First DIY: Mesh Radiator Protector
#151
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Just to throw an interesting inquiry for discussion: do you know how much restricted air flow is applied when using this type of mesh? I'm guilty to use a mesh myself, but I previously considered and installed the OE center radiator that adds about 40% increase in area for cooling, so I'm using a "honeycomb" (similar to the one in the GT4) with an open area of 77% (23% restriction) so all in all, still a positive cooling area ( just to be in the safe side). Granted, I don't track the car, but I'm in TX so high temperature is the norm here and I like the car to be steady always to optimal temp of 218F. I usually drive in these current temps (approaching to 110F steady), and car barely reach 230F, even in heavy traffic, so I guess that the fans and the cooling system is up to the task. But wondering if it is the case with only the standard side radiators and a mesh.
I read on other threads and forums that some people are against to use it; mainly because none of the 997s (non GTs) came with mesh from factory. So airflow restriction is something to consider? O maybe the variable speed fans just compensate for this air restrictions? For GT cars with factory installed mesh protection for radiators, I guess that size and cooling area were considered in the design with the mesh in place.
So the topic is highly to discussion to those favor and against. Personally, I think that cooling capacity (considering that the system is working as intended -by design-) always must be capable to provide proper cooling and must perform well in all type of climates, temperature ranges and even with heavy load from occasional track use as expected. I think is just a good topic to discuss as everybody can have different expectations due to its particular use, climate, etc.
I read on other threads and forums that some people are against to use it; mainly because none of the 997s (non GTs) came with mesh from factory. So airflow restriction is something to consider? O maybe the variable speed fans just compensate for this air restrictions? For GT cars with factory installed mesh protection for radiators, I guess that size and cooling area were considered in the design with the mesh in place.
So the topic is highly to discussion to those favor and against. Personally, I think that cooling capacity (considering that the system is working as intended -by design-) always must be capable to provide proper cooling and must perform well in all type of climates, temperature ranges and even with heavy load from occasional track use as expected. I think is just a good topic to discuss as everybody can have different expectations due to its particular use, climate, etc.
Last edited by FlatsixS; 08-28-2023 at 09:22 PM.
#152
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Has anyone tried this Customgrills.com kit for 997.1? It has the pre-cut pieces. I am wondering how precise the fit was and if any neoprene rubber edging was used.
https://www.customcargrills.com/prod...0508_Pors_Carr
https://www.customcargrills.com/prod...0508_Pors_Carr