The heat shield isn't for keeping the sun out, it's for keeping the heat under the hood and the paint on your hood. It would be worth a few extra bucks for a little extra protection in the long run.
----------Robert LarryT wrote: > Howdy - > I need a hood pad for the '78 240D and noticed Rusty sells one with, and > one without a heatshield. > > Living in Va I'm not sure I need the heatshield. While I don't mind > extra protection, if the heatshield is only needed when traversing Africa in > high summer, it might be a waste to put it on mine. But, if it will make > the AC work easier I'll go for it - > > Comments? > > Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) > www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts > Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil > PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net > Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs > . > > > _______________________________________ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com