Re: [ihc] Cabin Insulation

[Tom Mandera <tsm1@xxxxxxxxx>]

John M. Adams wrote:

> > Hmm.. 100degF.
> > Hmmm.. 140degF!!
> I take that as a solid indication that the project will be worth the
> trouble. I plan on using self adhesive velcro strips to attach it, then
> putting the floor mat back over it. But maybe there's some better ideas out
> there? Thanks, -John A.
I think so.  Very worthwhile.

I want to try and put the Reflectix in the engine bay, on that side of 
the firewall.  Maybe the interior, too, though I *think* it'll be easier 
to get access to the engine bay side than the interior (no need to pull 
the dash).

On the inside, I'd like to put some Reflectix down on the floor and 
maybe parts of the firewall, along with some sound deadening material, 
before putting down a new floor mat and/or carpeting.  Since this is my 
Travelette, my "nice" rig used for long hauls, I wouldn't mind some 
carpet.  The Scouts, OTOH, have no business having carpet. :D

I'm not sure if I'll insulate the hood much/at all.  I keep waffling 
between just adjusting the hood hinges to leave the rear of the hood 
open for extra cooling, louvering the hood for extra cooling, or 
louvering AND cowl induction..

I'll probably just leave it with the hood hinges mis-adjusted as much as 
they'll go to keep the cowl area open, and run a cold-air intake to the 
bumper.

Still need to round up the rest of the A/C parts eventually..

-Tom
'74 200 Travelette
'74 100 single-cab
'72 1110 T'all
'68 V8 800 (hers)
'72/74/77/77/79 Scout IIs
Mebbe two more pickups and two more T'alls in the near future..