RRRacing CF Heat shield - Install Issues
#16
RCF/GSF engine bays are basically the same - same engine, same supporting structures, etc.
Steve
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Its not as simple to install, i had to cut the trim plus figuring out where the vacuum tubes install as there were nonclear directions
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#19
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Seems like he cut the heat shield for that bracket. Good idea? I guess
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Ok, so just got a GSF in the shop, no issues installing:
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The entire function of this part depends on cutting the trim to introduce a new cold air pathway to the airbox, the datalog results and affect on intake temps are very apparent and shown here:
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#25
Yeupers, that's the entire point of this product
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#26
Here’s the thing, you are not cutting OEM trim “to make aftermarket part fit.” Reason for cutting the trim is 100% functional, otherwise there is no path for cool air from the fender area to enter the airbox. So it is absolutely critical to cut the trim. It’s also easy yo cut, using utility knife or even cutting shears.
The entire function of this part depends on cutting the trim to introduce a new cold air pathway to the airbox, the datalog results and affect on intake temps are very apparent and shown here:
The entire function of this part depends on cutting the trim to introduce a new cold air pathway to the airbox, the datalog results and affect on intake temps are very apparent and shown here:
#27
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That's my GSF that Rafi posted recent pics of. If you have any questions or need more detailed pics just lmk. I was there and watched the install.
#28
I think it looks like OP is trying to place the heat shield further in than it should be. The ones who have theirs properly fitted have their heat shield slightly angled to the left from the ridges of the airbox. OP's is too much to the right and i believe it should fit better if its pushed to the left a little bit so it will sit naturally.
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I'm installing mine on my RCF the other day. I did have to trim just like everyone else the left side of the plastic liner. That wasn't bad. Just kept cutting more off little by little until it was a pretty much exact fit. I didn't want to see a huge hole/gap like I have seen others install it.
Fitment still isn't great. I feel this should have been molded slightly better. It does get hung up on the air box like the OP pointed out. I'm not sure why the one side isn't wider and longer so it clips down on the air box in the front rather than kinda just sitting there. I also didn't use the supplied silicone hose because the inner diameter is wrong, it's too small. I bought a 4-5' OEM line from Toyota. Part below in the picture if anyone wants to stay with OEM. Probably could have gone to the parts store to get some rubber line but I figured I know OEM lines last 10+ years and this matches. The silicone hose supplied didn't match anything so it stuck out to me. I will note that my kit came with a black bolt which I prefer. I've see other pictures of a silver bolt which looks out of place. Titanium might be cool depending on where one could source it.
Note nothing is installed yet but it's close. I just have to route the lines and then attach the vacuum solenoid.
New Toyota hose on left. Hose taken off intake on right. Same diameter! I'll post a picture of the RR racing silicon hose that is the incorrect diameter.
I also installed the components differently. I didn't like how you mounted the horn on the firewall. That seems tacky as hell and just attaching a nut through the bottom of the firewall. See how I mounted things using the brackets still and mounting points. It looks much cleaner to me like this.
-Nigel
Fitment still isn't great. I feel this should have been molded slightly better. It does get hung up on the air box like the OP pointed out. I'm not sure why the one side isn't wider and longer so it clips down on the air box in the front rather than kinda just sitting there. I also didn't use the supplied silicone hose because the inner diameter is wrong, it's too small. I bought a 4-5' OEM line from Toyota. Part below in the picture if anyone wants to stay with OEM. Probably could have gone to the parts store to get some rubber line but I figured I know OEM lines last 10+ years and this matches. The silicone hose supplied didn't match anything so it stuck out to me. I will note that my kit came with a black bolt which I prefer. I've see other pictures of a silver bolt which looks out of place. Titanium might be cool depending on where one could source it.
Note nothing is installed yet but it's close. I just have to route the lines and then attach the vacuum solenoid.
New Toyota hose on left. Hose taken off intake on right. Same diameter! I'll post a picture of the RR racing silicon hose that is the incorrect diameter.
I also installed the components differently. I didn't like how you mounted the horn on the firewall. That seems tacky as hell and just attaching a nut through the bottom of the firewall. See how I mounted things using the brackets still and mounting points. It looks much cleaner to me like this.
-Nigel
Last edited by nigel821; 11-09-21 at 09:42 AM.
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