My hood pad was disintegrating (again). Spent yesterday scraping hood. Was about to buy a replacement, but thought that maybe it was time to think about a better solution.

First, is to leave it as is.

Second is to use a better glued on product.

Third would be some type of mechanically attached pad, like later cars have.

For 2nd option, I have used a heavy duty high density acoustic carpet foam to rebuild the carpet mats on my SL. About 5/16", black & surface embossed on both sides. It might stand up better than the usual pads. But Home Depot (where I bought it) doesn't seem to list it at present. Will check other sources.

Anyone come up with a good alternative?

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Graham
85 300D,72 350SL, 98 E320, Outback 2.5