As I am getting older (now 82) my tolerance for really hot and humid days has become more of a challenge. In the past I've used a cool vest which is soaked in water for a few minutes then air dried. As it air dries small packets of a pellet type substance sewn in the vest expands which provides a limited degree of cooling. Not perfect but better.

Now I am interested in a cooling system that incorporates a hose attached to the helmet that can also cool my head. Since I have a '27 Ford Roadster there is very limited room next to the driver but I can mount a small ice packed canister in front of the battery which is in the trunk of the car.

I am interested in feed back from anyone who has experience with one the these ice canister type cooling systems. I race in an area where the humidity is normally fairly low (50% - 70%) it's not unusual for the temperature to exceed 108.

Any information would be appreciated.

Bob

Bob, if I recollect correctly, you race in a area where there isnt any racing LOL

Bob,

It sounds like you are looking for an active cooling system, that circulates cool water to the body. We used a similar system for land speed racing at the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Here's a link to a system for your head & they also sell vest/shirts also.

https://coolshirt.com/product/hothead-kit/

2BKING

I used this kit. Won’t race in the heat without it. As a matter of fact I will have it on tomorrow.

https://coolshirt.com/product/drag-pack/