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- Usage of adhesive
- Automotive Goop: type of adhesive used typically for plastic or metal mesh that are used for car grilles. Relatively cheap adhesive and takes 1 full day to properly cure. Need to make sure mesh is flush on intake when installing (can be easily done with zip ties and other materials to keep mesh in place). Strong adhesive that should stay durable. Keep in mind this would keep the mesh in-place on the intake so necessary maintenance might be tricky. Also need to consider if we want to use the adhesive on the inner or outer part of the intake.
- usage of 3-D printed double ring (or some other material) to put the flushed mesh into a place where the adhesive does not impact airflow (when placed on inside of intake) or be fully exposed to open air (when placed on outside of intake
- Automotive Goop: type of adhesive used typically for plastic or metal mesh that are used for car grilles. Relatively cheap adhesive and takes 1 full day to properly cure. Need to make sure mesh is flush on intake when installing (can be easily done with zip ties and other materials to keep mesh in place). Strong adhesive that should stay durable. Keep in mind this would keep the mesh in-place on the intake so necessary maintenance might be tricky. Also need to consider if we want to use the adhesive on the inner or outer part of the intake.
- Usage of Tape
- Foam Tape: provides an air tight acrylic adhesive seal and is adjustable/flexible. Relatively strong (not as strong as if using a glue adhesive, made of polyethylene foam) but also allows for easier maintenance if necessary. Probably most ideal to put on outer part of intake so that the tape and overlaying mesh does not interfere with the airflow going through the intake. High density material and can handle both the heat and cold pretty well (-60 to 150 farenheit).