{"product_id":"mace-performance-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-holden-calais-vx-vy-ecotec-l36-38l-v6","title":"MACE PERFORMANCE MANIFOLD INSULATOR KIT TO SUIT HOLDEN CALAIS VX VY ECOTEC L36 3.8L V6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eExclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulators to suit the Holden VX and VY series, fitted with an Ecotec L36 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 between your 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\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI613-MI601-Draft-Image-1.png?v=1768468462\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"size\":\"12\",\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\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='{\"type\":\"text\",\"fs\":\"none\"}' data-header=\"0\"\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-textformat='{\"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='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyno Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\"\u003eThe following test was conducted on a 1996 Holden Commodore VS with head and cam work. Normally the problem of low down torque is made worse when you stick a larger cam (with more overlap) in any engine as you effectively shift the power band. However by looking at the graph, we can see that power produced down low had increased by a staggering 10% using only our 12mm manifold insulator, with top-end increasing by a further 2kw at the rears! Please note that these results don't reflect the true nature of the on road gains given the lack of actual airflow, which further drop inlettemps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\"\u003eUnder normal driving conditions the plenum (upper manifold), with the insulator in place, becomes cool enough to comfortably touch. Unlike before, without the manifold insulator under the same driving conditions, making it very difficult to touch without getting burned!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003ePOWER RUN, BEFORE AND AFTER MANIFOLD INSULATOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5509\/0290\/files\/MI613-MI601-Draft-Image-2.png?v=1768468462\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-header=\"0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\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 data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eDesign registered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eReduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003ePower increase with no undesirable side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eImproved low end torque by increasing runner length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eImproved fuel economy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eEasy to install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eCan be used as a replacement gasket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eReusable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003eProven gains at an affordable price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\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 data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e1 X Manifold insulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e1 X Bolt pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e1 X Silicone gasket maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\"\u003e1 X Mace sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-textformat='{\"type\":\"text\"}' data-header=\"0\" data-doc-rid=\"04h6fe6fb86e2abbe420794cfaa98d2c4348e\" 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\/MI602-VFG.jpg?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\/MI602-PG.jpg?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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo achieve optimum performance on a naturally aspirated engine, we recommend running a 25mm manifold insulator and a 12mm plenum spacer. However, for forced induction (side mount supercharger or turbo) we recommend running a 12mm manifold insulator and a 25mm plenum spacer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease confirm your intake runner profile prior to purchase as there was a design change in later model engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManifold insulator for WH Caprice\/Statesman released before August 2000 can be purchased through another listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MACE","offers":[{"title":"MI602","offer_id":45982983848132,"sku":"MI602-A","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MI614","offer_id":45982983880900,"sku":"MI614-A","price":190.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/8928\/4292\/files\/MI602_b7d7961b-1306-40b0-9e4c-541a33d8dc2a.png?v=1774433598","url":"https:\/\/maceengineering.com.au\/products\/mace-performance-manifold-insulator-kit-to-suit-holden-calais-vx-vy-ecotec-l36-38l-v6","provider":"Mace Engineering Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}