I removed the tape off my top FET heatsink and epoxied it hanging out to one side. (the FETS are a bit off to one side so this works well) Then I epoxied it to the side of the case when I did the bottom FETS. With no end caps I get air flow inside too.
My bottom Heat pad thingy looked the same off a NEW Quark, I thought my old one came apart, but looks like they are not 'seated in' right from the start.

I just got back from racing, used smaller tires after a 15 min haul my motor was 180* in spots, my Quark was 120*, batts barely warm. I think I will try to gear up to try to equalize my temps a bit. The nitro guys really took notice this time....

My CAP mahowk is doing fine. Its quite sturdy and in a well protected spot.


As for CAP placement, I dont think it was the extra wire that was a concern. I wish I could remember more, ( I cant find it now) but it was proximity to the FETS that was a concern. (I understand electronics and wiring, but this was something that didnt make sence at the time, and I just glanced over it.)