Carpeting ????
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From: trample the weak...hurdle the dead SC
Carpeting ????
What and where did you guys purchase the material to help insulate the interior carpeting? I remember a thread awhile back of someone using foil backed bubble-wrap, you input would be appreciated!
Thanks,
Tom
Thanks,
Tom
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From: Centreville, VA USA
Re: Carpeting ???? (HEARTBEATUSA)
I used Reflectix from Home Depot (also available at Loews). I then used duct tape and aluminum tape to seal it up. So far so good but I have not put my carpet down yet.
I also used POR15 on my floorpans to keep them from rusting.
GOOD LUCK. :cheers:
Tim M.
I also used POR15 on my floorpans to keep them from rusting.
GOOD LUCK. :cheers:
Tim M.
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From: Katy (Houston) TX
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Re: Carpeting ???? (1LE)
Just remember to be careful with your speaker wires. Some people have reported having interference in their radio when the speaker wires were below (against the foil) the insulation. I just did mine and used the Home Depot stuff. It is in the water heater area and is foil backed on one side. I installed it with the foil facing the ground and then ran my speaker wires over the insulation, not under. In order to form it to the contours I did it in sections and also cut out slivers to mold the edges. The stuff also comes with foil tape to tape up the seams. I think I may use the left over bit for a tranny cover. Haven't decided and not sure if it will work. Was thinking about taping it up to the underneath of the tranny cover area. I'm thinking it may fall off though.
I had to use 2 rolls of the stuff and I completely did the floor and cockpit area minus the rear compartment area. Here's a pic as I was in the process:
I had to use 2 rolls of the stuff and I completely did the floor and cockpit area minus the rear compartment area. Here's a pic as I was in the process:
