Simple noise reduction using 3M Thinsulate(TM) AU4002-5

   / Simple noise reduction using 3M Thinsulate(TM) AU4002-5 #1  

Hein1

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Location
PacNW
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Yanmar, Husqvarna
We have a Kubota B3030 that we use around the property. It normally has a backhoe and loader on it. I have been setting it up with a snow blower for the winter which will include a soft cab from Cover My Tractor. Our business is van up-fitting supplies and we carry thermal/acoustic automotive grade insulation from 3M. It's frequently used to insulate vans and other vehicles and is great at reducing noise. OEMs like Honda use it in production.

I decided to install some on our Kubota to reduce engine noise. I used AU4002-5 which is 1" thick with scrim on both sides. I attached it with 3M 90 spray adhesive and finished the edges with cloth electrical tape. I did the same thing to an older Yanmar we have. In both cases I was pleased with the noise reduction.

Below are some photos of the installation. It took about 1 hour to remove and clean the covers and attach the Thinsulate(TM).

Engine top cover
engine_topcover_with_3M_Thinsulate_au4002-5.png


Engine side cover
engine_side_cover_with_3M_Thinsulate_au4002-5.png


ROPS cap. Made with a patchwork of smaller pieces seamed together with the tape.
canopy_with_3M_Thinsulate_au4002-5.png


Overall photo of tractor before I put the rops cap back on.
kubota3030_with_51in_snowblower.png


All the best,
Hein
DIYvan
54l 49O 5O98
 
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   / Simple noise reduction using 3M Thinsulate(TM) AU4002-5 #2  
Great idea!
 
   / Simple noise reduction using 3M Thinsulate(TM) AU4002-5 #3  
Very professional installation. I'm sure you've killed a large source of noise on your B3030. I'd like to try some my hand at cutting down the noise on my SxS.
 
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Very professional installation. I'm sure you've killed a large source of noise on your B3030. I'd like to try some my hand at cutting down the noise on my SxS.

I would be happy to send a sample of the AU4002-5 Thinsulate. You can PM or email me your shipping address.

All the best,
Hein
 

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