Hood Insulation Pad? - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Screwdriva · #16 09-11-2019, 04:14 PM

Get the dealer supplied pads. Made a huge difference on my W123 and also my W115 240d (despite not having one designed specifically for the stroke 8 diesels, I used the dealer supplied 280E hood insulation to great success!)

SD Blue · #17 09-11-2019, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by johnbob

Yes, I've already purchased a bunch of things from this location in Washington that you speak of. He sells an insulation pad kit, basically the correct glue and brushes to install the insulation pad for $34.50, which seems a little pricey for some glue and a few brushes.

Oh and the insulation pad is also on bottom of my list for replacement but I feel like I'm getting close to the bottom of that list... I think. Ha ha! I hope I didn't just jinx it though by acknowledging it.

Yup, I saw those. Any specific brand you recommend? Obviously I'm assuming I should just go for the one that's OEM and probably the most expensive and just bite the bullet.

If you live in a cooler climate, you may not have issues. However, I have seen hoods, around here, with a "hot spot". True, there may have been modifications, or other circumstances, but why take the risk. Plus, there is the added benefit of noise reduction. Probably any of the insulation pads with foil are of higher quality. I've gone through the cheaper ones. In fact, one was disintegrating before installation.
Use 3M Super 77 Trim Adhesive on the pad and hood. Also, place a sheet of plastic drop cloth over the engine beforehand. Are you familiar with the "maintenance" position for the hood?