The Garage: Jeep Sound Deadening Projects
The Garage: Jeep Sound Deadening Projects
Popular Jeep Treatment: Spectrum Liquid Sound Deadening
JEEP Wrangler Sound deadening
Spectrum liquid sound deadening has been the go-to product for many Jeep owners for the past 15 years. Because Jeep designs tend to be both really loud and really open, a Spectrum spray on application is a very easy and effective solution.
Spectrum is a water-based acrylic polymer that will stop vibrating panels dead in their tracks, reduce heat transfer, and even lower tire noise when used in the wheel wells. Spectrum can be brushed, rolled, or sprayed on. The average 2-Door Jeep will take about 4-5 gallons for the interior tub (or the full undercarriage). Sound deadening a 4-Door Jeep takes 5-6 gallons. We recommend that Jeep owners apply at least 3mm of total thickness (2-3 layers) to combat the unusually loud tire noises often found in Jeeps.
For premium sound and thermal insulation, go with our Jeep Build Package. The package has Spectrum Spray on Deadener for the vibration damping and heat transfer plus a layer of Luxury Liner Pro mass loaded vinyl to block out the airborne sound waves from the road noise and engine noise.
More Jeep Soundproofing Strategies
Spectrum sound deadening is used in a wide variety of ways, depending on the Jeep and what the owner is looking for. Here's a couple more pics that give you an idea of what your project could look like:
- Jeep #1: This Jeep owner sprayed on Spectrum to sound deaden the Jeep's entire interior tub. After masking, this strategy is very quick to execute and looks awesome.
- Jeep #2: Spectrum was rolled on with a paint roller in this Jeep. It's just as effective as spraying on for people that would rather not mess with a spray gun.
- Jeep #3: Sometimes you just want to add some flare to your Jeep. This project turned out awesome - functional and gorgeous!
Jeep #1: Spray on that Sound Deadening!
Jeep floor after (3) 1mm layers of Spectrum. 2mm is the minimum suggested application. For any vehicle with aggressive treads, we recommended to get to at least 3mm of total thickness.
Jeep #2: A Roller Works too!
Spectrum is just as effective when applied with a roller. When rolling or brushing on, you have to be extra careful to stay at the 1mm layer. If you apply it too thick and don't give Spectrum enough time to cure between layers, it can result in cracks. It works great, but take your time!
Jeep #3: Adding some Style
Some customers like to add a little extra Spectrum to the outside because it looks so good! If you want to apply Spectrum to a high gloss surface like this, you will need to scuff up the metal and apply a primer for Spectrum to make a solid bond.
More Jeep Sound Deadening Projects
1995 Grand cherokee
Type of Project: Floor, Ceiling, & Doors
Products Used: 106 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Floor/Doors/Ceiling)
62 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro Sound Barrier Material (Floor/Cargo Wheel Walls)
48 Sq Ft of Mega Zorbe Hydrophobic Melamine Foam (Ceiling)
34 Sq Ft of OverKill Pro Closed Cell Foam (Doors/Hatch)
Accessories: Spray Adhesive (2 cans), Wooden Roller
2002 grand cherokee
Type of Project: Floor, Doors, & Cargo Area
Products Used: 82 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Floor/Doors/Cargo Area)
70 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro Mass Loaded Vinyl (Floor/Cargo Walls)
30 Sq Ft of OverKill Pro Closed Cell Foam (Doors/Hatch)
Accessories: Spray Adhesive (4 cans), Wooden Hand Roller
1997 grand cherokee
Type of Project: Cargo Area & Hatch
Products Used: 36 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Floor/Rear Hatch)
Accessories: Wooden Roller
2016 Wrangler unlimited
Type of Project: Jeep Wrangler Undercarriage & Wheel Well Sound Deadening
Products Used: 85 Sq Ft of Spectrum Spray on Sound Deadener (Undercarriage/Wheel Wells)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle, Plastiwrap, WireTape
2012 wrangler rubicon
Type of Project: Full Jeep Sound Deadening
Products Used: 120 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Deadener (Floor/Doors/Ceiling/Cargo Area)
54 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro Sound Barrier Material (Floor/Doors)
25 Sq Ft of OverKIll Pro Closed Cell Foam (Doors Panels/Hatch)
32 Sq Ft of Heat Wave Pro Jute Thermal Insulation (Ceiling)
18 Sq Ft Hood Kit with Mega Block Thermal Insulation
Accessories: Spray Adhesive (4 cans), Wooden Roller, Foil Tape, Fury Knife
1999 WRANGLER
Type of Project: Jeep Wrangler Undercarriage Sound Deadening
Products Used: 70 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Sound Deadening (Undercarriage/Wheel Wells)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle
1980 CJ7 renegade
Type of Project: Wheel Well Sound Deadening
Products Used: 20 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Deadener (Wheel Wells)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle, Plastiwrap
2019 Wrangler 4 door
Type of Project: Jeep Wrangler Sound Deadening Package
Products Used: 120 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Deadener (Floor/Doors/Cargo Area)
54 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro Sound Barrier Material (Floor/Doors)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle
2018 compass limited
Type of Project: Floor, Doors, & Cargo Area
Products Used: 98 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Floor/Doors/Cargo Area)
60 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro Sound Barrier Material (Floor)
38 Sq Ft of MegaZorbe Hydrophobic Melamine Foam (Doors/Cargo Door)
Accessories: Spray Adhesive (3 cans), Wooden Roller, Fury Knife
2010 liberty
Type of Project: Doors & Back Wall
Products Used: 42 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Doors/Back Hatch)
42 Sq Ft of Mega Zorbe Melamine Foam (Doors/Back Hatch)
Accessories: Wooden Roller, Speaker Tweakers Set of 4