sound deadner installation for C3
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here is a link to some info. on sound deadener installation from the C3 area....
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-question.html
here is a link to some info. on sound deadener installation from the C3 area....
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-question.html
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Moving this over to C3 Tech for responses.
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Hi 70,
Welcome!
The firewall insulation was originally glued to the cowl directly below the opening for the windshield.
It was typically installed in a very hap-hazard way. You'll have to hold it up in place to determine what is the left and right sides.
What year car are you working on?
Regards,
Alan
Here's an example of some of the original.
I believe what Dr.R sells is a replacement for items number 1 and 6.
Welcome!
The firewall insulation was originally glued to the cowl directly below the opening for the windshield.
It was typically installed in a very hap-hazard way. You'll have to hold it up in place to determine what is the left and right sides.
What year car are you working on?
Regards,
Alan
Here's an example of some of the original.
I believe what Dr.R sells is a replacement for items number 1 and 6.
Last edited by Alan 71; Mar 19, 2017 at 10:16 AM.
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Hi 70,
Perhaps you can post a photo of the pieces you have and someone can point out what's the top and the left/right.
These pieces were very roughly die cut originally, and pushed into place with just a little glue to secure them.
Regards,
Alan
Perhaps you can post a photo of the pieces you have and someone can point out what's the top and the left/right.
These pieces were very roughly die cut originally, and pushed into place with just a little glue to secure them.
Regards,
Alan
Last edited by Alan 71; Mar 19, 2017 at 12:16 PM.
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Mr. Alan, i played around with the sound deadener yesterday and i think i may have it resolved, thanks, the picture/diagram you sent me very helpful. one more thing, i also bought the three piece firewall insulation mat (item#2) from the Doc, and i temperarily installed it with bolts through the firewall to see the fit up. it seems to fit good, with the exception of the passenger side opening where the heater core is mounted, the floor board opening is larger than the mat, my AMS book (1969) shows cutting that area away, is that what i need to do in order to get it to fit properly, thanks Stick
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Hi 70,
Yes, the AIM indicates some of the blanket should be cut away under certain situations.
Does your car have a/c?
The mat is cut for that option since the opening in the firewall for an a/c car is larger than the one in a non a/c car.
Regards,
Alan
Yes, the AIM indicates some of the blanket should be cut away under certain situations.
Does your car have a/c?
The mat is cut for that option since the opening in the firewall for an a/c car is larger than the one in a non a/c car.
Regards,
Alan
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From: luling la
yes, my car is an original AC car and i've got it rebuilt already and will be putting it back on the car. should i install the mat first, then put the sound deadener on or does a portion of the deadener go behind the mat, thanks so much for your help, my first restoration and i'm learning as i go.
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Hi 70,
I would install the mat first and then the sound deadener!
FIRST restoration… GOOD FOR YOU!
Nothing like restoring an old Corvette to humble an individual!!!
Would be interesting to see some photos of what you're working on?!
Regards,
Alan
I would install the mat first and then the sound deadener!
FIRST restoration… GOOD FOR YOU!
Nothing like restoring an old Corvette to humble an individual!!!
Would be interesting to see some photos of what you're working on?!
Regards,
Alan
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yes, my car is an original AC car and i've got it rebuilt already and will be putting it back on the car. should i install the mat first, then put the sound deadener on or does a portion of the deadener go behind the mat, thanks so much for your help, my first restoration and i'm learning as i go.
You need to go to your user profile and put in your location and some other personal info so folks know where you are located, etc. That will help get more input.
Happy to see you getting additional advice from the forum guys to help in the build. They will have the answers to your questions.
Larry
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From: luling la
Stick:
You need to go to your user profile and put in your location and some other personal info so folks know where you are located, etc. That will help get more input.
Happy to see you getting additional advice from the forum guys to help in the build. They will have the answers to your questions.
Larry
You need to go to your user profile and put in your location and some other personal info so folks know where you are located, etc. That will help get more input.
Happy to see you getting additional advice from the forum guys to help in the build. They will have the answers to your questions.
Larry
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Hi 70,
You can get to your profile by clicking on your user name that is next to each post you make. The first option is View Public Profile.
On the right side of this page you see the list of vendor logos… at the top of the list is the Community…. one of the options is For sale Forum. Click on it to go to that Forum.
Regards,
Alan
You can get to your profile by clicking on your user name that is next to each post you make. The first option is View Public Profile.
On the right side of this page you see the list of vendor logos… at the top of the list is the Community…. one of the options is For sale Forum. Click on it to go to that Forum.
Regards,
Alan
Last edited by Alan 71; Mar 21, 2017 at 08:04 AM.
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From: luling la
Hi 70,
You can get to your profile by clicking on your user name that is next to each post you make. The first option is View Public Profile.
On the right side of this page you see the list of vendor logos… at the top of the list is the Community…. one of the options is For sale Forum. Click on it to go to that Forum.
Regards,
Alan
You can get to your profile by clicking on your user name that is next to each post you make. The first option is View Public Profile.
On the right side of this page you see the list of vendor logos… at the top of the list is the Community…. one of the options is For sale Forum. Click on it to go to that Forum.
Regards,
Alan
I think I have the sound deadener temporarily in place, then i videoed it but i can't download to the forum. Do you have an email address that i can send the video to you from my phone??
thanks
stick