Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulators to suit GMC vehicles fitted with SIDI LLT 3.6L V6 engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; the difference works out to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Dyno Results:

The following test was conducted on a 2007 model Holden Statesman, with a standard Alloytec 6. Looking at the graph, we can see that power produced down low had increased by a staggering 10%! While power also increased virtually across the entire rev range. Please note that these results don't reflect the true nature of the on road gains given the lack of actual airflow, which further drop inlet temps.

Under normal driving conditions the plenum (upper manifold), with the insulator in place, becomes cool enough to comfortably touch. Unlike before, without the manifold insulator installed under the same driving conditions, making it very difficult to touch without getting burnt!

POWER RUN, BEFORE AND AFTER MANIFOLD INSULATOR

Key Benefits:

• (6.35MM – 5%) (12MM – 10%) (25MM – 13%) gain in bottom end torque.
• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Bolt pack (Not included in MI687)
• 1 X Silicone gasket maker
• 2 X Manifold insulator

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Parts Guide

Please select the part number you require from the drop down menu by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.

Notes:

• The Manifold Insulator may vary depending on engine design and model so we strongly recommend you look here and view your vehicle's engine code before proceeding with your purchase.
• This Manifold insulator kit does come with bolts however due to the large variances of the High Feature V6 engines, fitment of the bolts as well as the manifold insulators themselves, cannot be 100% guaranteed. If in doubt, please share photos and measurements of your vehicle's manifold runners and bolts with us only then we would be able to assist better.

Exclusive to MACE Engineering, our design-registered 6.35mm (1/4") manifold insulator to suit Ford Barra 220 and 230 V8 engines.

Key benefits:

• Produces a cooler intake charge resulting in more power
• A cooler intake charge also reduces the tendency for detonation, means more ignition timing/boost for more power!
• Improves low end torque by increasing runner length
• Better fuel economy
• Robust insulator material allows it to be re-useable
• No undesirable side effects

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mounts between your upper and lower intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler, and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; The difference works out to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (20 W/m*K thermal conductivity), placed between the upper and lower manifolds, replacing a .5mm gasket with a 6.35mm insulator will conduct an amazing 688 times less heat (yes, that's over 70,000% reduction!). What this basically means is that it becomes very difficult for the engine to heat up the manifold, which ultimately means more power for extended periods (i.e. considerably fewer heat soak issues)!

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures of up to nearly 150 degrees celcius, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Contents:

• Barra 5.4L V8 manifold insulator

• Bolt pack

• Silicone gasket maker

What about Installation?

Installation is straight forward, requiring only the removal of your inlet manifold to install the manifold insulators. We currently don't have any fitting instructions for these insulators given the simplicity of the install.

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulators to suit the Nissan R31 Skyline fitted with an RB30 3.0L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler, and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; The difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material! 

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a 12mm manifold insulator will conduct an amazing 1655 times less heat. 

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to nearly 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Pair of 12mm manifold insulator

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Note: Depending on the inlet manifold type, these manifold insulators may require longer manifold bolts for installation.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden VS and VT series, fitted with an Ecotec L36 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; The difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Dyno Results:

The following test was conducted on a 1996 Holden Commodore VS with head and cam work. Normally the problem of low down torque is made worse when you stick a larger cam (with more overlap) in any engine as you effectively shift the power band. However by looking at the graph, we can see that power produced down low had increased by a staggering 10% using only our 12mm manifold insulator, with top-end increasing by a further 2kw at the rears! Please note that these results don't reflect the true nature of the on road gains given the lack of actual airflow, which further drop inlet temps.

Under normal driving conditions the plenum (upper manifold), with the insulator in place, becomes cool enough to comfortably touch. Unlike before, without the manifold insulator under the same driving conditions, making it very difficult to touch without getting burned!

POWER RUN, BEFORE AND AFTER MANIFOLD INSULATOR

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Manifold insulator
• 1 X Bolt pack
• 1 X Silicone gasket maker
• 1 X Mace sticker

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Parts Guide

Please select the part number you require from the drop down menu by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.

Notes:

• The image is for illustrative purposes only.
• Manifold insulator for WH Caprice/Statesman released from August 2000 onwards can be purchased through another listing
• Please confirm your runner profile prior to purchase as there was a design change in later model engines.
• To achieve optimum performance on a naturally aspirated engine, we recommend running a 25mm manifold insulator and a 12mm plenum spacer. However, for forced induction (side mount supercharger or turbo) we recommend running a 12mm manifold insulator and a 25mm plenum spacer.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden series from VS to VY fitted with L67 Supercharged 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; The difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a 6.35mm manifold insulator will conduct an amazing 876 times less heat.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X 6.35mm Manifold insulator

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Notes: 

