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where to find interior foam insulation
Posted: Sat Dec 31, 2022 12:32 am
by alaskan9974
I was thinking to strip the interior this winter and prime it. Looking for members who did this, can't decide on paint type/color and what foam insulation to use instead of the stock vinyl panels.
Re: where to find interior foam insulation
Posted: Sat Dec 31, 2022 7:18 pm
by hilltop170
Selkirk makes pre-cut soundproof kits in 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch thickness available for Cessna 170, 172, 175, 180, 182, 185, 206 and 207 aircraft.
Pretty sure Spruce sells the bulk pieces.
Re: where to find interior foam insulation
Posted: Sun Jan 01, 2023 5:13 am
by GAHorn
You may be disappointed in the actual amount (or lack thereof) of sound “proofing” from foam insulation versus the weight penalty. The majority of noise in a 170 is wind and engine noise from poorly-fitting door-seals. Seal those doors and you’ve addressed 75% of the noise.
Re: where to find interior foam insulation
Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2023 4:59 pm
by JohnNielsen
I did my interior walls (after cleaning, priming and epoxy painting) with 1/4 closed cell black foam that has adhesive backing. I think I got it from Spruce or Wag Aero. I did NOT install any cosmetic plastic trim over it. It reduced 'oil caning, noise and gretly helped reduce interior temps in extreme heat or cold.
John
Re: where to find interior foam insulation
Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2023 7:17 pm
by lowNslow
JohnNielsen wrote:I did my interior walls (after cleaning, priming and epoxy painting) with 1/4 closed cell black foam that has adhesive backing. I think I got it from Spruce or Wag Aero. I did NOT install any cosmetic plastic trim over it. It reduced 'oil caning, noise and gretly helped reduce interior temps in extreme heat or cold.
John
I had the same experience. The foam did little for noise reduction but did provide really good even heat comfort through out the cabin.