Will removing the plastic engine cover help cool the engine faster?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by tankyuong, Jan 12, 2013.

  1. tankyuong

    tankyuong Senior Member

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    Since I covered the grille block
     
    #1 tankyuong, Jan 12, 2013
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    For best MPG, you want to retain engine heat.
     
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    I would think that removing the grill block would cool the engine faster.

    But then why did you block the grill in the first place?
     
    #3 gliderman, Jan 12, 2013
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    These engines run so cool, that making 'em cooler is the last thing you want to do...
     
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