• A 25mm manifold insulator can be purchased through another listing.
• Slight modifications to the fuel rail will be needed to install this insulator.
• The original bolts can be reused if this insulator is not used in conjunction with any intercooler.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden series from VS to VY fitted with L67 Supercharged 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; The difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a 25mm manifold insulator will conduct an amazing 3,448 times less heat.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• ​1 X 25mm Manifold insulator
• 1 X Set of longer bolts
• 1 X 25mm fuel injector extender kit
• 1 X Gasket sealer

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Notes: 

• A 6.35mm manifold insulator can be purchased through another listing.
• Slight modifications to the fuel rail will be needed to install this insulator.
• The original bolts can be reused if this insulator is not used in conjunction with any intercooler.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulators to suit the Holden VE series, fitted with the SIDI LLT 3.6L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; the difference works about to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Bolt pack (Not included in MI621)
• 1 X Silicone gasket maker
• 2 X Manifold insulator 

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Parts Guide

Please select the part number you require from the drop down menu by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulators to suit the Holden VZ and VE series, fitted with an Alloytec 3.6L V6.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length. 

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; the difference works out to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Dyno Results:

The following test was conducted on a 2007 model Holden Statesman, with a standard Alloytec 6. Looking at the graph, we can see that power produced down low had increased by a staggering 10%! While power also increased virtually across the entire rev range. Please note that these results don't reflect the true nature of the on road gains given the lack of actual airflow, which further drop inlet temps.

Under normal driving conditions the plenum (upper manifold), with the insulator in place, becomes cool enough to comfortably touch. Unlike before, without the manifold insulator installed under the same driving conditions, making it very difficult to touch without getting burnt!

 POWER RUN, BEFORE AND AFTER MANIFOLD INSULATOR

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Bolt pack (Not included in MI635)
• 1 X Silicone gasket maker
• 2 X Manifold insulator

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Parts Guide

Please select the part number you require from the drop down menu by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.

Note: Our 25mm manifold insulator kit cannot be installed on MY09.5 vehicles due to obstruction of the water hose.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden VS and VT series, fitted with an Ecotec L36 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.

What are manifold insulators and what do they do?

Manifold insulators are a thermal insulating spacer that mount between your engine block and intake manifold. Made from a heat blocking composite, our manifold insulators will increase power from your engine by keeping the intake cooler and increase low end torque by increasing runner length.

But how do manifold insulators keep the intake manifold cooler?

Given our manifold insulators are made from a composite material with a thermal conductivity of 0.29 W/m*K as opposed to aluminium, which has a thermal conductivity of 150 W/m*K; the difference works out to be that aluminium conducts heat 500 times higher than our composite material!

Also, with gaskets often made out of steel (thermal conductivity of 20 W/m-K) placed between the upper and lower manifolds being 0.5mm thick, replacing them with a manifold insulator will conduct up to an amazing 3,448 times less heat depending on the size chosen.

Our composite material also exhibits high stiffness and compressive strength, can withstand temperatures up to 150°C, and has a thermal expansion coefficient very similar to aluminium to increase sealing capabilities. In addition, the spacer can also withstand boosted conditions with ease.

Dyno Results:

The following test was conducted on a 1996 Holden Commodore VS with head and cam work. Normally the problem of low down torque is made worse when you stick a larger cam (with more overlap) in any engine as you effectively shift the power band. However by looking at the graph, we can see that power produced down low had increased by a staggering 10% using only our 12mm manifold insulator, with top-end increasing by a further 2kw at the rears! Please note that these results don't reflect the true nature of the on road gains given the lack of actual airflow, which further drop inlet temps.

Under normal driving conditions the plenum (upper manifold), with the insulator in place, becomes cool enough to comfortably touch. Unlike before, without the manifold insulator under the same driving conditions, making it very difficult to touch without getting burned!

POWER RUN, BEFORE AND AFTER MANIFOLD INSULATOR

Key Benefits:

• Design registered.
• Reduces charge air temperature resulting in better power consistency and detonation prevention.
• Power increase with no undesirable side effects.
• Improved low end torque by increasing runner length.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Easy to install.
• Can be used as a replacement gasket.
• Reusable.
• Proven gains at an affordable price.

Contents:

• 1 X Manifold insulator

Vehicle Fitment Guide

Parts Guide

Please select the part number you require from the drop down menu by utilising our vehicle fitment guide and parts guide.

Notes:

• The image is for illustrative purposes only.
• Longer bolts are required for the installation of these manifold insulators.
• Manifold insulator for WH Caprice/Statesman released from August 2000 onwards can be purchased through another listing.
• Please confirm your runner profile prior to purchase as there was a design change in later model engines.
• To achieve optimum performance on a naturally aspirated engine, we recommend running a 25mm manifold insulator and a 12mm plenum spacer. However, for forced induction (side mount supercharger or turbo) we recommend running a 12mm manifold insulator and a 25mm plenum spacer.

Exclusive to Mace Engineering, here we have our design-registered lower manifold insulator to suit the Holden VX and VY series, fitted with an Ecotec L36 3.8L 6 cylinder engine.