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ChrstphrR · 10-27-2009, 08:44 PM

Aluminum Screening would work: Melting temperature of 660°C / 1220°F.

I had temporarily did a front engine cover/skidplate out of 1/8" perforated steel plate and it seemed to have a very, very minor effect on overall mileage. It weighed around 7lbs per sheet (24" x 36"). Steel too would not be adversely affected by temperatures from your exhaust.

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