Engine blankets - do they raise engine temps?

[EastFreo]

I have seen a few members have purchased engine blankets to quieten their Defenders like this - Vehicle acoustic engine blankets - NK Group (http://www.nkgroup.co.uk/product/vehicle-acoustic-engine-blankets/)

Sounds like a good idea (excuse the pun) but do they make a difference to engine temps in our Australian heat?

[Beery]

Failing advice from anyone with actual experience coming forward...I wouldn't use them in anything above about 20 degrees celcius ambient temps.

Airlfow for cooling is already enough of a problem in the Defender engine bay.

Lining the bonnet could be a better solution. Thats what im thinking of doing anyway.

[harro]

I have seen a few members have purchased engine blankets to quieten their Defenders like this - Vehicle acoustic engine blankets - NK Group (http://www.nkgroup.co.uk/product/vehicle-acoustic-engine-blankets/)

Sounds like a good idea (excuse the pun) but do they make a difference to engine temps in our Australian heat?

I have one on mine, fitted it maybe 5 years ago.
I also have a tm4 fitted to monitor engine and transmission temps.

The blanket just drapes over the factory acoustic cover and no noticeable increase in running temps.
We also tow a KK camper.

Paul.

[Bazzle218]

I have one on mine, fitted it maybe 5 years ago.
I also have a tm4 fitted to monitor engine and transmission temps.

The blanket just drapes over the factory acoustic cover and no noticeable increase in running temps.
We also tow a KK camper.

Paul.

The million dollar question did you notice a significant drop in noise. ?

[harro]

The million dollar question did you notice a significant drop in noise. ?


Bang for buck without doubt the single biggest improvement in noise reduction and I have lined the cabin as well.

Cheers,
Paul.