Negatory, it's not noisy. It is lined with sound damper.Yes, it is very
strong, it is not plastic but high density fiberglass. I burned one some
months ago and as fiberglass it is not flammable.
Biggest problem with it is that mine has been dropped hard on the edge
making it rough.  I will seal it with hot glue.

Entity andrewbell spoke thus:

> Man, oh man.  I wasn't misunderstanding. I, too, have poked around lots
> and lots of Vans and other busses, but have never encountered the
> plastic lid. Isn't it noisy? Is it strong enough to ensure a load? What
> happens in the event of an engine fire? Torched passengers? Doesn't
> sound safe. Why would you want to have a plastic engine compartment lid?
> Weight savings? Manufacturing cost? Sounds like a dumb idea. I say buy a
> metal one from Chris...
>
> AB

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