Vegas Teacher Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Has anybody ever worked on getting the amount of road noise reduced in the cab of the truck? There are 100 things I want to do on the truck over the next few years but, this is one of the things I am looking at. Has anybody used this product: https://www.bigrigchromeshop.com/ultra-sound-deadening-and-insulation-hushmat-p-15472.html#.WoRdza6nEdU Back in the stereo world we used dynmat to keep sound in the car and vibrations from the lower bass frequencies from rattling things loose. The upshot was it also quieted the ride. Anyway just asking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Dang that pricy. Opps, thought each meant 1 panel. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Lot's of less costly alternatives out here..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 1 hour ago, DesertMiner said: Lot's of less costly alternatives out here..... Care to share? I’m in build a generator quietness box mode. Thanks "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickman81 Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 When I had the C5 Corvette, I installed "Frost King" insulation on the flooring. I installed "Reflectix" over the tunnel. Both helped. The Frost King helped to quiet the inside some. It was enough to be noticeable. The Reflectix over the tunnel helped to cut down heat from the exhaust that ran under that area. Things would get hot in the center console compartment. After installing the Reflectix, it was a noticeable difference.Frost King Insulation - Click here for Home Depot link. Reflectix - Click here for Home Depot link.Reflectix - Click here for Amazon link. Jim Noob entertaining the idea of an HDT and 5'ver. I like big trucks and I cannot lie... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickman81 Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 9 minutes ago, noteven said: Care to share? I’m in build a generator quietness box mode. Thanks My reply above might help. Jim Noob entertaining the idea of an HDT and 5'ver. I like big trucks and I cannot lie... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Thank you "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Sound and vibration insulation I found this video. He also has a video in the series around insulation and heating and cooling design. "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 http://www.supersoundproofingsales.com/Foam-Mat/products/17/ https://www.b-quiet.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Deadening-automotive-Deadener-Insulation-dampening/dp/B0751G6TMV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518633006&sr=8-1&keywords=kilmat just to name few..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted February 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 O.k. so here is what I am thinking of putting down first https://www.amazon.com/050220-Spray-Deadening-Unwanted-Vibration/dp/B001URKV0G it is a spray on sound dampener. The cost is 14.00 a can and covers about 20 square feet. I read on a different web site that it is dry to the touch in 20 minutes, paint in 6 hours. So my plan is to, take the flooring up possibly remove the chairs and spray the interior of the cab including the fire wall. Let it dry over night then the next day add in the sound deadening materials, I have always been if a little is good a lot is better, that is kind of what got me into the mess of buying a semi in the first place LOL!!! Also as far as the box for the Generator let me know what you guys are doing. I need something to put over mine, but I am worried about ventilation and heat build up working against me. Later, Vegas Teacher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Cory - I’ve been looking at u toob’s some good ideas there "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hot Rod Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 It's pricey, but I think you would be happy with the dynamat products you used back in your audio days. On my last dually I had plans to do some audio, lighting, etc,. so when I got the truck I completely stripped the interior and got to work with the dynamat and prewiring. I used dynamat extreme on every sheet metal surface I could find. Floors, exterior door skins, pillars, back wall, firewall, everything but the roof (didn't trust my interior skills enough to muck with the headliner). Then stuck all the scraps to whatever little bits of surface that was left. Then I used dynaliner between the door panels and door structure, and behind any other interior panels. I never did get as much audio done as I expected, but the thing was amazingly quiet inside. For normal driving conditions literally the loudest thing on the truck was the wind whispering against the glass. Actually kind of worried me how quiet it was, couldn't hear ticks and clunks and rattles that I'm programmed to listen for to head off mechanical problems. I want to say I spent about $500 on the materials, and I would hate to guess what a shop would charge for the labor. But it sounds like you have that part covered. I don't know if you have any classic car / hot rod type swap meets out your way, but there is always a vendor at the shows around here that has what seems to be the exact same thing as dynamat (without the name brand) on a huge 4' wide roll and he just cuts off what you need. And way cheaper. http://www.dynamat.com/automotive-and-transportation/automotive-restoration/dynamat-xtreme/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 The Kilmat looks like great stuff! We restored a pickup and sprayed the interior of the cab with rubberized undercoat and put dense carpet underlay over it and that worked well. With that said, using VT’s idea of spray on deadening, coupled with the Kilmat looks like it may be in our future when the bed gets finished. That would be a good time to run video and electronic gadget wires and cables. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 And before you order anything take a look and see what is there already. Not familiar with Volvo trucks but KW’sz have some materials present already... "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 So the plan is to only do the “drivers” area? Aren’t you going to be a bit short on preventing noise or heat from the sleeper area? What sbout the dogs comfort? Might want to install a new dog house seal while you have it all apart. What are yours plans for the floor mat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Read the tutorials here. http://800nonoise.com/tutorials/ These people really understand the science of sound transmission. "There are No Experts, Do the Math!" 2014 Freightliner Cascadia DD16 600hp 1850ft-lb 18spd 3.31 260"wb SpaceCraft S-470 SKP #131740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenandjon Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Do they make a hush mat I can put on my kids?? Farmer, Trucker, Equipment operator, Mechanic Quando omni flunkus moritati-When all else fails, play dead I'm a man, but I can change, if I have to, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beyerjf Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Been using foam ear plugs for about 30 years. Inexpensive, portable. As a musician I value my hearing. Also cuts way down on fatigue. Jeff Beyer temporarily retired from Trailer Transit 2000 Freightliner Argosy Cabover 2008 Work and Play 34FK Homebase NW Indiana, no longer full time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 9 hours ago, jenandjon said: Do they make a hush mat I can put on my kids?? Does Duct Tape count? Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packnrat Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 in 35 years of driving rigs, never have i been one that could be called quiet. even the sound waves go through everything, some by just the vibrations in cab. but do as much + a bit more. as i have teniteas (spelling) ringing in the ears thanks to all that. you do not want it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 Cory, There are several brands out there of sound deadening material. They also come in different thickness. The following brand is what I have used on several different projects. It is called ' Rattle Trap '. Take a look on E-Bay for Rattle Trap. The best price came from a place in Ohio. That was over a year ago. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted February 20, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2018 Hey I just wanted to say thanks again for all of the information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radar274 Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 Here are 2 other produces for consideration with good reviews: https://www.b-quiet.com/ http://www.thefoamfactory.com/closedcellfoam/neoprene.html Bob&Kay 2012 VNL730 I Shift D13 2.47 ratio 2018 Mobile Suites 40 kssb4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCooter Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 I ordered a few rolls of this stuff with making the cab more quiet, but have yet to install any of it. https://www.amazon.com/FatMat-Self-Adhesive-RattleTrap-Deadener-Install/dp/B003TUNRGM/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1519187148&sr=1-2&keywords=sound+deadening 1999 Peterbilt 385 C12 430/1650 13spd 2006 Dodge 3500 DRW 4x4 2010 Hitchhiker Champagne 36 LKRSB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 11 hours ago, CrazyCooter said: I ordered a few rolls of this stuff with making the cab more quiet, but have yet to install any of it. https://www.amazon.com/FatMat-Self-Adhesive-RattleTrap-Deadener-Install/dp/B003TUNRGM/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1519187148&sr=1-2&keywords=sound+deadening Hey Crazy, That is the same stuff that I have used for several project with good results. I found it on E-Bay. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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