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Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-01-2017, 03:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
I put a layer of Dynamat Extreme on the inside of...

I put a layer of Dynamat Extreme on the inside of the door to the generator compartment. I don't think it's a problem though as the compartment is open underneath and there is plenty of room all...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-27-2017, 02:23 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Here's a MSDS on Gorilla tape. It appears to be...

Here's a MSDS on Gorilla tape. It appears to be non-flammable, but check for yourself. https://www.gorillatough.com/sites/default/files/Gorilla%20Tape.pdf If the link doesn't work just copy and...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-27-2017, 02:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
I don't know much about gorilla tape, but I'd...

I don't know much about gorilla tape, but I'd look into it as it gets very hot in there.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-27-2017, 02:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
you may make out fine with just hoodliner, may...

you may make out fine with just hoodliner, may have been just a bit quieter with the soundproofing, but it may be quiet enough for you. Gotta be better right?
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-27-2017, 12:12 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Are you installing the hoodliner on top of the...

Are you installing the hoodliner on top of the soundproofing? It would help with keeping heat off the soundproofing glue as well as making the coach that much quieter. Good luck with your project,...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 11:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
yep, Thor sure leaves a lot to be desired when it...

yep, Thor sure leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to initial quality.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 08:50 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Another thought if you don't already have the...

Another thought if you don't already have the soundproofing material, call the company and see what they say about it sticking to a 'felt like' material. Maybe they would have a solution.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 08:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Don't know if it would stick to a "felt like"...

Don't know if it would stick to a "felt like" material or not. I suggest cutting a small piece and trying it first. Tavtel..the stuff we used was Dynamat Extreme soundproofing and Dynamat hood...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 04:50 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
We had a hot spot on the passenger side toward...

We had a hot spot on the passenger side toward the front. After the soundproof/insulation job the noise was gone and the doghouse stayed cool all around. I am very pleased with the work as it...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-25-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
By the way I took my coach out for a test run...

By the way I took my coach out for a test run yesterday. Big difference in noise. So much more quiet now. The wife and I can actually talk to each other in normal conversational tones now. I am...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-25-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Halibut214....Mine looked a LOT like that. Many...

Halibut214....Mine looked a LOT like that. Many open spots with no insulation and many parts not really stuck down, and insulation did not go to the edges of the doghouse. Upon attempting to fix...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-23-2017, 04:35 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
I thought of the template idea after I started,...

I thought of the template idea after I started, but I had no material and did not want to stop and go get some. In hindsight I probably should have. I started the engine but have not been able to...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-23-2017, 01:12 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Forgot to mention, when I upended the doghouse...

Forgot to mention, when I upended the doghouse and started to reset and tape the original insulation I found that a lot of the paper backing was still on the insulation...no wonder it wasn't sticking...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-23-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
just got done soundproofing the doghouse. More...

just got done soundproofing the doghouse. More work than I figured. Weird shape of the doghouse made it tough to figure out. Not too bad with the Extreme soundproofing sheets, but tough getting...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-19-2017, 12:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Thanks I'll do that. Got an email that shipment...

Thanks I'll do that. Got an email that shipment was split and I should have all of it by Thur afternoon. Hopefully I'll get it done by the weekend. I will post on how it went, and my opinion on...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-18-2017, 11:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Well my sound deadening material should be here...

Well my sound deadening material should be here in a day or two, Thank you dstankov for steering me to the right stuff. I have installed the new grill that Thor sent me, now I can't wait to get the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-11-2017, 02:49 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
Thank you everyone for your kind and quick...

Thank you everyone for your kind and quick response. I will check out each tip. You guys sure are a helpful bunch.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-10-2017, 12:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,219
Posted By Shifty103
doghouse soundproofing

Has anyone had any experience with putting sound deadening material in the doghouse? I have an ACE 29.2 and would like to make it quieter, but am concerned about the heat inside the doghouse. Upon...
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