Sound Proof I/O Material ?

abl1111 · #1 03-19-2018, 03:10 PM

The sound proof material I used on my I/O cover 13-14 years ago has finally crapped out. I want to remove and install new stuff. The material I initially used was from West Marine.

Does anyone have an opinion on a good quality replacement and a source ? As it is now, I'll be using acoustical hangers to hold the material in place ( i.e. galvanized based epoxied in place with a nail in center ).

Thx - the Springtime launch 'to-do' list has begun....

Ed · #2 03-19-2018, 04:28 PM

Give Chris at Sounddown a call. They have the best sound proofing material in the business. Your compartment is small, so it should not be terribly expensive.

gofastsandman · #3 03-19-2018, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed

Give Chris at Sounddown a call. They have the best sound proofing material in the business. Your compartment is small, so it should not be terribly expensive.

True dat.

If you are on a budget, you can use A/C duct insulation.

bigeasy1 · #4 03-21-2018, 01:25 PM

Another yes vote for the Sound Down .Used it on my Tsunami I/O motor compartment made a big difference in noise reduction.It is heavy as hell but installs easily with the mounting studs they supply.

abl1111 · #5 03-22-2018, 08:26 PM

Weird - I sent him an email (2) days ago - crickets.

FAS · #6 03-29-2018, 08:15 PM

looks like you are on LI,NY.I have plenty of sounddown,"lead lined," shiny faced stuff.happy to help you for a low price.I won't ever use all I have.

abl1111 · #7 03-29-2018, 09:20 PM

DAMN ! I called the company back and spoke to a sales guy and bought the lead lined stuff. I missed you by a few days. Thank you anyway. It is thicker than the stuff ( initially, from W. Marine ) I have in there now - so I'm assuming it'll be even more quiet.

Bet your chafing at the bit like I am to get some warmer weather around here !