DIY: A/C Insulation

[andaconda]

Originally Posted by AlexNet0

so is there a general consensus as to what the insulating material should be? I dont want melting insulation.

As you can see on page 5 - the fifth photo down, I used copper pipe insulation that has about a 3/4 inch inner diameter. The insulation is about another 3/4 inch thick. I then wrapped it with aluminum tape for heat protection from the engine and exhaust manifold.

[AlexNet0]

Originally Posted by andaconda

As you can see on page 5 - the fifth photo down, I used copper pipe insulation that has about a 3/4 inch inner diameter. The insulation is about another 3/4 inch thick. I then wrapped it with aluminum tape for heat protection from the engine and exhaust manifold.

so the heat tape stopped the insulation from melting? I would think that it would still heat up inside, just not as much radiant heat would make it through the tape. Im just worried that the general ambient temperature due to the close proximity to the exhaust manifold will still melt the insulation under the tape.