hood insulation pad

[joelj]

Hi guys,

I saw that a hood insulation pad is available through SL classics. I was wondering if this was standard equipment on a 69  280sl. I recently acquired my 280sl and noticed that my hood has no insulation pad.

Many thanks,

Joelj

[rwmastel]

I don't think any W113 came with a hood insulation pad.

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420

[Tom]

It was not standard or even an option.  One could apply a pad but it may cause excessive engine heat build up.   A properly tuned engine and valve clearances should make the engine humm-no need for the pad.

Best,

Tom

1971 280sl Tunis Beige Metallic (restored & enhanced)
1971 280sl Tobacco Brown (low mileage stock)
1970 280sl Deep Red (Project Car)

[mdsalemi]

quote:Originally posted by joelj

Hi guys,

I saw that a hood insulation pad is available through SL classics. I was wondering if this was standard equipment on a 69  280sl. I recently acquired my 280sl and noticed that my hood has no insulation pad.

Many thanks,

Joelj

I hear on good authority that you should NOT use a hood pad.  The hood was made of aluminum specifically to dissapate heat; blocking the heat transfer is asking for trouble.


Michael Salemi
1969 280SL
Signal Red w/Black Leather
Restored