Owning a C5 or C6 Corvette might be the
ultimate dream for many sportscar enthusiasts, but for the handful that achieve the dream they may also experience a hidden nightmare. A well-known and longtime problem with many Corvettes is the amount of heat transferred through the console (directly above where the exhausts run) into the interior which can make the cabin area quite uncomfortable.
Fortunately, the solution is simple. DEI has just released a selection of tailor made tunnel shield kits for C5 and C6 Corvettes that will reduce console and interior temperatures as well as serving as a barrier to unwanted road noise. The Tunnel Thermal Shields are made from 10mm thick embossed aluminum that has been bonded to a hightemp, finely woven, needle-punched glass fibre composite material. The shields can withstand direct temperatures up to 955°C and feature an aggressive self-adhesive backing that holds tight even at temperatures exceeding 232°C.
The shields are available as a single Trans Tunnel Plate Heat Shield, a 4-piece Trans Tunnel Side Shield kit, or a complete 5-piece set (C5 # 50530 & C6 # 50532).
All parts have been CNC-cut for a perfect fit and ease of installation and the can be fitted without
removing the Transmission Tunnel Reinforcement Plate.
Prices start at £79.46 and range up to £187.09 plus shipping and import tax.
Kits for the C7 Corvette models will be available soon.