Looking for some suggestions on insulation/sound deadener materials.Dont want to go overboard as far as adding weight.
Thanks
Insulation
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GAHorn
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Re: Insulation
I believe this is what is in my airplane. But to be honest, don't expect to make these things quiet. Spend your money on door seals and ANC headsets. http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/a ... panels.php
I suspect this stuff would be better at suppressing noise.: http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/a ... nstall.php
I suspect this stuff would be better at suppressing noise.: http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/a ... nstall.php
'53 B-model N146YS SN:25713
50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention.
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50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention.
An originality nut (mostly) for the right reasons.
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lowNslow
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Re: Insulation
Like George says don't expect this to make any difference sound wise. I used a 1" four layer material that is supposedly the best available with no change. I did notice a huge difference in the temperature stability. I used to have a problem with the rear passengers freezing while we would be to hot in the front seat, now I just pull the heater out about 3/4" and the whole cabin is comfortable. If sound is your main concern, get a good set (or 2) of noise reduction headsets.
Karl
'53 170B N3158B SN:25400
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'53 170B N3158B SN:25400
ASW-20BL
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hilltop170
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Re: Insulation
Soundex insulation kits by Avis Industries 888-513-5088 are STC'd for 170s. They are pre-cut and fit well. Around $700.
Richard Pulley
2014-2016 TIC170A Past President
1951 170A, N1715D, s/n 20158, O-300D
2023 Best Original 170A at Sault Ste. Marie
Owned from 1973 to 1984.
Bought again in 2006 after 22 years.
It's not for sale!
2014-2016 TIC170A Past President
1951 170A, N1715D, s/n 20158, O-300D
2023 Best Original 170A at Sault Ste. Marie
Owned from 1973 to 1984.
Bought again in 2006 after 22 years.
It's not for sale!
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mike roe
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Re: Insulation
Thanks everyone.Sound isnt my major concern.Its insulation.I will check out the websites.I have the doors apart and removed old loose fiberglas and would like to put something in.Noise cancelling headsets are a sure thing.
Thanks
Thanks
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hilltop170
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Re: Insulation
Make sure ALL of that old fiberglass insulation is out of your plane. It is breeds corrosion. Bad stuff.
Richard Pulley
2014-2016 TIC170A Past President
1951 170A, N1715D, s/n 20158, O-300D
2023 Best Original 170A at Sault Ste. Marie
Owned from 1973 to 1984.
Bought again in 2006 after 22 years.
It's not for sale!
2014-2016 TIC170A Past President
1951 170A, N1715D, s/n 20158, O-300D
2023 Best Original 170A at Sault Ste. Marie
Owned from 1973 to 1984.
Bought again in 2006 after 22 years.
It's not for sale!
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