CV2065 MKIV Roadster Build Thread #2 - Visors - Heat Shields - Saggy Pipe

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I bought these heat shields a while back from Backdraft. I had them ceramic coated the same color as the pipes. Easy enough to install just as long as you have a set of vice grips to squeeze the bracket in tight enough to take a bolt. Assembling the bracket on to the shield prior to install also helps. I'm pleased with the look overall and of course the 'snake bit' protection.

My last set were smoother on the top, but these assemble a little differently with the acorn nuts on top. I like the industrial look and the round perforated holes vs. square.





I did notice that my passenger side pipe continues to droop. I'm getting less and less a fan of the collector adjustable ball joint as I'd rather just deal with shims. You can tighten this thing until the cows come home and I think you'll get the same result over time.

So, I have a couple of options. One is to have the joint tack welded, but I'm going to hold off there. The other was to go with another Kleiner 'mod' and create some support at the collector. So that's what I did and after a quick trip to ACE Hardware and $20 in parts, I re-created Kleiner's solution and will be trying it out. Having the louver out made this a simple install.

I also saw in another build where someone strapped a stainless zip tie around the rubber support, which is probably something that I'll do as well, as these tend to stretch a little too much. Wish there was a harder version of the rubber.



Update: Went for another 'spirited' ride and the passenger pipe stayed put! Guess we'll see long term. I was going to buy a stainless zip tie to go around the rubber hanger but found these rubber hangers that already have a steel insert to maintain shape. I'll see how these work.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X94PQ12...fed_asin_title