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Old 11-19-2008, 01:35 AM   #1 (permalink)
Sean T.
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Hood blanket... literally? (engine compartment thermal insulation)

I know that most hoods have a "blanket" under them to insulate the engine compartment... I plan on getting a second one just to beef up the insulation.

I have been thinking... would it be worth it to get a large blanket or quilt and bungee it to the hood of the car when I run into the store or something, to keep the car warm if I am going to be more than 10 minutes? Or even to leave on my car while I am in class...

The theory seems to be good, but practicality might be difficult because if it snows, then I am stuck with a snow covered blanket to clean off and fold back into the trunk...

Anybody have any comments or thoughts???


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