Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
enxt if one of those fly through the gap.

But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
the cooling system.

I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
size of the holes can be viewed here,
http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/

What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
courtesy.

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

If you are the DIY type you can get some mess grill from home depot and
attach it by yourself. There are a lot of websites out there describing the
procedure and if done correctly it looks same as the ones you purchase.

As far as air flow goes, on my 98 accord there are two openings--top and
bottom. If I were to put grilled mesh I'd put it on the bottom and leave the
top open. Actually the top is slightly covered with the front bumper sticks
that go across horizontally. They are also bent slightly to bring the air to
the top of the hood straight into the engine compartment area thus allowing
to cool the engine in addition to the radiator and fans.

--Viktor

"Steve Lee" <no@spam.com> wrote in message
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com...
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

If you are the DIY type you can get some mess grill from home depot and
attach it by yourself. There are a lot of websites out there describing the
procedure and if done correctly it looks same as the ones you purchase.

As far as air flow goes, on my 98 accord there are two openings--top and
bottom. If I were to put grilled mesh I'd put it on the bottom and leave the
top open. Actually the top is slightly covered with the front bumper sticks
that go across horizontally. They are also bent slightly to bring the air to
the top of the hood straight into the engine compartment area thus allowing
to cool the engine in addition to the radiator and fans.

--Viktor

"Steve Lee" <no@spam.com> wrote in message
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com...
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

If you are the DIY type you can get some mess grill from home depot and
attach it by yourself. There are a lot of websites out there describing the
procedure and if done correctly it looks same as the ones you purchase.

As far as air flow goes, on my 98 accord there are two openings--top and
bottom. If I were to put grilled mesh I'd put it on the bottom and leave the
top open. Actually the top is slightly covered with the front bumper sticks
that go across horizontally. They are also bent slightly to bring the air to
the top of the hood straight into the engine compartment area thus allowing
to cool the engine in addition to the radiator and fans.

--Viktor

"Steve Lee" <no@spam.com> wrote in message
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com...
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

If you are the DIY type you can get some mess grill from home depot and
attach it by yourself. There are a lot of websites out there describing the
procedure and if done correctly it looks same as the ones you purchase.

As far as air flow goes, on my 98 accord there are two openings--top and
bottom. If I were to put grilled mesh I'd put it on the bottom and leave the
top open. Actually the top is slightly covered with the front bumper sticks
that go across horizontally. They are also bent slightly to bring the air to
the top of the hood straight into the engine compartment area thus allowing
to cool the engine in addition to the radiator and fans.

--Viktor

"Steve Lee" <no@spam.com> wrote in message
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com...
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee <no@spam.com> wrote in
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com:

> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Anything you stick in there will decrease the airflow somewhat.
As a general rule;The smaller the holes,the greater the restriction.
(more connecting web blocking airflow.)

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik-at-kua.net

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee <no@spam.com> wrote in
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com:

> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Anything you stick in there will decrease the airflow somewhat.
As a general rule;The smaller the holes,the greater the restriction.
(more connecting web blocking airflow.)

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik-at-kua.net

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee <no@spam.com> wrote in
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com:

> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Anything you stick in there will decrease the airflow somewhat.
As a general rule;The smaller the holes,the greater the restriction.
(more connecting web blocking airflow.)

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik-at-kua.net

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee <no@spam.com> wrote in
news:sj3540ts9tdu9eutkkgdc4u0nuk1npjvja@4ax.com:

> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.

Anything you stick in there will decrease the airflow somewhat.
As a general rule;The smaller the holes,the greater the restriction.
(more connecting web blocking airflow.)

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik-at-kua.net

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee wrote:
>
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.
=================

The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.

If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.

'Curly'

-- ==============

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee wrote:
>
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.
=================

The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.

If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.

'Curly'

-- ==============

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee wrote:
>
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.
=================

The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.

If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.

'Curly'

-- ==============

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

Steve Lee wrote:
>
> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>
> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
> the cooling system.
>
> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
> size of the holes can be viewed here,
> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>
> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
> courtesy.
=================

The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.

If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.

'Curly'

-- ==============

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

On Mon, 01 Mar 2004 09:47:32 -0700, "'Curly Q. Links'"
<motsco__@interbaun.com> wrote:

>Steve Lee wrote:
>>
>> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
>> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
>> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
>> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
>> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
>> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>>
>> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
>> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
>> the cooling system.
>>
>> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
>> size of the holes can be viewed here,
>> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>>
>> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
>> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
>> courtesy.
>=================
>
>The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
>window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
>would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.
>
>If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.
>
>'Curly'
>===================

Do you think that the aluminum window screen material would provide
more airflow than the inserts shown in the pics? Do the holes in the
insert shown in the pics look too small and probably will restric too
much airflow? Cloud Riders have been around for quite sometime, but
who knows...

Re: Questions about Grille Inserts.
 

On Mon, 01 Mar 2004 09:47:32 -0700, "'Curly Q. Links'"
<motsco__@interbaun.com> wrote:

>Steve Lee wrote:
>>
>> I've always wanted to use them because we get alot of gravel dumped on
>> the roads during the winters and have already found small pebbles
>> lodged between the fins of the radiator. Also, my car has a
>> relatively hug gap in the lower bumper area and it's big enough for a
>> good sized rock to pass through. I'd hate to think what could happen
>> enxt if one of those fly through the gap.
>>
>> But my main concern with grille inserts is that they may restrict the
>> air flow to the radiator too much, thus increasing the temperature in
>> the cooling system.
>>
>> I'm looking at Cloud Rider grille inserts with the mesh type. The
>> size of the holes can be viewed here,
>> http://members.shaw.ca/steve.lee/tmp/
>>
>> What do you guys think? Are those holes too small and just might
>> affect the cooling system operating temp? Thanks for your time and
>> courtesy.
>=================
>
>The CRV is also bad for that. You could roll up a sheet of aluminum
>window screen material and put it in there. Bugs and (smaller) rocks
>would bounce off. Airflow wouldn't be compromised.
>
>If I ever buy a brand new Honda, that's the first thing I would install.
>
>'Curly'
>===================

Do you think that the aluminum window screen material would provide
more airflow than the inserts shown in the pics? Do the holes in the
insert shown in the pics look too small and probably will restric too
much airflow? Cloud Riders have been around for quite sometime, but
who knows...