[Ratpackin]

I'm removing the radio block-off plate and installing a radio finally. - Doing this while re-wiring the car.
It's been a long time since I've driven the car but I recall it's akin to driving in a very large coffee can of spare nuts & bolts. The noise didn't bother me before- it kind of added character, but I think it'll be nice to muffle things a bit before it's on the road again. The interior's out now, so it's the time to act if I'm going to add floor insulation.
Is it worth my time and expense? The issue is, I don't have carpet, I have the rubber floor mat found in some 150s. Anyone add insulation below a rubber mat? Will it make the mat feel odd/soft? Will it deaden the sound much? The mat itself sure isn't going to help with noise reduction. -Thanks

 

[enigma57]

I see no reason not to do it, Phil. I have had several '55 business coupes with the rubber mat and my present Canadian built '57 210 has the original rubber mat and original padding/insulation beneath it.

Happy Motoring,

Harry

 

[carls 56]

I would put it in . will help with heat and noise. :anim_25:

 

[Bob McLaughlin]

Dynamat or Fatmat have both been installed in our shop , to good effect for noise and heat insulation . Two of our 150 cars had just the rubber flooring , and the Dynamat makes the floor a little softer , but a whole lot quieter . You'll be glad you did , Phil ; I know we used to drive around in the noisy "buckets of bolts" too , but as we age , we like to hear ourselves think . Too bad maturity comes so late , yes ? Be safe...Bob.

 

[joninomader]

Phil, I used a product call mega mat which is made by the makers of fat mat. it is thicker and dampens a little better. It was a necessity in my wagon which is basically a big steel box.

 

[rd57]

I like the dynamat and agree with what Carl said.

 

[BO185]

I would do the dynamat type material, then something like dynaliner as a pad. It will make the rubber softer as well as reduce noise.

But I would do the door panels and roof as well. That will make the greatest difference noise wise.

 

[Ratpackin]

Thanks guys- I've order an insulation kit.
One more item on my project list, but sounds like it will be well worth it. No pun intended.

 

[nad427]

I'm going to use it on mine, whether I end up with a mat or carpet. Mine is like being inside a 55 gal drum, with a running bigblock in there also.

 

[1957-150]

Phil, If you haven't already done it, I would also replace all body mount rubber & bolts.