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FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Revising project & need guidance » 6/30/2026 12:55 PM

Don
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BobE wrote:

Over twenty years ago, I used “Quiet Ride Solutions” sound deadening and insulation kit made for my fastback for the passenger compartment.  This excluded behind the rear and trunk.
 
A few years ago, I used “Noico 80 mil" (2 mm) Sound Deadening Mat & "Noico RED 315mil" Sound Insulation, purchased through Amazon, for behind the rear seat and trunk.  These came in squares that one can cut and piece together to fit.
 
I can’t say one is better than the other, and I have no compassion with Dynamat.   
My only suggestion would be to buy the custom fit for the firewall and maybe the floor as there are many curves, recesses, etc. to deal with.

My last 10 years doing the aeronautics  job was getting the cockpit electronics in the f35 to survive 135 dbn noise.  I found lots of data about "vibration dampening ,, ie Dynamat" and sound blocking.   my short take for my mustang was to use Dynamat ((lowers panals vibration generated noises)  on 10 %  of open spaces of panel.  On out side noise,, ie tires, wind , turcks passing.  I found sound Blocking material worked best,,,  for low freqs I used 1/2 inch thick mass loaded vinyl.  High feq I put 1/4 in thick foam on top of vinal.  I made paper templates of sections I covered.  The sterio/ music industry has lots of data on how to block sound.  There is lots of noise test data showing outside genererted noise goes thru dynamat ???   THEY DONT LIKE THIS.  ??  I didn't cover everything need but my starting point measurments in the interior was 84 dbn at 70-75 mph.  After install is 73-78 dbn 70-75 mph.   Outside wind speed/direction has a lot to do with generated noise.   My guess was to cover/cacoon the interior shell.  after a few years it has appeared a lot of noise energy is generated by tires that I thought were blocked.  I research Mercedes Enterior noise and they block wheel wheels with simialar system I used. I didn't believe it (go figure)  so I went around and "fe

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Bullet Bob Celebration of Life » 2/27/2026 10:00 PM

Don
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Dang  to much going on,,,   had to cancel  ,,   We are sooo sorry to Bobs family         
 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » a factory 65 gt fastback ?? I better up my insurance » 2/10/2026 3:42 PM

Don
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Wt a sale! Selling at the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, this custom 1965astback "GT427" rocked the auction block with an https://www.facebook.com/reel/1637235187298068  

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Who was there? » 9/05/2025 2:13 PM

Don
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yep  ya worked all night and finally got er done  


FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Jose’s BASH THRASH » 8/15/2025 7:29 AM

Don
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nice  I never looked here,,,, my car has a hidden leak and bet its in this location     BUTTTTT  dont want to remove fender     dammmmm  ??

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Wife came with one of these,, Married her anyway » 8/01/2025 2:13 PM

Don
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The first photo was my wifes car.   Yep I got to rebuild its  4 cyl engine,,, fun fun fun,,,,   silly 
 wife is ,, not car  



MustangSteve Annual Bash Info » 2025 Bash Hotel and Venue » 7/27/2025 10:10 PM

Don
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Don and Vicki ,,,  Booked 19th night but will attend all events,,,   Emberglo girl will also attend  
 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Artie » 7/18/2025 10:09 AM

Don
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hadnt seen this     seems soooo wrong but funny  

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zzvALjBdxdI   

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Mustang Week in Galveston » 1/17/2025 10:51 PM

Don
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MS wrote:

I just read that the Pate Swap Meet in Dallas is about the same time. Probably a better use of my time.
Anybody want to have a mini bash and go to the swap meet?

 I'm in for a pate/mini bash.   Emberglo girl is still down waiting the doc ok to use right arm/hand.  Might have it running ??   

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » blueprint » 10/25/2024 4:31 PM

Don
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great video on engine manufacturing  

yep i'm buying a new 302 from here  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jzr2U8bGpvc

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Mochaman and Mochawoman Bash 2024 Picture highlights. » 10/21/2024 5:37 PM

Don
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Very nice,, again big thanks for stopping by and whitnessing my car being put on flatbed.   

MustangSteve Annual Bash Info » Inquiring MIND?? » 10/20/2024 5:23 PM

Don
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The old emberglo girl had engine problems. After 21 bashes It  has a fatal problem that couldnt be fixed at a gas station in middle of far west Texas.   I now call her my trailor QUEEN.    We missed the trip and missed meeting up with everyone. We so wanted to visit that part of the country.   Sooooo who/where/when is next years bash ?   I have to schedule my engine replacement (maybe fix it) because I have shoulder surgery oct 24 and doc says I'm not going to be able to use right arm for 3-6 months ??? like thats NOT going to stop me.  Again so sorry we couldn't meet up with everyone.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 6sally6 this ones for you » 9/20/2024 8:40 PM

Don
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The crankshaft for a Wärtsilä-Sulzer RTA96-C engine, the largest reciprocating engine in the world, used in large container ships. It's a 1810-liter engine that generates 108,920 horsepower at 102 RPM, and it idles at 22 RPM, taking almost 3 seconds per rotation. This crankshaft weighs 300 tons.*

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Hummmm » 7/30/2024 9:08 PM

Don
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saw this on line.  Squeeky 65 mustang brake.  

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » While messing with dashes.. led bulbs. » 6/13/2024 3:21 PM

Don
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I mess with bulbs for a number of years,, and ended up going this route with crusie control   noted when I did it they were 50% less ???

Dakota Digital  

 

MustangSteve Annual Bash Info » 2024 MustangSteve Bash Hotel Info » 5/17/2024 12:59 PM

Don
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Booked today 5 17 24     The old  Emberglo Girl will make the trip.  I 'll also drive my mustang.   Maria told me I got the LAST ROOM.   

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