Hot hot is hot?

[bobcowan]

Heat in the footbox is a real issue, and always has been. In a street Cobra, the exhaust is directly under the floorboards. In the S/C configuration, the header tubes are directly in front of the foot box. Of course some heat will end up in the foot box. Everyone who drives a Cobra knows this.

Fortunately, there are a number of simple ways to mitigate that fact. As said, shoes would be the first step. But there are lots of other options if you like to drive without shoes.

[spdbrake]

Even though the BDR has stainless skins riveted in the foot boxes, mine were bleeding a tar like substance in the areas nearest the headers.
While I had the headers and sidepipes out for recoating this last time I installed Aerogel XTC 5mm insulation,https://spinoff.nasa.gov/Spinoff2010/cg_2.html
BuyAerogel.com | Blankets
DEI reflective heat shielding on top as a top seal. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/dei-010462
Edge sealed with Dapco2100 firewall RTV. https://skygeek.com/d-aircraft-dapc0...-bms-5-63.html

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by bobcowan

Heat in the footbox is a real issue, and always has been. In a street Cobra, the exhaust is directly under the floorboards. In the S/C configuration, the header tubes are directly in front of the foot box. Of course some heat will end up in the foot box. Everyone who drives a Cobra knows this.


LOVED THIS :
Everyone who drives a Cobra knows this.

After reading these posts, you would not believe that statement!


Fortunately, there are a number of simple ways to mitigate that fact. As said, shoes would be the first step. But there are lots of other options if you like to drive without shoes.

Much thanks for actually stating that what my original question was, was in fact VALID!

1. ADMITTING HEAT IS AN ISSUE! thank you Lord!

I have never driven without shoes so need to go there.

I now know there are options should it be a problem when I buy a car.

CASE CLOSED!

[NROTOXIN]

Originally Posted by Chupee

Much thanks for actually stating that what my original question was, was in fact VALID!

1. ADMITTING HEAT IS AN ISSUE! thank you Lord!

I have never driven without shoes so need to go there.

I now know there are options should it be a problem when I buy a car.

CASE CLOSED!

There is water at the bottom of the ocean.....

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by NROTOXIN

There is water at the bottom of the ocean.....

So you say!

I would want to see YOU prove that actually!

thx

[xb-60]

Originally Posted by Chupee

So you say!

I would want to see YOU prove that actually!

thx

There is aluminium in sea water.
Ergo…. that water is probably hot 🤪

[NROTOXIN]

Originally Posted by Chupee

So you say!

I would want to see YOU prove that actually!

thx

If it was a YouTube video you'd believe.

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by NROTOXIN

If it was a YouTube video you'd believe.

That was posted as an attempt at an original thought?

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by Chupee

That was posted as an attempt at an original thought?

Disclaimer: This is not a personal attack, just an observation:

With all of the other youtube video's covering the 289 street roadsters, you unfortunately picked the worst one. The start of the video, when he does not have the mechanical or mental ability to put the key in the ignition (after he took it out before the first take) is your your first clue. Choosing to not drive the car with at least a pair of sandals on was your second clue. Quite frankly, I spent a little time reviewing his other driving videos and did not get a warm and fuzzy feeling on his abilities.

Just my two cents worth, having 100,000+ miles, both street and track (documented) in the various cobra replicas I've owned since 2000.....

My sound advice, find someone or a club, close to you who has a car similar to what you are looking for, speak with them about their experiences, and just how they like or dislike certain items about their cars. Not all replicas are the same, each has it's own quirks when being built, and driven. Mostly, based on the owner, or originals builders personal tastes.

Most of all, enjoy the ride.


Bill S.

PS: I suggest adding a location to your profile, as there may just be an owner you don't known about in your general area that will read this thread and be gracious enough to want to assist.

[Mark IV]

I have five plus years and over 11,000 miles in my SPF 289 Street Roadster (I too hate the "slabside" moniker). Yes, as the exhaust runs close to the pedal box under the car heat will radiate to the pedal shaft and thus to the alloy plate that covers the floor opening. We found that either DEI or Dynamat heat mat will reduce the heat. Lizardskin spay heat treatment also will help. Still if you are in socks it will be warm but not nasty. A big block roadster is even worse, a friend that owned CSX3327 has imprints of the "AC" pedal logos on his sneakers after a trip to Watkins Glen (about 125 miles). Also some cars need some sealing of the outer footboxes to the body to prevent engine compartment heat infiltrating the cockpit. Regardless, the SPF insulation is far superior to the AC non-existent heat treatment.

The optional footbox vents are very effective and if equipped you can run the heater blower with the heat valve closed to circulate air in the footboxes. My wife has never complained and believe me she would.

Bottom line: We have several 289s running around have had no complaints of heat from the owners.

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by bobcowan

Heat in the footbox is a real issue, and always has been. In a street Cobra, the exhaust is directly under the floorboards. In the S/C configuration, the header tubes are directly in front of the foot box. Of course some heat will end up in the foot box. Everyone who drives a Cobra knows this.

Fortunately, there are a number of simple ways to mitigate that fact. As said, shoes would be the first step. But there are lots of other options if you like to drive without shoes.

Appreciated.

Once I purchase something I can do a further investigation if needed

thx

[Dominik]

Drove a 427 with under floor exhaust at 40°C (floor mounted pedals), stop-go. No issues. Colder even at speed. I also had a S/C with 2" primaries. The secret is to get air flow under the hood.

That video is click-bait. I didn't watch it. "1" dom - "NIL" video.

Whoever that dude is, I am jealous - that he makes money with this BS.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by Dominik

Drove a 427 with under floor exhaust at 40°C (floor mounted pedals), stop-go. No issues. Colder even at speed. I also had a S/C with 2" primaries. The secret is to get air flow under the hood.

That video is click-bait. I didn't watch it. "1" dom - "NIL" video.

Whoever that dude is, I am jealous - that he makes money with this BS.

Having driven my 289 roadster 270+ round trip miles on a 85-95 degree, hot humid day a few months ago while headed to and from a charity Shelby/vintage airplane event, I can tell you that the interior heat was not an issue as the factory heat shielding and carpeting worked as it should. Car ran well, even in stop and go traffic in the construction zones on RT85 south. I of course ran out of cold fluids about 20 miles from home, and had to stop to top myself off as I was feeling the heat (no pun intended). Otherwise, an uneventful, fun trip, and a great event.

Bill S.