Joe Lucca wrote: > > good morning all, > > has anyone stuffed any extra insulation in the side panelsof their vanagon? > if so, what kind and do you recommend doing this? > > joe > 1986 vanagon Joe, I filled the cavities with polyurethane foam. It took many cans. I had R13 before but didn't like the idea of fibers possibly floating around inside the van. I think the polyurethane foam adds a little bit of impact absorbtion. It also has a higher R value than R13 fiberglass. Grant |
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