We don't get Forum Nazi about off topic like some. The thread about a clean engine, I don't see a problem. ;)

Yeah drop some names please.

I use simple green

Simple Green, or Black Magic Engine Shine!

I triple the :thumbup2: on Simple Green

Does the "heat trap of death" need to stay on or can you drive around without it? Does it keep the engine cooler or anything?

Take the heat trap off....it won't cause any issues and will keep the intake a bit cooler.

Alright I'm keeping it off. Thanks for the answer. Might put it back on for winter.

Mine has been gone for about 3 years now.

By the term "heat trap", do you mean the large gray plastic engine cover held on by the oil fill cap? Is it better to leave that off? It seems to serve no purpose. What is it's purpose?