{"product_id":"mace-performance-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-holden-calais-ve-vf-sidi-lfx-36l-v6","title":"MACE PERFORMANCE MANIFOLD INSULATOR KIT TO SUIT HOLDEN CALAIS VE VF SIDI LFX 3.6L V6","description":"\u003cp data-doc-rid=\"04h6fb80dd32a258f4eb881ac18ffd8a4c76a\" data-header=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eExclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden VE and VF series, fitted with the SIDI LF1 LFW 3.0L and LFX 3.6L 6 cylinder engines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-doc-rid=\"04h6fb80dd32a258f4eb881ac18ffd8a4c76a\" data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp 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 data-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"fw\":\"bold\",\"fgc\":\"rgb(255, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}'\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 data-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"fw\":\"bold\",\"fgc\":\"rgb(255, 0, 0)\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/Insulator-Draft-Image-1.jpg?v=1768473348\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-doc-rid=\"04h6fb80dd32a258f4eb881ac18ffd8a4c76a\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}'\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-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"ff\":\"arial,helvetica,sans-serif\",\"fgc\":\"#000000\",\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}'\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-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\",\"fs\":\"none\"}'\u003eAlso, with gaskets often made out 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 amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}'\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-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}'\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\u003e(6.35MM – 5%) (12MM – 10%) (25MM – 13%) increase in bottom end torque.\u003c\/li\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-header=\"0\" data-textformat='{\"td\":\"none solid rgb(0, 0, 0)\",\"type\":\"text\"}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 X Bolt pack(Not included in MI627)\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 alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI627-VFG.png?v=1762935088\"\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 alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI627-PG.png?v=1762935088\"\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.\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\u003e Please refer to our fitting chart for under-bonnet clearance guidelines which can be found in our knowledge-base section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MACE","offers":[{"title":"MI627","offer_id":45983031394500,"sku":"MI627-A","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MI628","offer_id":45983031427268,"sku":"MI628-A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MI629","offer_id":45983031460036,"sku":"MI629-A","price":190.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/8928\/4292\/files\/MI627-Product-Image-Updated_ed563015-f418-4f5d-903a-ae2f34fd8199.png?v=1774433962","url":"https:\/\/maceengineering.com.au\/products\/mace-performance-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-holden-calais-ve-vf-sidi-lfx-36l-v6","provider":"Mace Engineering Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}