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Absolutely, they are near perfect cars.

Thanks!

You should!

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Thanks!

Working on a follow up to this video. I recently picked up some gear to track temps.

Lol 😂 whelp now you know

I mean, I did one for strut covers to keep the water out. Other than covering the vents and rear glass there’s not any great methods.

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Bubble rap works!

I hope you got something out of it!

@@GhostSpeedShop gave me ideas for convertible. Idk if the temps are the same to start cuz the convertible top kinda folds up partially right there between the engine and the trunk. Gotta see what I’m workin with

I did not. I read someone else saw temp differences of 30 degrees though.

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I cut that part out of the video, but they don’t really make sense. Why did GM put them there? They don’t function as a positive pressure vent like they would in a front engine car so pointless imo. Good call on covering them, they are one way from the inside out.

@@GhostSpeedShop I think they are there to allow air to escape the boot upon closing swiftly. This keeps the Delois from rebounding when slammed. Most people close it softly and let the latch draw it down. Keep up the cool videos.

@@markhooper2 ah with the soft close though I’m not sure it’s possible to slam them. Thanks!

Not anymore!

Unfortunately I don’t, someone claimed a 30 degree f temp difference.

God, that would be a terrible design if so.

That sounds like an idea so bad, that only a GM engineer would be willing to implement.

I have a concern this may create more heat in the engine bay specifically around the air box and mass airflow sensor area. I just put any heat sensitive items on the passenger side floorboard or seat

Your theory is unfortunately absolutely correct. What are the long term effects of restricting heat dissipation in such a critical area? The engine bay may overheat, more than it already does, and create far worse problems over time than having a hot trunk. This just seems like a natural consequence with mid-engine cars. Having storage in that area is already a convenience in utility that breaks the rules and, therefore, should be appreciated with its natural deficiencies in mind. Perhaps it went down like this: Chevy executives pitched that they needed a mid-engine car that has a trunk and is $65k. Chevy engineers said "That's not possible". Chevy executives replied "Make it happen". Corners had to be cut. It's Chevy after all. The unreliable company protected by the government whose CEO blatantly lied about being the number one EV manufacturer in the world about a year ago.

Yeah I’m thinking it might be easier just to get one of those soft-sided insulation ice chests and keep it in the trunk…that way engine heat can still transfer into the trunk but it won’t affect any cold food items. Probably wouldn’t even need ice as the cold food items would provide the cooling effect

I bought the sensors to do further testing but it’s winter now where I live and I won’t get accurate temps.

Yeah, every time I look at that beautiful intake I just think of how that’s 1/8th of the cost of Forced induction for this platform. I messed up and dropped 5k on something for the car, should be in a video soon! 😅 but yeah, long term goal is FI

@@GhostSpeedShop great video BTW. Atleast you chose red too lol

@@ProtectiveDadPranks thanks, I was between this red and the darker one when I Spec'd the car out.

DEI heat wrap

Because compared to other kits, it hangs low in awkward areas below the car rather than just outward from the car. It rubs on damn near everything. I only put it back on the car for shows at this point as driving the car with it installed is no fun.

@@GhostSpeedShop Are you lowered at all? We have no issues on the roads and are lowered 2"

Lowered 1 inch, still hits everything.

I’m assuming so, that strange though. My guess is the son hitting the top is heating it up? Maybe insulate the bottom side of the frunk lid? Even the front brake ducts push air right past the trunk so I’m not sure what would cause it to heat up.

Yup

I’ve heard it’s a 30 degree difference, I have the tools to measure them but need a bone stock coupe to compare to.

@@GhostSpeedShop mine is bone stock, what tool do I need to let you know the temp?

@@TechnoloG84 you’d have to be local to me, but they are these Bluetooth temp sensors. I have something lined up, here in a couple of weeks.

This assumes that the engine isn’t designed to keep itself cool

There’s definitely a noticeable temperature difference in the items I place in the trunk. I’ll have a part 2 to this video out soon with the temp data

It could be, but the air box material is a bit thicker than even the panel that goes into the trunk. I’ll bet the thickness insulated the air box pretty well. I’m sure enough airflow throw it helps keep it cool as well. I might need to test some shielding on the air box in the future to see if it makes a difference.

Every intake is subject to the heat of an engine...CAI isn't cold air, it's cooler air. LOL.

I’m not sure but deodorant no longer melted in the trunk afterwards. It was difficult to get measurements because I didn’t take them before I insulated.

No more bonus material for my videos after the comments on the video you are referring to.

@@GhostSpeedShop Didn't look at the comments but I can imagine. Sorry about that.

@@robertwelch5584 KZfaq cleaned them up, but they were pretty ridiculous for something so small. People are thirsty and have no self control apparently.

Bummer about that. I've got to admit I about died laughing when your wife climbed out of the frunk. Funniest thing I've seen in a while and your comments about safety, funnier. Oh, and I ordered both the insulation and film even though my C8 delivery is still 8 weeks away.

Make sure you get grille guards for the front too!

Understandable. I think most of the people who disagree must live in climates where it’s considerably cooler throughout the year.

There is already two one way vents in the back lower part of the trunk. They are pretty hard to see but they are there

Wild right?

None of them come with spare tires, I thought the cargo net was standard though.

@@GhostSpeedShop cargo net is standard on 2 and 3LT. At least that is my understanding.

Potentially, but the fan will quick on if it’s anywhere near too hot

lol 😂

It’s all good until you go on a roadtrip and anything sensitive in your suitcase in the back melts. Ie. deodorant. It’s not all about groceries.

@@GhostSpeedShop You make a good point. I have to be careful about what I put in the rear.

I keep the frunk fill of camera gear and cleaning supplies so there’s no room to throw stuff in there. But even on long trips if you throw your suitcase in the rear, your deodorant will melt.

Also we live in Hawaii where it’s hot all of the time, so it’s extra toasty in the trunk.

Yes and no, some people throw suitcases back there and various things melt ie deodorants, toothpastes and medications. Owners shouldn’t have to unpack just to store their bags. This could have been and easy fix from the factory.

Dang, never thought of that 😂

The airbox sees constant heat from the engine bay already. I think alot of people commenting negate the fact that the airbox is a very thick plastic that should be insulated enough from engine temps. Additionaly there is a constant flow of air through it that should stay cool. Unless anyone has data to state that IAT temps have risen after simply insulating their trunk, then I think the argument is bogus.

because GM does everything correct no?

Show the world data that backs this statement up. There has been no recorded increase in engine temps.

The heat is coming from the engine bay, not the exhaust. There’s plenty of heat shielding below the trunk, just not on the front side facing the engine.

Then why even comment? Even things like deodorant melt in suitcases in the rear trunk.

well, yeah. I would argue that if anything, GM made sure the intake was drawing in cool air regardless.

@@GhostSpeedShop Bad idea, The Cylinder head tempreture should not go above a certain temperature, if it does, your valves will over heat and than what. You better hope it doesn''t void your warranty.