lol.

[@hotrodray6802]

if its not colder air than the factory induction tubes then its HOTTER.

[@JohnBoulding]

@@hotrodray6802 that pile he's using is actually a heat sink, being so long and right next to the engine all along it's run. These guys think making more noise makes more power...sheesh.

[@TheNoblegentlemen377]

Good job very industrious

[@rcaxialscx10]

that's amazing top stuff !

[@viniciusfernandes7915]

Awesome ideas!!!! Really impressive 👏🏻

[@hugacreeper69110]

Hey what was that tubing you used for the edges? And is it fairly heat resistant?

[@_GarageThings]

It's a fuel hose which is fairly heavy-duty rubber.. Most any plastic or rubber would be ok [in the engine bay] as long it's not touching the exhaust manifold or anything else that could melt it

[@FichSKillroeye]

2 words, hand break

[@navydad82]

Yo, you did an awesome job!! The measurement techniques seem invaluable! I'm definitely going to do this for my '99 ES300!!!

[@_GarageThings]

Hey thank you! Ya I honestly could have done better with my measurements (especially between the shield and hood).. Spending extra time measuring will definitely show in the end.. Good luck!!

[@navydad82]

@@_GarageThings I'll have to update you when it is completed!!

[@tayger0]

​@navydad82 hey I have an 01 es300, how did this turn out??

[@joshuasims7357]

thanks for the ideas