Detail the engine

[cbsteh]

If got old leaking engine then will be dirtier......:hmmmm:

Very good point. We might not know there's a leak or exactly where the leak is coming from without taking out the plate.

 

[pwhyze]

Made of aluminum? Looks like plastic..:hmmmm:

Edited : Never mind, it is plastic.

 

[ColdPlay]

IMO, the engine undercarriage plate is more suitable for new car where there are no dirt / stain build up underneath and no frequent inspection required. Plate may also reduce road noise.
For old, car, its not necessary to do so as it will be hard to monitor the car for any leak.
Even the exhaust heat may not properly ventilated as of those no plate. Will the polymer survive the wastegate effect or effect the rear bumper shape in the long run?

 

[cbsteh]

Here's a video on the Orsen plate:

Orsen plate

It's a China product and made of some polymer that weighs only 3-5 kg.

Interestingly, some people have built their own customized plate, like here:

http://www.supraforums.com/forum/showthread.php?471596-Engine-Undercarriage-Plastic-Who-still-has-it-alternatives

And here is some passionate debate about these plates:

http://www.mazda3forums.com/showthread.php?t=377797

And lastly, here is a video on Mazda3 Hatchback that comes with a plastic undercarriage plate. It improves aerodynamic flow by eliminating the vortices around the engine bay:

Mazda3 Hatchback

 

[Izso]

Hmm... this is interesting. I wonder what sort of material can I use to dIY this. I have metal sheets at home but I'm thinking they'll be too damn heavy

 

[vr2turbo]

Hmm... this is interesting. I wonder what sort of material can I use to dIY this. I have metal sheets at home but I'm thinking they'll be too damn heavy

Find some aluminum sheets....