Sunday, January 15, 2012

Heat 'n' Sound Proofing

The Problem:  One of the few downsides of Keith, is that his engine juts into the cab.  This causes substantial heat and noise for primarily the driver, but also the passenger.  So, when driving along the open road, you would have to almost shout to each other, while the heat came up into your feet and legs. 
Not a pleasant concept for driving around in Australia's hot climate. 

The Answer:  After some researching, Danny purchased 3 products -

1. Thermal Reflective Heat Shield (self adhesive)
2. G Force Exhaust Wrap
3. Roll of Insulation Mat - Acoustic Dampening / Heat & Sound

He applied 1. to the internal firewalls in the engine bay. 
Then he used 2. to wrap the exhaust, which was quite a difficult process, calling on the not-so-expert assistance of Sammy.
And finally, Danny took out the cab foot well and fire wall carpet and plastered 3.  all over it and under the bonnet and cab as well.  The carpet pieces mananged, to Sammy's surprise, to fit back quite easily.

Danny took Keith for a test drive around Redcliffe, and the 3 products made a considerable difference to the heat and noise.  Yipee!



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