Cheap acoustic foam for fairing
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From: Western South Dakota
This is what I used. Yours costs much much less. Guess I'm just lazy and have too much money to burn. LOL
J&M Acoustic Foam
J&M Acoustic Foam
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Joined: Jun 2009
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From: PA
It figures, I see these threads AFTER I get my fairing back on the bike. This is a fantastic idea though. I don't think that the OP's material was thicker than a 1/4"? I would imagine any thickness would make a difference.
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From: earth
Still had a piece laying around the garage, maybe its time to clean up, it was 5/16 thick. I'm sure the 1/4" will work just fine. Go for it, Mine's still holding up great, not peeling or falling off anywhere, so I guess the permatex headliner spray adhesive is pretty good stuff.
Tourer
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From: wisconsin
check your local hobby store also, got some cheap foam at mine for 3$. they have many different sizes
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From: South Bay, CA
Started my project. I need to go get some contact cement. I may try a brushable type. Not sure yet. For those who try it, it not that hard. After a while you get into a groove.But it does take some time.
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Getting closer to being done! The best method for me is to spray just the foam side, let it dry for a few minutes then it will stick into place, then peel back sections and apply glue to the wing. I use the can to hold back section while it gets tacky. I tried applying glue to both surfaces as per instruction, let it get tacky then apply on a small piece. Its A LOT harder that way. It sticks and does not want to move. Also, I keep a clean rag close by and apply a little wd-40 to rag to wipe off over spray. Works great. Also take the glue off your fingers too. Yes that is a laundry basket with old towels used to support the batwing.