{"product_id":"lower-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-ford-fairmont-ba-bf-barra-182-190-e-gas-40l-i6","title":"LOWER MANIFOLD INSULATOR KIT TO SUIT FORD FAIRMONT BA BF BARRA 182 190 E-GAS 4.0L I6","description":"\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-id=\"5969371000005236080\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive to Mace Engineering,here we have ourdesign-registered manifold insulator to suit the Ford BA BF and FG series, fitted with the Barra I6 engines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-id=\"5969371000005236080\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are manifold insulators and what do they do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount betweenyour engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/Insulator-Draft-Image-1.jpg?v=1768473348\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-id=\"5969371000005236080\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBut how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003eGiven our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W\/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W\/m*K; The difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-tabpoints='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"1.0104166666666665in\"}]' data-tab-info='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"1.0104166666666665in\"}]' data-header=\"0\"\u003eAlso, with gaskets often made of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W\/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing1,655 times less heat depending on the size chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003eOur composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign registered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower increase with no undesirable side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved low end torque by increasing runner length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved fuel economy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as a replacement gasket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReusable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven gains at an affordable price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-tabpoints='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"2.7916666666666665in\"}]' data-tab-info='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"2.7916666666666665in\"}]' data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"fw\":\"bold\",\"fgc\":\"rgb(255,0,0)\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-tabpoints='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"2.7916666666666665in\"}]' data-tab-info='[{\"leader\":\"0\",\"id\":\"0\",\"align\":\"0\",\"point\":\"2.7916666666666665in\"}]' data-header=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 X Manifold insulator set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 X Bolt pack (Included in MI605 only, refer to parts guide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 X Silicone gasket maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fitment Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI605-VFG.png?v=1762935088\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI605-PG.png?v=1762935088\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease select the part number you require from the variation by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor FG vehicles, we only recommend this upgrade on factory turbocharged 6 cylinder engines as they run an aluminium intake manifold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MACE","offers":[{"title":"MI605","offer_id":45983010914500,"sku":"MI605-B","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MI632","offer_id":45983010947268,"sku":"MI632-B","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/8928\/4292\/files\/MI605-Updated-Image_face01ce-6ab9-42f1-9fe5-8c4f9e614ed7.png?v=1774433777","url":"https:\/\/maceengineering.com.au\/products\/lower-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-ford-fairmont-ba-bf-barra-182-190-e-gas-40l-i6","provider":"Mace Engineering Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}