1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

I'm lovin' it! I wonder if they are going to offer them after your set like they did with the ones you had in the Farm Truck?

My guess would be yes....

[smbrouss70]

DD may just earn the right to be at the top of my list again if they do.

You should get a commission from them, since you get them to make what everybody wants.

[smbrouss70]

Looks like a third digital display with the 3 buttons. It just has the markings like a non-tach cluster instead of being just black, right Rob?

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by Riveted1

Panel resonance. That's all constrained layer dampening products are made for. They are designed to add mass to the panel to lower its resonant frequency. If you cover every panel with a CLD that has an aluminum layer, you will see SOME insulating properties, but it's an inefficient way of doing things. For a greater reduction of temperatures in the vehicle, you'd want to use a thermal barrier.

IF you want to get that luxury car tomb-like feel, you'll want to use closed cell foam over the CLD followed by a layer of mass-loaded vinyl. The CCF will isolate the MLV from the vehicle, and the MLV is what blocks out the noise.

Thanks! Where do you get the closed cell foam?

Originally Posted by gringoloco

What goes in the middle? Please say not a clock

Nope!

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

Looks like a third digital display with the 3 buttons. It just has the markings like a non-tach cluster instead of being just black, right Rob?

That's correct!

[Riveted1]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Thanks! Where do you get the closed cell foam?

Don at SDS has great products and they are specifically made for automobiles. There is also a lot of great info on his site. https://www.sounddeadenershowdown.co...-cell-foam-ccf

Some people have been happy with generic foam. (1/8") http://www.thefoamfactory.com/closed...ticrubber.html

Others have used yoga mats. Just make sure they're closed cell foam so they don't retain moisture.

There are probably some CCF/MLV combination products out there, but I don't know who's making them these days. (I know Second Skin used to have Luxury Liner Pro, but I think they're out of business.)

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Dig it! You're gonna end up costing me money

Originally Posted by Riveted1

Don at SDS has great products and they are specifically made for automobiles. There is also a lot of great info on his site. https://www.sounddeadenershowdown.co...-cell-foam-ccf

Some people have been happy with generic foam. (1/8") http://www.thefoamfactory.com/closed...ticrubber.html

Others have used yoga mats. Just make sure they're closed cell foam so they don't retain moisture.

There are probably some CCF/MLV combination products out there, but I don't know who's making them these days. (I know Second Skin used to have Luxury Liner Pro, but I think they're out of business.)

Thanks for the links! The entire underside of my suburban is covered in Line-X. How much do you think that will aid in noise reduction?

[Riveted1]

I'm not sure. The only vehicles I've been in that had the full line-x treatment underneath were 4x4's w/big tires.

I bet it does help, but without taking measurements before and after, I'd just be guessing at how much improvement you'll see w/the Line-X. It will increase the mass of the panels (which is the purpose of the CLD,) but the floors are pretty rigid compared to other areas of these burbs. The places that are really bad resonance-wise are the big panels; the hood, roof, rear sides and doors. It might also help by reducing road noise coming through the wheel wells. I'd be surprised if it didn't give you some thermal protection from the engine/exhaust, too.

With that said, most of those would probably just be bonuses to the protection it gives the vehicle. If you REALLY want it quiet like a new luxury car, you need to get the purpose-designed stuff, IMO.

[gringoloco]

Dig it! You're gonna end up costing me money

[72MARIO]

I want those gauges for my ls swap. Any idea what it will take to get cluster like that ?

[Hart_Rod]

Trying to get my boy ready for college this fall so progress has been slow. Still working on integrating all of the wiring harnesses while trying to making them look neat and clean. Hopefully I'm not to far away from a light off.

On a different note, I'm trying to decide if I want to go with 72 style door panels or the early style 69-71. I've tried to keep somewhat true to the "Cheyenne Super" look, but can't decide on this part. Plus, I'm not sure how hard it's going to be to track down the panels. Thoughts or suggestions?

[smbrouss70]

72 panels are difficult to find in decent condition, and the re-pops are junk. Your Burb is a 69, so I would go with the 69 only door panels which you can get a decent re-pop in that style.

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

72 panels are difficult to find in decent condition, and the re-pops are junk. Your Burb is a 69, so I would go with the 69 only door panels which you can get a decent re-pop in that style.

It's a 69, but I'm running a 72 grill and bumper, . I guess I'll look around for some 72 stuff before I make my decision.

[gringoloco]

Or run a 69/70 grille/bumper. They're sexy, just sayin

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Or run a 69/70 grille/bumper. They're sexy, just sayin

, I hear you, but I've already spent a bunch of $$$$ on a new 72 grille, bumper and light setup, .

[Hart_Rod]

Ok, well I have been making progress, (the wiring is nearly done), but I have run into a couple of setbacks that will take about 3 weeks to overcome. Also I made another change that will slow me down somewhat until the new part comes in (late August, early September), so this saga continues......

[C10_ustacould]

Patience and perseverance...

[gringoloco]

Details?

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by C10_ustacould

Patience and perseverance...

I'm running short on both.......

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Details?

Waiting on Vintage Air to build me some AC lines and waiting on the new Dakota Digital HDX gauges.....

[smbrouss70]

I don't remember if I asked you already or not, but do you think the burb will make it to CTC this year?

[AnotherWs6]

Where did you get that roof rack? Is that a factory accessory?

[Number98]

Originally Posted by AnotherWs6

Where did you get that roof rack? Is that a factory accessory?

He stole it...

[AnotherWs6]

Well can he steal me one too? That thing is

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

I don't remember if I asked you already or not, but do you think the burb will make it to CTC this year?

I'm not making any promises...just trying to make progress as fast as I can.

Originally Posted by AnotherWs6

Where did you get that roof rack? Is that a factory accessory?

Yes.

Originally Posted by Number98

He stole it...

Originally Posted by AnotherWs6

Well can he steal me one too? That thing is

I could probably sell a 100 of them....

[Hart_Rod]

Here's a picture of the Retrosound radio I'm installing in the Burb. Looks like a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle, . The directions aren't the greatest, but I got it figured out. Pretty neat little setup, it comes with ipod connection, USB inputs, and it has Bluetooth! You can also change the screen LED colors. Hopefully it sounds as good as it looks, . Thanks to Matt at MCB for the good price and quick shipment, . Still waiting on these HDX gauges also!

[Dieselwrencher]

Sure, they just had to come out with another cluster didn't they? Looking great Rob. I like your stereo too.