2008 Yaris sedan ‘S’ sound deadening project.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

Hi Kaotic, I'm sure herb can do that too, but the dB reading was to measure the noise level in the cabin before and after deadening with out music playing.


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hahaha, I know. It's one of those shits-and-giggles things. I just want to see how loud his system can get

[Herbicidal]

Sure, I'll do it both ways! I'll need some earplugs before doing the stereo check. Still gotta tune it! Hopefully tomorrow I'll have some time to play around with amp settings.

[Niels J]

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

Hi Kaotic, I'm sure herb can do that too, but the dB reading was to measure the noise level in the cabin before and after deadening with out music playing.


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So what was the "after" reading?? I can't find it anywhere

[Herbicidal]

Originally Posted by Niels J

So what was the "after" reading?? I can't find it anywhere

Sorry my friend! I have not made the time to get the "after" reading. Not your fault, it's all me! I was camping last weekend and I leave in a couple of days for another 4 night trip. I might not have it for a little while yet, sorry. But I have not forgotten!

[derickveliz2]

The but of that woofer looks intimidating

Too bad we can't hear it / feel it.

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[centrysis]

I'd say its the meter. I've followed your work. I only put mat down on the back of my HB, and it was an improvement. Some of those meters aren't that reliable. Your ears are right. It is quieter.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

That's awesome Herb. Although, I'm not sure how I would feel about the louder exhaust reading (I do want my exhaust louder tho, lol). I wonder how different my system (just a JVC HU and a Type R sub) will sound compared to yours. hehehe.

[derickveliz2]

Hey Herb,

Maybe it's a guitar effect?

Or the meter it's bad?

It's true... you can hear/feel the difference, but it could be just another level/frequency of resonance inside the car that resonates different from the outside noise.



You have taken care of some of the resonance of the sheet metal panels of your car by applying Mat and Ensolite, now it's like a big speaker to the inside, what you may need now it's a "Noise Barrier" AKA Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV).

Send me that meter and I'll give it a try in my car.

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[Herbicidal]

Originally Posted by centrysis

I'd say its the meter. I've followed your work. I only put mat down on the back of my HB, and it was an improvement. Some of those meters aren't that reliable. Your ears are right. It is quieter.

Thanks man. I decided I'm not going to waste a lot of thought processes on it. I'm VERY HAPPY with everything, so to heck with the reading.

Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

That's awesome Herb. Although, I'm not sure how I would feel about the louder exhaust reading (I do want my exhaust louder tho, lol). I wonder how different my system (just a JVC HU and a Type R sub) will sound compared to yours. hehehe.

We need to meet up again soon. I've never heard your system, it would be fun to do a comparison.

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

Hey Herb,
Maybe it's a guitar effect?
Or the meter it's bad?
It's true... you can hear/feel the difference, but it could be just another level/frequency of resonance inside the car that resonates different from the outside noise.
You have taken care of some of the resonance of the sheet metal panels of your car by applying Mat and Ensolite, now it's like a big speaker to the inside, what you may need now it's a "Noise Barrier" AKA Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV).
Send me that meter and I'll give it a try in my car.
D.

I'm thinking your "Noise Barrier" suggestion is probably hitting the nail on head along with another level/frequency inside the car. Weird. Again, I'm not going to worry about it! If you really want to try the meter on your project, send me a PM with your mailing address info (home or work) and I'll send it to you. Just send it back when you're done.

[derickveliz2]

Herb, take a look at this, you are not alone!...

LINK

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[Herbicidal]

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

Herb, take a look at this, you are not alone!...

LINK

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Thanks! I read through most, not all of the posts, and I feel better! So it's not just me! I got your PM (I was gone camping the last several days), do you still want me to send you my little digital meter based upon that link? Either way, it doesn't matter to me.

[derickveliz2]

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Yeah, lets give it a try...

[Herbicidal]

I've got the perfect box. I'll wrap it up and try to stop by the Post Office tomorrow on my way home from work.

[gates_2]

As part of my sound deadening project, I'm looking to add some CLD tiles to the roof..Anyone have tips/experience removing the roof liner? I'm a little nervous, as it seems more delicate than lifting up the carpet/trim pieces!

[Herbicidal]

Originally Posted by gates_2

As part of my sound deadening project, I'm looking to add some CLD tiles to the roof..Anyone have tips/experience removing the roof liner? I'm a little nervous, as it seems more delicate than lifting up the carpet/trim pieces!

I believe that SQComp has done his headliner. He has a HUGE thread going on in this same forum section. I don't have the exact page, but I thought he did it about 2 months ago? I'm thinking about doing my roof too, but for now, I'm just enjoying my car!

[Herbicidal]

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

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Yeah, lets give it a try...

The package is on it's way! The Post Office estimated 2-3 days for delivery.

[Herbicidal]

I finally mounted the grill cover to the subwoofer enclosure. Some people may not care for it, but it amuses me to no end!


This is the final postion of the subwoofer in the trunk, still plenty of space. I never used the pass-through for anything, so blocking it with the sub is no biggie:

[derickveliz2]

Look in here

http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...ound+deadening

it's big and lots of information.

I'm going to apply at least 6 CLD tiles to the roof too. SOON!

I will post it here:
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26150

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