|
sound dampening
Okay, I'm planning on using the Coyote X method of interior improvement -- carpeting over the frame -- but I have a question or two.
After removing the interior plastics I have a bunch of space in there between the frame and the "skin" of the car. I'll certainly take the asphalt off, but I'd still like to dampen the road noise. Can I jam a bunch of polyethylene or polyurethane foam in there? There's a company which produces the stuff locally (in fact, they have recycled PE foam... go green kids) so availability isn't an issue, and unless I REALLY cram it in there the asphalt I'll be removing will still weigh more, meaning I'll have a net weight loss.
Does anyone know the +'s and -'s of PE and PU? I've found quite a bit of information online but I'd prefer it from someone who's worked with the stuff before. I'm assuming that low density will be the way to go (less weight) but again I have no experience with the stuff. Ideally I want something that's not going to rot and doesn't trap water since I have a rust issue (for now). Also something that's not going to burst into flames should I encounter a day or two over 100 degrees... yay global warming!
|