They were actually made of asbestos... can you believe that? I wouldn't leave it off... that will absolutely cook your accesory belts. You could probably manufacture one yourself from stainless steel, or if you want something easier, the vendors make replacements out of various materials starting at about $60. Louie Golden VIN 10115 Sanford, NC --- doctorDHD@xxxx wrote: >I noticed that my DeLorean does not have a muffler heat shield. How >important is it. What will happen if it remains off. What is it made of. Can I >build one myself? > >Dave & 6530 _____________________________________________________________ See what you missed! Read the report on the 2003 DMC Open House Event at http://www.delorean.com/2003event.asp _____________________________________________________________ Select your own custom email address for FREE! Get you@xxxx, No Ads, 6MB, IMAP, POP, SMTP & more! http://www.everyone.net/selectmail?campaign=tag