On Saturday 02 December 2006 09:44 am, Paul Dorsey wrote:
> List,
> I am considering using (Liquid Nail-like) adhesive to stick
> aluminum-foil-like/padding (1/8" thick) to both top and bottom of gearbox
> cover and floorpans. This roll of special padding says it keeps out
> unwanted heat and noise and is shiny on one side. Is there a good reason
> not to do this? I will be especially careful not to trap-in moisture.
>
> Thanks,
> Paul Dorsey
> 60 TR3A
>
Paul,
I opted to use 1/4 " carpet felt underlayment. I got a remnant from a friend's
carpet store. This stuff seems to be made out of just about every fiber known
to man. I cut patterns from the carpets and glued it to the carpet with that
3m spray stuff. The transmission and floor carpets are secured to the body
using snaps.
I have it installed on the 58 3A. But since I usually drive with the top down,
dont know about noise. And heat is never a problem.
I also did the TR4 project carpets but have yet to install them. I am waiting
to finish all the painting etc. As with the 3, the 4 floor and transmission
carpets will be secured to the body with snaps.
Most of the rest of the carpets are secured to the body with that carpet
double stick tape. I didnt want to use glue just in case I needed to remove
the carpets. I do have to press then once in awhile.
Bob
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