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partwerks
post May 18 2014, 08:52 PM
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Lizard skin probably isn't something to try and use in the cab in place of sound deadener, but would be ok to use in the engine bay, and rear trunk?
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Bob L.
post May 18 2014, 10:07 PM
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I thought Lizard skin was a sound deadener. They also have thermal insulation.
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post May 18 2014, 10:12 PM
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I used both the thermal and sound deadening in the cabin and on the firewall. Shouldn't be an issue.
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post May 18 2014, 10:17 PM
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I wonder which would be easier to apply, like Dynomat, or lizard skin?

I would imagine lizard skin is a spray on type?

Maybe both sides of the firewall, and rear trunk? Not sure about front turnk?
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post May 18 2014, 10:38 PM
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I use Lizard skin routinely at work. DO NOT apply it where it can get wet(engine comp) it will damage it. Also if you decide to put the sound and ceramic coatings on, apply the sound damper first.
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post May 22 2014, 08:57 PM
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QUOTE(914_8 @ May 18 2014, 11:38 PM) *

I use Lizard skin routinely at work. DO NOT apply it where it can get wet(engine comp) it will damage it. Also if you decide to put the sound and ceramic coatings on, apply the sound damper first.


Has anyone used this in the engine bay or had trouble with the "wet" areas?
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post May 24 2014, 10:35 AM
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Haven't hit the road yet. I did paint over mine so I think it is sealed.
Also, I live in San Diego. So, not much water.
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post Sep 6 2014, 07:54 AM
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Are there any other choices that might be comparable to lizard skin, or sound deadener, for putting in the cab, and trunks?
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post Sep 6 2014, 02:11 PM
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QUOTE(partwerks @ Sep 6 2014, 06:54 AM) *

Are there any other choices that might be comparable to lizard skin, or sound deadener, for putting in the cab, and trunks?

Lizard skin is super easy to apply. I sprayed it in the cab on the firewall.

If you want to go cheap and effective, you can use "Ice Mat" from a roofing supply store. It is a sticky, thick, rubber-ish membrane. It can be applied like dynamat. It is slightly less dense and will need to be thicker (more layers).

Lizard skin is still easier since it sprays on. It's water based and will need time to dry.

You could also use bed liner spray. It will take out some sound resonance but will also need to be thinker than dynomat.
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post Sep 6 2014, 02:47 PM
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I wonder how the lizard skin compares to the dyno mat for lessening the sound?
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post Sep 6 2014, 03:18 PM
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QUOTE(partwerks @ Sep 6 2014, 01:47 PM) *

I wonder how the lizard skin compares to the dyno mat for lessening the sound?

For the same thickness, the Dynomat is better (denser). If you eliminate the rear window, that will help with the noise.
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post Sep 6 2014, 03:23 PM
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Or mufflers that are more quiet, this time around.
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post Sep 6 2014, 04:07 PM
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I just don't understand how anyone could skin a lizard they're so cool! This is Mango our baby bearded dragon. She loves the sun and car rides so naturally the 914 is perfect...too bad her owner is taking forever to get anything done.

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post Sep 6 2014, 09:50 PM
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I stumbled across a couple options.

From some of the comments, one being a cheap good version called Raammat, and the other is where you can DIY Lizardskin?

http://www.stangnet.com/mustang-forums/thr...parison.774952/

http://www.binderplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=96613

http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/forums/sho...ead.php?t=81933
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post Sep 10 2014, 09:14 PM
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I wonder if using lizard skin on the interior side of the targa top, under the carpet, would be favorable for helping with sound?
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