Liptoss Posted May 4, 2015 Report Share Posted May 4, 2015 Just wondering, I was watching Mac T's transmission flush video and thinking, "Where's his sexy foam blocks that Ford has placed on top of the valve covers and intake manifold?" Had the 2008 Edge even shipped with them? I recall reading more than a few threads ranging from valve noise to dying out and failing coil packs etc. Obviously this V6 engine has what may be classified as a noisy valve train. Ford felt it necessary to try and quiet things down, and shield the uninitiated from matters going on "down below" such as the VCT, aluminum valve covers, coil packs, etc. My question to others is this: I've thought about removing these insulating foam blocks from my 2013 to assist with heat dissipation from the top end and open up the air space in the engine compartment. In turn possibly, spare the coil packs from excess heat. In the colder winter months, put the foam blocks back in to help the motor heat up quicker and also protect the aluminum and other top end components like the fuel rail, coils etc from brine spray and moisture. I think who really cares if the noise of the valves are heard a little more? Just my thoughts. Any others out there like me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted May 5, 2015 Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 I think the Edge got the engine/appearance covers in 2011 for the Sport (and later on for the 2.0 EB also). The MKX got it earlier, I want to say 2008, maybe 2007. Should run cooler without the cover on the engine, if it's designed anything like on other models in the Ford lineup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 5, 2015 Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 No covers on the 2008's for sure. The wife's 2011 as you can see in the oil change video has the foam cover. Personally my Orange Crush has literally made the same clank, clang, tick, bang noises since I bought it. It may not sound big and powerful like a V8, but it has the heart of one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishx65 Posted May 5, 2015 Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 The foam engine cover on my 2011 made a really nice mouse nest!!!! Now it dampens sound and allows air flow!! I think they are around $80.00 from the dealership. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liptoss Posted May 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 (edited) WOW! For those moulded blocks? Vanity can be pricey I guess. Edited May 5, 2015 by Liptoss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 5, 2015 Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 I would just take it off and donate it to the local recycling place or landfill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liptoss Posted May 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2015 Oh no way! I have a royal ass and it deserves the best! I'm thinking maybe fashion them in the best damn cushion for my shop perch! LMRAO (laugh my royal ass off) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 A little Naugahyde and ya got a good seat cushion. Oh no way! I have a royal ass and it deserves the best! I'm thinking maybe fashion them in the best damn cushion for my shop perch! LMRAO (laugh my royal ass off) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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