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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: bpossel on March 22, 2007, 20:53:16

Title: Dynamat ?
Post by: bpossel on March 22, 2007, 20:53:16

What is a good source to buy this stuff?

Is this still recommended for sound proofing under the carpet?

What is recommended to reduce heat, and noise?

I just pulled out all of my carpet and all of the thick silver backed padding.  In doing this I also ended up pulling out all of the tar-like stuff that was originally applied to the floors.  Alot of it pulled up with the silver stuff.  Sort of broke apart... so I went ahead and removed the rest with a putty knife..

Now I have nice metal floors...  and no rust. Huraah!

I want to do this right, so what is recommended?

Thanks!!!
Bob



bpossel  (Memphis, TN.)
'71 280SL  /  '97 E320

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: hauser on March 22, 2007, 21:12:57

Just rember when appling the Dynamat not to cover up the carpet snaps!

1969 280sl 5 spd
Gainesville, Fl.

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: Markus on March 22, 2007, 21:38:49

I found Summit Racing to have the most attractive price for foil backed Dynamat.

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: jsaylor on March 23, 2007, 03:43:39

bob,

I used plain dynamat 12" squares, self sticking, AFTER epoxy priming floors.  Sound great, no real heat issues, easy.  Have my new square weave installed, quite thrilled. :D

Jim Saylor
Kauai, Hawaii
'65 230SL

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: CraigD on March 23, 2007, 19:29:25

I reviewed the Dynamat listings on the Summit Racing website... what thickness is right for the floor beneath carpet?  I see .067"/.070" thickness listed, but that seems to thin... and the other thickness I see is 0.75", which seems too thick...



Craig
'70 280SL Euro, Manual,  Leather
Silver/Black

 

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: n/a on March 23, 2007, 21:54:43

bpossel

You should be able to get the dynamat at most any of the custom audio installers.  I believe I bought some in the audio section at Best Buy the last time I needed it.  I am not sure how the prices compare with Summit or others.  Just check around.  I am sure you can find it in Memphis.  

Also, I have seen some articles that touted a spray on product called Lizard Skin.  It supposedly has excellent heat and sound insulation qualities, and is relatively easy to apply.  I intend to look into it the next time I have a need for insulation.

Anyway good luck on whatever You decide to use.

Iverson

Title: Re: Dynamat ?
Post by: bpossel on March 24, 2007, 05:42:45

Thanks Everyone!

I found Dynamat Xtreme at Curcuit City to be the lowest price in my area.  Will pick it up today.  5 sheets for $139.  Each sheet is 18"x39" (packaged as a "trunk kit" for car audio).
Thanks again!

bpossel  (Memphis, TN.)
'71 280SL  /  '97 E320