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Post by 57heaven on Aug 4, 2020 3:26:53 GMT -8
I built a new door out of aluminum for my 1957 Pathfinder. Looking to put some sort of insulation inside of it and was looking for recommendations. The door is
1 1/4 in thick to work with.
Not planning on doing any real cold weather camping but I still feel there should be some insulation in the door.
Thanks for any input.
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Post by vikx on Aug 4, 2020 10:26:09 GMT -8
I use foam for my doors but any insulation will work. I think non-absorbable would be better than fiberglass.
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Post by 57heaven on Aug 4, 2020 16:38:15 GMT -8
Are you talking about spray foam insulation?
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Post by vikx on Aug 4, 2020 20:34:23 GMT -8
Rigid foam board. I suppose a person could use spray foam but it's such a nasty product I don't recommend it.
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Post by 57heaven on Aug 5, 2020 3:26:47 GMT -8
The rigid board is what I was thinking also. Not really into having to take it in and have it spray foamed.
Is the rigid board available in only one thickness and if so what is that thickness? I assume probably 1"?
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Post by shastatom on Aug 5, 2020 5:22:57 GMT -8
There are many widths of ridged foam. Most spray foam is not meant for campers, it will fall apart due to vibration if you don't get the right stuff.
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Post by Teachndad on Aug 5, 2020 6:23:55 GMT -8
Hi Friends,
Spray foam continues to expand over time. I used some for the first time recently to fill gaps on an old storage shed and it continued to expand to the next morning resulting in some bulge out. I didn't care if it bulged out on the shed, but I wouldn't want to risk it on a trailer and then to repair the door if it leaked, forget it.
Cheers,
Rod
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