Although this foam is resistant to everything, it may
still hold rust causers, like water, to sit behind it.
Just a warning. Be watchful.
Randy
--- Amphipoda@yahoo.com wrote:
> My Amphi is getting some EARs
>
> Just received my upholstery kit from Dorri at
> Glens Automotive NY{518-725-4298}. Looks
> to be of very high quality and thicker than other
> materials I've seen. Colors are close to original
> (apricot & white) with white heavy duty stitching.
> Also have new convertible top and rubber floor
> mat to install. Amphi will look brand spanking
> new inside before year end. Since I'm going to
> have White Post Restorations VA (540-837-1140)
> sleeve my brake cylinders (tired of limping
> around with only my hand brake to stop), I
> reckon it will be a good time to do all that
> interior stuff too.
> Whilst flipping through a trade journal I stumbled
> upon this new stuff called "TUFCOTE TBK"
> which is apparently some new acoustical foam
> for engine compartments. Its designed to be a
> durable, puncture resistant urethane foam (?
> to 1 inch thick) that is "both decorative and
> functional." They also claim it is moisture, oil,
> grease, and engine fluid resistant. It is said to
> readily accept adhesives, tapes, and is easily
> die cut or laminated. I called the company and
> requested a 4 x 5 foot piece to try on Amphi's
> engine/tranny compartment. I have no affiliation
> to this company but love the name -
> E-A-R Specialty Composites, IN (877-327-4332).
> I'll keep you posted on the results... but don't
> expect them to be quick... I work at Amphi's
> pace... slow-n-steady.
>
> Amphipoda
> `64 Turquoise
> San Diego, CA
>
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