Yaris Sedan Deadening and Sound system upgrade

[sqcomp]

Watch out for mold or mildew coming off the foam in a couple years. Not saying it will happen, just beware of the potential.

[Alien Mantis]

Originally Posted by sqcomp

Watch out for mold or mildew coming off the foam in a couple years. Not saying it will happen, just beware of the potential.

Yeah, I can see where that could be a concern.

Out here in Arizona, it's hot and dry. I shouldn't have any issues with mold in there, but I was a little concerned about that stuff catching on fire.
I think it will be okay though.

If I lived in a colder damp climate, mold and mildew could certainly form in there over time.
As always, your insight is appreciated.

All I have left to do now is the rear hatch area and lid.
I should be able to get to that tomorrow morning.

I didn't like messing with those rear interior panels. They are kinda tricky.
Gotta be careful not to break any clips. I just had to take my time.

[Alien Mantis]

I spent about 4 hours on the rear hatch lid and the spare-tire-well today.

My back is not going to be happy tomorrow morning.


I used almost all of my material. Only had a couple of small pieces left over.
Everything sounds nice and solid when I thump on it.
I walked around the whole car, thumping on it. Big difference from the way it used to be.
Much quieter when I open and close the doors. The doors just make a tiny "thud" sound now.
Haven't done the test-drive yet. I will probably take it for a spin later tonight.
Should be okay, we'll see.

[Alien Mantis]

SQ: I seen your 15" in the trunk. I was going back over this whole thread earlier today. And your WALL of DD amps. That 15 was a Hertz.
Killer looking sub. I'll bet it pounded hard.
Any recent pics of your latest setup?
I also seen all the work D was doing to try and get his sub in the front of the car. Nice little enclosure he built for it.
I don't like subs up front, it costs you leg room. I'll just deal with the bass coming from the rear. Doesn't bother me at all.

Initial report from my test-drive:
Definitely quieter. It mellowed out the noise. Still a little road noise on the rougher roads, but nothing like it used to be, and almost silent on smooth roads. Love it.
Now here comes the strange part. This surprised me.
The system sounds crisper and punchier!
The whole system sounds "tighter". Not sure how to explain it.
The highs are extra crisp. The bass is tight and punchy. Very clean.
I'm sure all the "noise" was clouding the music, and now more of the music is coming through. I just didn't expect it to be that noticeable.
1st impression: I like it. It's a definite improvement. I'm glad it's DONE.

We'll see if my viewpoint changes as time goes on, but right now I am pleased with it.

I felt guilty about hijacking your thread, but then I realized this thread was about "sound deadening" and "upgrading". So.... I stayed on-topic.

[derickveliz2]

Originally Posted by Alien Mantis

I felt guilty about hijacking your thread, but then I realized this thread was about "sound deadening" and "upgrading". So.... I stayed on-topic.

Initial report from my test-drive:
Definitely quieter. It mellowed out the noise. Still a little road noise on the rougher roads, but nothing like it used to be, and almost silent on smooth roads. Love it.
Now here comes the strange part. This surprised me.
The system sounds crisper and punchier!
The whole system sounds "tighter". Not sure how to explain it.
The highs are extra crisp. The bass is tight and punchy. Very clean.
I'm sure all the "noise" was clouding the music, and now more of the music is coming through. I just didn't expect it to be that noticeable.
1st impression: I like it. It's a definite improvement. I'm glad it's DONE.

We'll see if my viewpoint changes as time goes on, but right now I am pleased with it.

It's ok with me AM no problem! I enjoy the activity and sharing with every body.

"Sound deadening" and "Block road noise"...

Now just imagine when the proper system to block road noise comes in place.

by adding some "roadkill" to metal you start controlling reverberation, and I see you can tell the difference, also helps for a better environment to listen music.

To block road noise with roadkill you'll need at least 3 or 4 layers to accomplish what a system of combining MLV+CCfoam+roadkill would do.

keep up the good work!

D.

[Alien Mantis]

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

To block road noise with roadkill you'll need at least 3 or 4 layers to accomplish what a system of combining MLV+CCfoam+roadkill would do.

D.

I agree.

I could have done more, but I really didn't want to go through all that trouble.
I just needed to give it a little help.
I am very glad I did what I did. It's good enough for me.
I had no expectations of ever making it silent. Would take too much work.

You and SQcomp went overkill on your project, but I know what you are trying to accomplish.
I didn't touch my system for two years. And now I did some Roadkill and a new subwoofer setup.
You guys never stopped working on your systems!