heat shield foil barrier
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heat shield foil barrier
im looking for a heat shield barrier for under carpet heat protection . now I now dynomat and eastwoods is brand name great but are there other , cheaper but still good nock -offs
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From: Jackson MS
Here's one of them:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...reflectix.html
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From: Lafayette Louisiana
Reflectix works for me.
I have installed Reflectix (sp?) from Lowe's hardware store in a couple of C3's and have been happy with the results. Reflectix comes in a roll, and looks like bubble wrap with a foil. You have to cut it to fit. It is a great economical choice I think. BTW, I suggest you also do all of the other heat stopping stuff too, under the Corvette tunnel insulation, seal up the fire wall holes, side vents, shutoff valve in heat core, ect.
hope this helps.
hope this helps.
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You want a metal surface. Its what spreads the heat across a large area.
The pro touring shop I use love the DEI Floor & Tunnel Shield II inside.
I used it underneath and used Vettenuts on the inside.
The pro touring shop I use love the DEI Floor & Tunnel Shield II inside.
I used it underneath and used Vettenuts on the inside.
Last edited by ddawson; Feb 23, 2016 at 11:46 PM.
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That foil [metal] surface in insulation reflects 'radiant' heat; the bubble-wrap (air pockets) provide insulation from heat 'conduction'. Reflectix is a decent and inexpensive alternative for under-carpet insulation. It's downside is that the air pockets eventually pop and lose their insulating qualities over time.
Jute insulation was installed at the factory to limit heat transfer into the passenger compartment. When new, it is a spongy fiberous mat that is efficient at limiting conduction heat. If you could find jute padding that has a foil reflective layer on it, that would be good to use. Jute will eventually compress, too; but that would take many years...especially if it is kept dry.
You might be able to find some inexpensive jute padding (3/8" - 1/2" thick) at some carpet supply stores. I think some of the Corvette parts supply places are now selling it with foil backing.
Jute insulation was installed at the factory to limit heat transfer into the passenger compartment. When new, it is a spongy fiberous mat that is efficient at limiting conduction heat. If you could find jute padding that has a foil reflective layer on it, that would be good to use. Jute will eventually compress, too; but that would take many years...especially if it is kept dry.
You might be able to find some inexpensive jute padding (3/8" - 1/2" thick) at some carpet supply stores. I think some of the Corvette parts supply places are now selling it with foil backing.
Last edited by 7T1vette; Feb 24, 2016 at 09:08 AM.
