Date:         Sat, 15 Apr 1995 09:43:45 -0700 (PDT)
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         "Thom Fitzpatrick" <thom@tim.com>
Subject:      Re: Gas Tank Conversion - Finale

>> 	I also insulated the entire top of the engine compartment with this
>> stuff called "THe Insulator", an impulse purchase at the local speed shop.
>> I used Liquid Nails and 3M 90 Spray adhesive.  I also insulated the rear
>> apron, although I'm not sure how well this stuff can take the heat.  It does
>> work as far as keeping the apron cool, though...  I also insulated the 
>> engine lid on a whim.  The bus is much quieter now, at least engine noise
>
>The Insulator?
>Tell us more about this stuff.

"The Insulator" is this fiber mat stuff with a foil backing.

>And, just what are liquid nails?

Liquid nails is a caulk-type adhesive, but you can buy it in a squeeze
tube, too.  Its been around forever, you can just ask your local hardware
store for it.

3M 90 is a spray adhesive, and its expensive - almost $12 per can!  Oye!

Thom
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