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Insulation
Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2008 10:26 am
by mike roe
Looking for some suggestions on insulation/sound deadener materials.Dont want to go overboard as far as adding weight.
Thanks
Re: Insulation
Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2008 11:31 pm
by GAHorn
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
Re: Insulation
Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2008 1:30 am
by lowNslow
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.
Re: Insulation
Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 10:04 am
by hilltop170
Soundex insulation kits by Avis Industries 888-513-5088 are STC'd for 170s. They are pre-cut and fit well. Around $700.
Re: Insulation
Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 6:42 pm
by mike roe
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
Re: Insulation
Posted: Tue Dec 09, 2008 3:18 am
by hilltop170
Make sure ALL of that old fiberglass insulation is out of your plane. It is breeds corrosion. Bad stuff.