What is This and Where Does It Go

[Okie2ee]

Couldn't find a picture of this in the Service Manual.....................been 5 years and I don't remember taking this out.................where does this go...............thanks

 

[desert_max]

Throw it away and forget you ever saw it. (cylinder head cover) The front one - like the one you have - also serves as a fan shroud of sorts. I don’t run them. Many folks here don’t either. That one there will be a royal pain in the butt to get back in in case you’re interested. Not worth it in my opinion. If it’s out leave it out.

 

[one2dmax]

It's the front cylinder cover. Debatable on it's worthiness though I usually go ahead and install them. The radiator will have to come loose if not off and it's still a challenge getting it to lay down in place but far from impossible.

 

[Fire-medic]

I'm with Sean, I re-install 'em. It's a isolator for NVH and diverts any water.

 

[desert_max]

For me, it's really just about aesthetics. They detract from what, without them, is a much cleaner, uncrowded appearance. Again in my opinion, but any <debatable> functional aspect is far outweighed by the cleaner look.

 

[arabian2]

Could the same be said for the rear cover also?

 

[desert_max]

Yes. Functional necessity of the rear ones is far less compelling than for the front. In fact, I can't say that I see any use for the rear one at all..
Arguably, the front one serves as a fan shroud.

 

[Fire-medic]

Looks like the rear is a heat shield. All the electronics under the seat.

 

[Okie2ee]

Wasn't all that hard to install after I figured out where the tabs went and what the hooks on the frame were for......................I feel better with it installed................really appreciate all the comments, thanks again