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Originally Posted by shertex
Is the purpose of encapsulation panels ONLY to collect fluid leaks? Or do they also serve a significant function of protecting the car from road debris?
Reason for asking: want to leave off my 92 300D for a while to monitor leaks...but don't want to if I'm putting something at risk.
I know plenty of folks drive without them.
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They are SOUND ENCAPSULATION PANELS.
The design strategy is noise reduction, not road debris or capturing leaks.
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