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Snowman9000
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013

Why the steel plate on MH exhaust outlets?

What is the purpose of the steel plate which is attached with a u-bolt to the exhaust pipe where it comes out from under the exterior wall of the MH? I never noticed them before, but saw them on several brands on dealer lots recently.

You can see it here:

Class C

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    j-d
    Explorer II
    Dec 05, 2013
    Yeah, it's a Heat Shield. They turn up in various places. Catalytic Converters render the exhaust much hotter than it was in the old days. To look at the pic you posted, having one at the edge of what's essentially a Plastic Body is a great idea.
    Is that SunSeeker gonna be yours? Looks good. For the record, although both of our C's have been on Ford, I'd be very glad to have a Chevy platform. More cab room, better ride, better tracking, youbetcha! Now with a Six-Speed, even better!

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