Just got a 2013 suburban.
I noticed the sides of the radiator had rubber flaps(air dams?) that have deteriorated and are not in place. This creates a gap about 4" wide and 14"tall at each side of the radiator. Thus allowing some air to enter engine compartment at the sides of and not through the radiator.
Physics Question:
Will this "bypassed" air increase engine bay temps? Will it reduce A/C cooling? What is the effects of driving, vs. Idling?
Vehicle has factory electric fans.
Do I need yo buy these ASAP? Or is it a non issue?
Thanks for the help
~C
I noticed the sides of the radiator had rubber flaps(air dams?) that have deteriorated and are not in place. This creates a gap about 4" wide and 14"tall at each side of the radiator. Thus allowing some air to enter engine compartment at the sides of and not through the radiator.
Physics Question:
Will this "bypassed" air increase engine bay temps? Will it reduce A/C cooling? What is the effects of driving, vs. Idling?
Vehicle has factory electric fans.
Do I need yo buy these ASAP? Or is it a non issue?
Thanks for the help
~C