Lower Deflector Panel Removal

[EdMat]

2019 RTL
Plastic panel below oil drain plugs.

I have seen it mentioned that removing this panel lowers the amount of heat that comes up around the seat. True or not?

What are the downsides to removing and leaving it off?

While I would not class the heat as excessive, anything that helps when it's 90F + outside is worth a try.

Thanks.................ed

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I’ve removed the panel on all of my Spyders with no issues in nearly 300,000 miles.

 

[EdMat]

Thanks Ann,
I could see the potential for other benefits other than heat.

 

[EdMat]

I consider that was 20 minutes well spent. Just got back from 140 mile trip and while I don't have exact temperature data, going off the seat of my pants there was a significant difference. In fact, they may go back on just before next winter.

And what a joy the next oil change will be................ no more rag stuffing.

 

[Wildrice]

What deflector panel are we referring to?? The add on protective bump guard??. I have a 2015 F3's thus it may be different on your Spyder

 

[SpyderAnn01]

What deflector panel are we referring to?? The add on protective bump guard??. I have a 2015 F3's thus it may be different on your Spyder

Here is one from an RT

 

[EdMat]

What deflector panel are we referring to?? The add on protective bump guard??. I have a 2015 F3's thus it may be different on your Spyder

I don't think the F3's have them. The RT's have 2, one one each side. Run from the side panels to the center rail. From the cross rail behind the frunk to almost the catalytic converter. Couple of push pins and a bolt holing each side on.