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Does anyone else have a problem using a sound deadening product, in my case B-Quiet Extreme, on our nice new inside paint? The asphalt goo is messy and the manufacturer stated that it was not designed to ever be removed. I wonder if it hardens like undercoating, and we all know what a joy that is to remove. Maybe I should just put some carpet underlayment down?
Thanks,
Scott in CA
 
I'm curious about this too. I had planned on using DynaMat (or it's equivalent) when I repainted my Bugeye, but not ever being able to remove it scares me a bit if/when I re-restore it 20 or 30 years from now. I imagine it dries to as rock-like hardness, which definitely would be no fun to remove.
 
I think one key thing to remember is flammability: is the material flammable? Not a great idea to introduce flammable material into your cockpit (e.g., right under your bum).

Whatever you use, be sure it's non-flammable and rated as such. The old materials such as jute, etc., could absorb liquids such as gasoline, etc., and become a literal explosive device if sparks or an ignition source is present.

Fire in moving cars are, of course, very problematic because you have lots of oxygen, ignition sources all over the place, and flammable materials.

I would put anything in my LBC that make it MORE flammable! :lol:
 
Whats the chances of a spark / short circuit situation on an LBC?
 
I have a design and the parts for an Ansul style system to attach to the underside of the hood, and the extinguisher mounted beside me. The first four cars I saw in the junk yards after buying my GT6 were all engine fires.
 
I used Dyna-mat about ten years ago on a MGB, and last year on my Midget project. It is very asphalt like, with stong adhesive........I would imagine it would be a real PIA to remove, even with a heat gun! Having said that, its wonderful stuff, and if I ever restore again ( I pray not ), I would use it again.
 
How much would you estimate it weighed (the dynamat required for the Midget)?
 
Only on Midgets and such, Bugeyes no.
 
Jiffy seal (used for roofing and window flashing) makes a great (and relatively inexpensive) substitute for Dynamat
 
For a line of cars known for floor rot, I'm a little hesitant of covering the floors with something that could hold moisture.
 
Actually, I would bet that well applied sound control mat would help keep water out. Esp Jiffy seal, it's designed to keep water out.
 
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