> How hot does the metal cover above the engine get?
>
> Would it be possible to use an open or closed cell neoprene thick rubber pad
> to deaden the sound?
>
> I use a 1 inch thick open cell neoprene (wet suit material) under my big
> speakers at home and deadens the sound underneath so anyone under me would not
> feel the thumping sound of the loud bass. Just a thought.
>
> robert
> NYC
>
>
>         Years ago, when my neighbor remodelled her house, I cut eight pieces
> out of the carpet she was throwing away.  I used the carpet from the back of
> my van for a pattern.  I keep these piled up on top of the engine cover and
> they do a good job of keeping the sound down.  Also handy when you must crawl
> under your van or when you want something comfortable to sit on.
>
> Joe/Albuquerque
>
> 82 Diesel
> gettin close to 300k
>