{"product_id":"car-builders-direct-to-heat-muffler-shield","title":"Car Builders Direct To Heat Muffler Shield, 480 x 600mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"answer-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a muffler shield that clamps straight onto the hot can. A woven ceramic core sits inside a dimpled aluminium skin, it is flameproof, rated to 1000°C continuous and 1350°C peak, and one 480 x 600mm sheet wraps a typical muffler with clamps supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMuffler heat problems it sorts out\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA muffler cooking the floor pan and cabin above it.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ceramic core sits right on the can and holds the heat in before it reaches the floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNearby parts sitting beside a bare, hot can.\u003c\/strong\u003e The shield mounts directly on the muffler, so the metal around it is no longer exposed to the raw surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulky wraps that will not fit between the can and the chassis.\u003c\/strong\u003e The sheet is 9mm thick, compact, light and bends to the shape of the muffler body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA heat wrap that shifts on the muffler.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece is held down with the radiator hose clamps that come with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the aluminium and ceramic combination works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe woven ceramic layer does the insulating and the dimpled aluminium outer protects it and holds its shape. You fold the aluminium over the trimmed ceramic so the edges are sealed in, then clamp the whole parcel to the muffler with the ceramic touching the can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e480 x 600mm embossed aluminium sheet with a woven ceramic core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e800mm radiator hose clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much of the muffler should I cover?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCar Builders recommend covering about 270° of the muffler and leaving the rest open so it can vent. One 480 x 600mm sheet is supplied, so lay it over your muffler first to see how far it reaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich mufflers and exhaust parts does it suit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a flat sheet sized for a typical muffler rather than one exhaust. Car Builders also say it bends to suit other hot parts of the exhaust system, so offcuts are not wasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting the shield to a muffler\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Scissors for the ceramic and a tool to tighten the hose clamps. Work on a cold exhaust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrape the ceramic blanket over the muffler to mark out the area you want covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the ceramic down to that size with scissors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay the trimmed ceramic on the embossed aluminium sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold the aluminium back over the ceramic with a full 180 degree fold so it is enclosed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer the parcel up to the muffler with the ceramic side down against the can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo up the supplied radiator hose clamps around the muffler to hold it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c9rOfrE-eDo\" title=\"Direct To Heat Muffler Shield video\" loading=\"lazy\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BW45DFizI-k\" title=\"Direct To Heat Muffler Shield video\" loading=\"lazy\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMuffler shield mistakes to avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming the aluminium to the same size as the ceramic. Leave extra aluminium so the fold can close over the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamping it on with the aluminium face against the muffler. Ceramic goes on the hot side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosing the shield right round the can. About 270° with a vent gap is what Car Builders advise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaving the clamps slack so the shield can shift and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480 x 600mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimpled aluminium face over woven ceramic insulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature rating, continuous\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature rating, peak\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1350°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRadiator hose clamp length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplier code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2HMUFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the muffler shield made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA high temperature dimpled aluminium outer that encloses woven ceramic insulation. Car Builders rate it to 1000°C continuous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the clamps included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Car Builders supply 800mm radiator hose clamps with the shield. Car Builders do not list how many clamps come with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I wrap it all the way around the muffler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCar Builders say to cover about 270° and leave space for venting, so the can still has some airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it go on anything other than a muffler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is flexible enough to shape around other hot exhaust parts, according to Car Builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat sheet thickness do Car Builders list for the muffler shield?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e9mm, in the Car Builders specifications. Check that you have that much room between the muffler and the chassis before you fit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply. Contact our team for warranty help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-links\"\u003eAlso for your build: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-direct-to-heat-pipe-shield\"\u003epipe shield\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-exhaust-heat-shield-mount-pack\"\u003eheat shield mount pack\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-ceramic-insulation-blanket\"\u003eceramic insulation blanket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Car Builders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67857748852829,"sku":"D2HMUFF","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9528\/9437\/files\/d2hmuff_01_D2HMUFF.jpg?v=1793166301","url":"https:\/\/frankiesautoelectrics.com.au\/products\/car-builders-direct-to-heat-muffler-shield","provider":"Frankies Auto Electrics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}