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      06-19-2020, 03:10 PM   #4
supermike222
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Drives: BMW 430i
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Originally Posted by 328iX View Post
Engine noise primarily comes from the exhaust and the intake, the cover is there for aesthetics and yes noise reduction. There is also a foam pad underneath the cover that mutes the noise of the injectors and other mechanical clatter.

Removing the cover/ foam pad will not harm anything, if anything it's better for the engine because it does not allow the wiring to bake underneath and will promote airflow.

Regarding your steering improving, that's in your head, lol.
Thanks, just wanted to make sure

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Originally Posted by Billfitz View Post
Google 'placebo effect' and 'confirmation bias'.
Yeah that would make sense lol... I am still confused because I didn't even think that the weight would make any difference at all, I did some more testing with the handling and it's the same as before. (I think)
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