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Originally Posted by MTI
There are 3 functions for the hood pad: To minize heat tranfer from the engine to the metal hood; Sound/noise absorbtion; Flame retardant in the event of an engine fire. Most will agree that given the soot and oil soaked condition of some hood pads . . . . it probably fuels the fire.
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Heat transfer: Heat will transfer thru the pad, only slower.
Sound/noise absorbtion: probably the main reason to have a pad.
Flame retardant: In case of fire, just RUN!
Replace it if you like.
Best Regards,
Jim