jcb857 161 #1 Posted February 6, 2011 I need a exhaust shield for my 401 and I found one that is for a 58 or 59 RJ. Are the shields from the 58,59, RJ the same as the ones used on the 401 models. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim_M 178 #2 Posted February 6, 2011 Yup, same thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #3 Posted February 6, 2011 It should look just like this one: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redbirdman 7 #4 Posted February 6, 2011 I am assuming the shield is made from regular sheet metal no? What thickness? And I wonder if aluminum would do a better job of dissipating heat...(I know a dreaded REPRO!) but heat is heat... Mine came with a home made square shield from a Sno-King snowblower and it did not do much except get really hot just closer to your leg! for that really good photo ed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #5 Posted February 6, 2011 The heat shield is there more for routing the air coming from the engine (flywheel creates quite a breeze under the engine tins, which exits the right side of the engine, immediately behind where the heat shield is installed), moving the air forward along the exhaust pipe, and away from the driver. The shield itself doesn't get too awfully hot (unless you're running the machine for hours on end), and the only issue I've seen or heard about is the clamps getting a little loose on the pipe when they heat up. Most people put a length of bailing or stainless steel wire on the clamps when the engine is cool, which helps keep the shield in place when the clamps get hot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #6 Posted February 6, 2011 While we're on the subject, Mike... Can you measure your heat shield and post the dimensions? I need to make a couple of these pretty soon. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #7 Posted February 6, 2011 The flat piece of metal you will start with is 13-1/2" long by 4-3/8" wide. The diagram below should get you the rest of the way. The three holes are 1/8" diameter. The metal is 1/16" thick with primer and paint, I would assume it to actually be something like 1/32", perhaps a touch more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #8 Posted February 6, 2011 AWESOME!!! Thanks Mike! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #9 Posted February 7, 2011 Bell, I'd like to see pictures of your finished product when you're done. You're welcome, glad I could help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwilson 128 #10 Posted February 7, 2011 I found one on ebay. Keep looking, they pop up sometimes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #11 Posted February 7, 2011 The flat piece of metal you will start with is 13-1/2" long by 4-3/8" wide. The diagram below should get you the rest of the way. The three holes are 1/8" diameter. The metal is 1/16" thick with primer and paint, I would assume it to actually be something like 1/32", perhaps a touch more. Now that is service with a You rock Mike... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #12 Posted March 13, 2011 What ever became of this venture Bell? Did you ever make them, and do you have extra's? I suddenly find I need one more ... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
