Removing the sound deadening in the trans tunnel

[mspiegle]

Are there any safety reasons why I shouldn't remove the sound deadening material in the transmission tunnel and on the firewall? I imagine it's primarily in there to keep the cabin quieter, but I wasn't sure if it also acted as some sort of a heat shield.

Thanks in advance!

[AndrewBird]

The cabin might get a bit warmer and yes it will be louder, but I think that's about it.

[jlevie]

That pretty well sums it up...

[mspiegle]

Excellent... Just making sure. Thanks!