> How hot does the metal cover above the engine get? > > Would it be possible to use an open or closed cell neoprene thick rubber pad > to deaden the sound? > > I use a 1 inch thick open cell neoprene (wet suit material) under my big > speakers at home and deadens the sound underneath so anyone under me would not > feel the thumping sound of the loud bass. Just a thought. > > robert > NYC > > > Years ago, when my neighbor remodelled her house, I cut eight pieces > out of the carpet she was throwing away. I used the carpet from the back of > my van for a pattern. I keep these piled up on top of the engine cover and > they do a good job of keeping the sound down. Also handy when you must crawl > under your van or when you want something comfortable to sit on. > > Joe/Albuquerque > > 82 Diesel > gettin close to 300k > |
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