[C320-list] Engine soundproofing

[Joe M]

Wow thank you all for the replies! I will move forward with the project,
watching closely the clearance for pullies.

On Wed, Oct 27, 2021 at 2:55 PM Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com> wrote:

>  I did this project using the Soundown panels and it was a relatively easy
> job. I recommend that you use the optional pin hangers. The only place that
> it was tight was the pulley on the front of the engine. I ran the engine
> and let the pulley cut its own clearance and then taped it with the foil.
>  There was a noticeable  reduction in noise and heat. I used my iphone to
> run a decibel check and don't recall the numbers, but I think it was a
> 15-20% reduction. Still noisy, but better and worth the effort. The only
> real downside was that the covers are very heavy now. This led me to
> installing an 8" inspection plate on the side of the aft cover so that I
> can check the oil without having to remove the cover... which was a good
> idea anyway.
>
> Fair Winds,
> Chris Burti
> Commitment #867
> Farmville, NC
>
>
> On Wed, Oct 27, 2021 at 1:21 PM Joe M <smith.blazer.72 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > So making hot water & charging batts on the mooring, that 30 horse engine
> > is sounding like 300. It is maddening at times. This is the winter I want
> > to knock that noise down.
> >
> > Looking at the self stick panels from sailor solutions. They are 1”
> thick.
> > My only apprehension is I worry there is not much room to accommodate the
> > panels. The front engine cover seems very short on extra space.
> >
> > Anyone use the panels with success? Installation went ok? And how much
> of a
> > noise difference?
> >
> > Joe. 2002 Hull # 902
> >
>