An exhaust stack cover sized to substantially conform and fit snugly, or
elastically over the end and opening of the exhaust stack of a vehicle
engine such that during transportation of the vehicle, wherein the engine
is inoperative, a vacuum or air flow is prevented within the exhaust stack
and thus the communicating turbine. Elimination of this vacuum and
associated air flow prevents detrimental mechanical actuation of parts.
Specifically the turbine shaft is protected, which is particularly
susceptible to damage due to rotation without appropriate lubrication. The
cover can be formed from a substantially heat resistant material such as
neoprene which can withstand a substantial direct temperature by the
exhaust stack as well as provide some elasticity in order to snugly and
tightly grip the outside surface of the exhaust stack.
