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I removed the mat that under my hood and I experienced less heat soak issues with my open element air filter. I believe that someone has documented the reduced intake air temperature without the hood blanket. Do a search for more info.

The only other thing that I noticed was an increase in engine noise without the mat.

Another two cents worth from me.

Mike