Road noise can ruin your mood like nothing else. It makes a drive that could be pleasurable into a real hassle. It’s the sound produced by the tires and their interaction with the road that we’ll focus on in this article. While some road noise is unavoidable, a lot of it can be reduced with a…
Many car owners want to soundproof their favorite pet. But did you know that Jeep Wrangler is the only car with SPECIALIZED soundproofing equipment available for purchase? It’s because more people are fed up with the huge amounts of road, wind and engine noise produced by these beasts than any other car! With the 2018…
Hydraulic valve lifter is a small cylinder that is attached on the end of the pushrod or the rocker arm, where it meets the valve. Here’s how a 1997 Buick 3800 Vin1 Hydraulic Lifters look like when taken apart to showcase all the parts: It’s purpose is to make the engine quieter while also improving…
Loud exhaust noise is common in cars that have powerful engines. It can be especially annoying if you have a race car that could easily claim the top spot in the next Need For Speed game. But even if you don’t, exhaust noise can still be quite unpleasant. Having said that, there are a few…
If you’re looking for a way to soundproof your car doors, I’ve got just the article for you! But I’ll let you in on a little secret before we start: you can’t actually soundproof a car door. To soundproof something basically means that you’re blocking ALL THE SOUND from coming in and out. Cars are almost…
Mobile homes have thinner walls than most regular houses and apartments. That’s the way that it has to be, otherwise the mobile home would be way too heavy to move around. But lighter walls also let through more noise. Plus, you have no privacy whether you’re in the toilet room, snoring in the bedroom or…
I’ve driven more cargo vans than I’d like to remember. Me and a bunch of sweaty workers drove to construction sites across Arizona in an old cargo van all summer long when I worked for my uncle. I eventually left that gig and started delivering air conditioners. Again, sweating and tumbling down the road in…
Driving a car can be really pleasant if you’re able to stop road and engine noise from entering the cabin. By soundproofing your car, you can also improve the quality of sound coming from the stereo, as well as conversations you can have while driving. To get these benefits, it’s important to get the right…
Some cars are simply louder than others, and that’s especially true for older models. From traffic noise to rain thumping on the roof; these sounds can turn a pleasurable ride into a major hassle. So if you’re looking for a way to increase your driving enjoyment, here are a few sound deadening methods that work…
