Thanks to SYD3R aka Dan

[MikeinGA]

I have completed the air scoop project. The air scoops that Dan designed work way better than expected. I tested the heat before and after the installation of the air scoops. The test both were preformed on days with temps. of 95 deg. and 68 to 70% humidity and ride time of 1 1/2 hours.


Before installation Gas temp. 179 deg. under seat 155 deg. Top of gas tank 176 deg. out side panels 151 deg. avg.

After Installation Gas temp. 131 deg. under seat 115 deg. Top of gas tank 120 deg. out side panels 118 deg. avg.

Also in the winter I can remove them in less than 10 minutes and enjoy the extra heat and back on the summer to keep cool.

To see the scoops go to here http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?59856-HEAT-PROBLEMS&highlight=scoop
Thanks again for a great project Dan.

Mike

 

[SPYD3R]

GLAD

I have completed the air scoop project. The air scoops that Dan designed work way better than expected. I tested the heat before and after the installation of the air scoops. The test both were preformed on days with temps. of 95 deg. and 68 to 70% humidity and ride time of 1 1/2 hours.


Before installation Gas temp. 179 deg. under seat 155 deg. Top of gas tank 176 deg. out side panels 151 deg. avg.

After Installation Gas temp. 131 deg. under seat 115 deg. Top of gas tank 120 deg. out side panels 118 deg. avg.

Also in the winter I can remove them in less than 10 minutes and enjoy the extra heat and back on the summer to keep cool.

To see the scoops go to here http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?59856-HEAT-PROBLEMS&highlight=scoop
Thanks again for a great project Dan.

Mike

MIKE;
GLAD I COULD HELP......
I LEAVE MINE ON IN THE WINTER MONTHS...
DAN P
EASLEY, SC
SPYD3R

 

[SPYD3R]

pix

Mike;
pictures would be nice...
also, how did you manage to come by those temperture readings? did you use a lazer thermometer?
Dan

 

[Chupaca]

Congratulations..!!

sounds like you both got the job done. The temp drops are excellent pictures would be nice..!! :2thumbs:

 

[MikeinGA]

Mike;
pictures would be nice...
also, how did you manage to come by those temperture readings? did you use a lazer thermometer?
Dan

I used a lazer thermometer. I bought it to check for air leaks around the house and came in real handy to cure the heat problems and to find the best tire pressure in my 2011 RS-S. My wife said that the Spyder felt that had more power. I check my gas mileage last ride in did before the mountains. I ran the same loops of twisty that I mostly run and it was a 92 deg. day and I got 38.9 mpg, that's 3 mpg more than usual.


Mike

 

[sabunim5]

Kudos

Thanks for the real world data. :bowdown: Saw the referenced post when it went up but couldn't fathom how a couple of strips around an already existing vent would make much difference. I exist in similar weather conditions here in panhandle of Florida. I guess some sort of low pressure/high pressure thing is created by the strips, causing more air to be drawn through the vents. :dontknow: Any how - thanks to your post with data; the strips are now on my To Do list. I appreciate your effort. :2thumbs:

 

[Bob Denman]

:congrats: on finding a fix that has worked! :thumbup:
And Dan... :clap: :firstplace:

 

[SPYD3R]

thx

:congrats: on finding a fix that has worked! :thumbup:
And Dan... :clap: :firstplace:

THX BOB & others.....
i appreciate the recognition....
now if BRP wants to adopt my idea, they are free to do so...
and it would be nice if they offered me a new 2015 RS with the 1330cc SE6 speed in the color of my choice for my design.... :roflblack:
Dan P
Easley, SC
SPYDER

 

[The Bakerman]

I have completed the air scoop project. The air scoops that Dan designed work way better than expected. I tested the heat before and after the installation of the air scoops. The test both were preformed on days with temps. of 95 deg. and 68 to 70% humidity and ride time of 1 1/2 hours.


Before installation Gas temp. 179 deg. under seat 155 deg. Top of gas tank 176 deg. out side panels 151 deg. avg.

After Installation Gas temp. 131 deg. under seat 115 deg. Top of gas tank 120 deg. out side panels 118 deg. avg.

Also in the winter I can remove them in less than 10 minutes and enjoy the extra heat and back on the summer to keep cool.

To see the scoops go to here http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?59856-HEAT-PROBLEMS&highlight=scoop
Thanks again for a great project Dan.

Mike

Hey Mike - Thanks for the info about the temperature differences before and after this mod. I have a 2011 RSS that is having fuel boiling issues and a dangerous amount of gas fumes, and heat at the gas cap and tank. Do you happen to have a full size paper template that we could use to make our own set of scoops. I appreciate anything you could do.
Thanks,
Kerry

 

[The Bakerman]

Great Idea

Mike-

Did you use the 1/16" aluminum sheet as well? In any case how did you make the bend without creasing it? Wrap it around a piece of pipe?? I've got the template made and I'm about to do this tomorrow if time permits. Thanks for any help.

Kerry

 

[SPYD3R]

PM

Mike-

Did you use the 1/16" aluminum sheet as well? In any case how did you make the bend without creasing it? Wrap it around a piece of pipe?? I've got the template made and I'm about to do this tomorrow if time permits. Thanks for any help.

Kerry

Kerry;
PM me with your address if you want me to mail you a 'template'....
ps: these can also be made from 1/16" plastic, using a heat-gun....
Dan P
Easley, SC
SPYD3R

 

[MikeinGA]

Mike-

Did you use the 1/16" aluminum sheet as well? In any case how did you make the bend without creasing it? Wrap it around a piece of pipe?? I've got the template made and I'm about to do this tomorrow if time permits. Thanks for any help.

Kerry

I used 28 thousands of an inch aluminum sheet. It made it easy to cut and bend. They stayed on my RS-S SE5 at speeds over 90 mph, didn't move or vibrate.


Mike

 

[The Bakerman]

I used 28 thousands of an inch aluminum sheet. It made it easy to cut and bend. They stayed on my RS-S SE5 at speeds over 90 mph, didn't move or vibrate.


Mike

Thanks Mike...that helps. I'll post some pics when I'm done.
Kerry

 

[Gcclubs]

DIY air scoops - Question For Mikein GA

I used 28 thousands of an inch aluminum sheet. It made it easy to cut and bend. They stayed on my RS-S SE5 at speeds over 90 mph, didn't move or vibrate.


Mike

Mike are the tabs just pressure fit between the panels? Did you need to remove the panels to install?

 

[MikeinGA]

Mike are the tabs just pressure fit between the panels? Did you need to remove the panels to install?

Yes, the tabs on the rear of the air scoop are pressure fit and the front tab is has a hole that the body screw goes through. Yes you must remove the panel to remove and install the air scoops.

Mike