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under hood sound insulation

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When my car didn't start yesterday I noticed that the sound insulation in the engine compartment more closely resembled a very damp sponge than anything useful. I'm thinking of having a go at removing it - when the rain stops today. I'm guessing that's likely to be a very messy affair and at the moment I won't be able to fully clean whatever adhesive is under the insulation, but will be able to remove the bulk of the insulation.

Right now I suspect that it's like having a wet blanket draped across the top of the engine. Can't imagine it's doing much good.

Should I go ahead and remove the bits I'm able to? Then get it replaced when I can get it to a shop? or not bother replacing?
 
Most of the later cars didn't have any insulation when new so those that remove it normally don't bother replacing. You may notice occasional steam coming off the bonnet when you stop at lights in the rain after a damned good thrashing [8D]
 
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