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Eastwood sound deadening mats #1424955 04/24/13 12:51 PM 04/24/13 12:51 PM
Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 212 Mid Michigan C Coronet-R/T-Rag OP enthusiast
Coronet-R/T-Rag OP enthusiast C Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 212 Mid Michigan	Eastwood sells an inexpensive version of the Dynamat product. I've read the reviews and it seems that they work good but melt under high temps? Anyone used them? What's your experience? http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-thermocoustic-material.html

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Coronet-R/T-Rag] #1424956 04/24/13 01:01 PM 04/24/13 01:01 PM
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B1arno super stock B Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,039 Redwood City Ca.	I'm curious also. I will be needing some.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: B1arno] #1424957 04/24/13 01:08 PM 04/24/13 01:08 PM
Joined: Apr 2013 Posts: 20 Madill Oklahoma USA K kendalljones member
kendalljones member K Joined: Apr 2013 Posts: 20 Madill Oklahoma USA	I have heard mixed opinions on the Eastwood mats. You are correct, the problem is the ability to withstand the heat Dynamat does. I ended up using the Dynamat because of the fact I have used it before and works well. I kinda go by the, "You get what you pay for." If the mufflers are close, or something that makes a lot of heat, MAY be a problem. I will be watching to see if anyone has used it before.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: kendalljones] #1424958 04/24/13 02:49 PM 04/24/13 02:49 PM
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Kern Dog Striving for excellence Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 18,493 Granite Bay CA	I am also interested in adding some type of sound deadening mat in my car. I searched for a thread I started sometime ago regarding the same thing, but gave up when I couldn't find it. My 70 Charger is fine for short trips but once you drive for more than 45 minutes to an hour, the noise and drone tend to wear on me. I am leaning heavily toward Fat mat. Amazon sells a roll that is 1 ft wide, 50 ft long and 80 mils thick. $93. I figure that 2 rolls will cover the whole floor, package tray, trunk divider and behind the door and kick panels. If it only reduces the interior noise by 15-20%, I'd consider that a win.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Kern Dog] #1424959 04/24/13 03:08 PM 04/24/13 03:08 PM
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 16,844 Phoenix - surface of the sun nomore65BelvJim I Live Here
nomore65BelvJim I Live Here Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 16,844 Phoenix - surface of the sun	http://www.amazon.com/Cofair-Products-QR625-Aluminium-Quick/dp/B001N87K7O 7680917-100_0712a.JPG (233 downloads)

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: nomore65BelvJim] #1424960 04/24/13 03:56 PM 04/24/13 03:56 PM
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Hemi_Joel master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 7,490 Minnesota	The cheapest way that I know of is to use Modified bitumen rolled roofing and a layer of bubble foil insulation. Find a commercial roofer and ask to buy some scraps or cut-off ends from a roll. Or buy a whole 39"x 33' roll at a commercial roofing wholesaler for about $80. The bubble insul is about $14 at Menards. I did this on my 67 Olds 442, and was amazed at how effective it was. Much quieter and cooler than before. I didn't even cover the hump or the doors. I just made sure to get the firewall really well and the floor pans. Since it is a convert, I din't know if I would notice any sound deadening because of wind noise, but it was very noticable. [img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img] 31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Hemi_Joel] #1424961 04/24/13 05:47 PM 04/24/13 05:47 PM
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Kern Dog Striving for excellence Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 18,493 Granite Bay CA	The roofing type matting is a cheap alternative but every testimonial that I have heard involves an odor of the tar imbedded in the mat. Some say it went away within a few days, others say it is still there after a year. If you don't have an overly sensitive nose, this may be a great option.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Kern Dog] #1424962 04/24/13 08:05 PM 04/24/13 08:05 PM
Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 7,196 Harrisburg, Pa. screamindriver master
screamindriver master Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 7,196 Harrisburg, Pa.	I just used the eastwood mats...Did a complete floor...As with all of these types of mats they're heavy !!! Added alot of weight quick...So far so good...No odor with the mats that I could tell and the dual exhaust has'nt created any melting issues I'm aware of...I did break the cheezy roller supplied with the kit in short order and stepped up to a better one...And the edges were sharp and unforgiving during the install... Eastwood just had a sale on the mats...

