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Engine Radiator cover worthwhile?

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I’m looking at getting some sort of radiator cover like this one. Do these covers provide any airflow/cooling benefit, or are they purely cosmetic? That gap between the front and header panel seems like a place for air to escape and not be streamlined.
 

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General karthief

wonder how much it would cost to ship you a pair
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I don't know if it helps with air flow but it sure looks good!!
 

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Cosmetic really. I've been debating one. heard fitament can ben hit or miss.

Downside is if your headlight bulbs burn out, it makes replacement tricky. Either use a sort of removable rivet, or change all 6 bulbs before you install and hope it's not a problem for a long time.
 
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No way then you lose your tool tray
 

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I’ve had that in my “cart” a few times, only to think better of where I can spend $100.
Some day it will go on though. I think they look great with a black engine compartment.
 
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Hood latch is gone, so you need hood pins. That's not very nice on the outside.
 

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There is a version that allows for the hood latch. Not sure if LMR is selling it.

Fox Radiator to Bumper Cover - Scott Rod Fab Store

scottrodfab.com


EDIT: I think this is the same version with latch

Scott Rod Mustang Radiator To Bumper Filler Cover Black Aluminum (87-93) FRTBC-10CA

Scottrod Fabrication Makes it easy to clean up your engine compartment with this black aluminum radiator to bumper filler panel for your 87-93 Fox Body!
lmr.com
 
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