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Old 01-29-2002, 05:13 PM   #1
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Question Underhood mat

Can the underhood mat -- which I assume is for noise control -- be removed without any negative effects?
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Old 01-29-2002, 05:24 PM   #2
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Yes it can, it's just a dust collector anyway.
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Old 01-29-2002, 05:30 PM   #3
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Alright, but if the paint on my hood bubbles, it's your ***.
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Old 01-29-2002, 05:48 PM   #4
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Jeb:

Sure, it can be removed but it isn't pretty underneath and you'll get more engine noise coming through. Not much chance of paint problems with it removed. Your call here.
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... you'll get more engine noise coming through.

It's an American V8. It's supposed to be noisy.



Thanks for the advice, guys.
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Old 01-29-2002, 06:41 PM   #6
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Pulled mine out last year. Haven't had any paint problems, but it is fugly under there. I used a razor to cut out the exposed goo between the hood panels and repainted those spots, looks great now.
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Old 01-29-2002, 10:01 PM   #7
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Thumbs down nothing but a dust mop

took mine off 3 days after i bought my notch,that was 11 yrs ago
and the motor and hood still look like bran new
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Old 01-29-2002, 11:28 PM   #8
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I yanked it right after dinner.


IMHO, I think it looks a lot better. I bought a notch because they're the lightest and stiffest 'Stangs. I like the taut, purposeful look of the car. The exposed hood crossmembers just make it look like the weight is pared down to the absolute minimum.


Plus, how often do I have the hood open?
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Old 01-30-2002, 12:44 AM   #9
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Thumbs up you go boy

Jeb_Bush_2000 i like your attitude !
you have the right car for you !!! IN JOYMENT
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