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: screamindriver] #1424963 04/25/13 09:39 AM 04/25/13 09:39 AM
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a12rag master Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,918 Calgary, Alberta Canada	I did the "Fat Mat" stuff off ebay, covering the complete floor, hump, firewall, rear wheel well part that is in passenger compartment, and the package tray . . . WOW !!! Can certainly tell the car is quieter inside, and you can barely hear the wonderfull exhaust sound . . . so, I say it is worth the effort to install and the little bit (ok, maybe more than a little) of added weight !!! I also noticed the heat was way down too !!! I had run the engine without the mat installed and noticed how warm the tranny tunnel got - nothing now with the mat installed !!! I think for the money, the fat mat stuff, is worth it !! As far as it melting or coming unglued . . . can't say as I have gotten things that warm !!! Cheers Mark

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: a12rag] #1424964 04/25/13 11:41 AM 04/25/13 11:41 AM
Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 5,160 Texas dannysbee master
dannysbee master Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 5,160 Texas	I know some here are weight consious. A good place to look for lightweight sound deadining products is the aircraft industry. Costs more but in some cases definitely worth it. Just some food for thought. Getting old just means you were smarter than some and luckier than others.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Coronet-R/T-Rag] #1424965 04/26/13 01:29 AM 04/26/13 01:29 AM
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71autoxr super stock Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 752 AZ - The "dry heat" state	2 boxes in my dart convertible. I did inside doors, floors firewall, inner rear quarters, basically everywhere i could. No problems melting. Im in az, and been out in 110F with the asphault temps likely in the 150s. AC kept the car reasonable comfortable. As far as sound deadener quality, worth the weight. Mine is a cruiser so i wanted comfort over power. Ive got heat shields on the mufflers and so far no melting of the insualtion. Stuff is easy to work with, and makes a world of difference. I wouldnt definately do it again. 68 AMX mopars red headed stepchild 69 Dart GT Convertible 340 4 speed 71 Challenger - looks like the avatar!

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: dannysbee] #1424966 04/26/13 01:40 AM 04/26/13 01:40 AM
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 16,844 Phoenix - surface of the sun nomore65BelvJim I Live Here
nomore65BelvJim I Live Here Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 16,844 Phoenix - surface of the sun	Quote: I know some here are weight consious. A good place to look for lightweight sound deadining products is the aircraft industry. Costs more but in some cases definitely worth it. Just some food for thought. Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Co. sound proofing link. Also this looks good too, from RAAMaudio

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Hemi_Joel] #1424967 04/26/13 02:41 AM 04/26/13 02:41 AM
Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,782 USA J JoesMopar master
JoesMopar master J Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,782 USA	Quote: The cheapest way that I know of is to use Modified bitumen rolled roofing and a layer of bubble foil insulation. Find a commercial roofer and ask to buy some scraps or cut-off ends from a roll. Or buy a whole 39"x 33' roll at a commercial roofing wholesaler for about $80. The bubble insul is about $14 at Menards. I did this on my 67 Olds 442, and was amazed at how effective it was. Much quieter and cooler than before. I didn't even cover the hump or the doors. I just made sure to get the firewall really well and the floor pans. Since it is a convert, I din't know if I would notice any sound deadening because of wind noise, but it was very noticable. I have a roll of that stuff and was thinking of using it as well. Would it be "ok" to spray undercoating onto the floor pans to not only seal them good but reduce noise as well? Wasn't sure about the fire risk.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Coronet-R/T-Rag] #1424968 04/26/13 09:31 AM 04/26/13 09:31 AM
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Mapandjlp mopar M Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 509 Middle River, MD	I used this in my Challenger floor. Didn't add too much weight but made a difference in db in the cabin. Good "bang for the buck"... http://www.audimutesoundproofing.com/how-to-soundproof-a-room-soundproof-walls-sound-insulation.aspx M

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Mapandjlp] #1424969 04/26/13 09:59 AM 04/26/13 09:59 AM
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jlatessa pro stock J Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 1,317 Ohio	Looks good, what adhesive did you use/ Thanks, Joe

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: jlatessa] #1424970 04/26/13 10:28 AM 04/26/13 10:28 AM
Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 5,160 Texas dannysbee master
dannysbee master Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 5,160 Texas	http://www.b-quiet.com/compare.html these folks seem to be getting good reviews. Getting old just means you were smarter than some and luckier than others.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: jlatessa] #1424971 04/26/13 06:26 PM 04/26/13 06:26 PM
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Mapandjlp mopar M Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 509 Middle River, MD	Quote: Looks good, what adhesive did you use/ Thanks, Joe If you're asking me, I didn't use adhesive. Just laid it out on the floor and put the carpet over top. It stays in place pretty well as it's a pretty non-slick material. IIRC, it's made from recycled tires.

Re: Eastwood sound deadening mats [Re: Coronet-R/T-Rag] #1424972 04/28/13 06:38 AM 04/28/13 06:38 AM
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kentj340 top fuel Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 1,655 Cut and Shoot, TX	My unused Eastwood 36 sq ft mat kit is for sale. For you only a special deal - half price. Waaay too heavy. You pay the freight. No refunds. If you don't see two dolphins, you need a vacation.

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