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Old Jan 29, 2008 | 11:09 PM
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how much reflectix is needed to do the whole car?
or any other type of insulation or deadner because right now i have no carpet or juke (whatever you call it) i just rubberized it
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Old Jan 30, 2008 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by L82shark
I am about to replace the carpet in my 78. I switched the exhaust to true duals and was wondering what the best sound/heat insulation is to use and is easy to install. What have some of you guys used?
I used the microspheres mixed in rustoleum paint on the bare metal, then reflectix, then carpet pad and carpet. Works great! Some don't like the microspheres - you can find more by searching on 'microspheres'....
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Old Jan 30, 2008 | 10:54 AM
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I got mine from Lowes.3 rolls for entire interior,+ 2 rolls of Aluminum duct tape for seams.Total about $58.00










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Old Jan 30, 2008 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by steve228
I got mine from Lowes.3 rolls for entire interior,+ 2 rolls of Aluminum duct tape for seams.Total about $58.00










Looks great! Nice job.
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Old Jan 30, 2008 | 12:08 PM
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Thanks' judd...it was'nt hard,just akward .
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Old Jan 30, 2008 | 12:42 PM
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I used reflectix on my car as well. Works great and is cheap. One word of caution - I ran the reflectix over the transmission tunnel between the seats. When I place the center console back on, the underside of the power window switches touched the reflectix. That stuff conducts electricity and caused a blown fuse. Just take care and add some electrical insullation where needed.

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