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 Sound Deadening Undercarriage & Wheel Well Sound Deadening
Products Used: 85 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Sound Deadener (Undercarriage/Wheel Wells)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle, Plastiwrap, WireTape
1964 j200 4x4 Truck
Type of Project: Roof
Products Used: 7 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener
8 Sq Ft of Mega Zorbe Melamine Foam
Accessories: Wooden Roller
1988 wrangler yj
Type of Project: Interior Sound Deadening & Hood
Products Used: 65 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Sound Deadener (Interior Tub/Hood)
10 Sq Ft of Mega Block Melamine Heat Shield (Hood)
Accessories: Spray Gun, Bottle, Plastiwrap, Foil Tape
2022 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Keith S reached out to us about his very noisy 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee roof. He also wanted to reduce some of the heat he felt coming through. We pointed him to the Large Roof Kit for his project and he was set!
For premium sound and thermal insulation, go with our Large Roof Kit. The package has Damplifier Pro sound deadener for vibration damping and heat transfer plus a choice in layers of either Heat Wave Pro jute or Mega Zorbe melamine foam to absorb the airborne sound waves from the road noise and engine noise while providing excellent thermal insulation.
2022 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE: ROOF FULL SOUNDPROOFING!
Jeep Grand Cherokee roof project begins. Look at all that bare metal, no wonder it was so noisy.
LAyer 1: Sound deadeninG
The Large Roof Kit is perfect for the Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 48 sqft of Damplifier Pro for the sound deadening portion of the installation!
layer 2: sound absorption & thermal insulation
Next up, is the Heat Wave Pro in the Large Roof Kit. The kit comes with 48 sqft of this thermal insulation and sound absorbing jute headliner material. This layer completes the two step process for proper sound and heat insulation.
And look at that, a fully skinned roof of the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Easy enough for the average handy person to install, with all the materials and tools needed in the Large Roof Kit.
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 Car Heat 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
2019 cherokee overland
Type of Project: Floor, Doors, Cargo Area, & Hood
Products Used: 92 Sq Ft of Damplifier Pro Deadener (Floor/Doors/Cargo Area/Hood)
52 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro automotive MLV (Floor/Cargo Area)
26 Sq Ft of Mega Zorbe Melamine Foam (Doors)
15 Sq Ft of Mega Block Melamine Heat Shield
Accessories: Spray Adhesive (2 cans), Wooden Hand Roller, Foil Tape
2020 WRANGLER gladiator rubicon
Type of Project: Jeep Wrangler Interior Sound Deadening
Products Used: 66 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Sound Deadening (Interior Floor/Firewall/Doors/Back Wall)
44 Sq Ft of Luxury Liner Pro automotive MLV (Firewall/Floor/Back Wall)
22 Sq Ft of Mega Zorbe Melamine Foam (Doors)
Accessories: Double SIded Tape, Speaker Tweakers
Jeep
Type of Project: Full Jeep Sound Deadening
Products Used: 80 Sq Ft of Spectrum Liquid Deadener (Floor/Firewall Both Sides/Undercarriage)
Accessories: Spectrum Spray Tools Bundle
2012 Jeep WRANGLER JK
Type of Project: Jeep Wrangler Interior Sound Deadening
Products Used: 50 Sq Ft of Spectrum Sludge Sound Deadening (Interior Floor/Firewall/Cargo Area)
Accessories: Sludge Thickening Agent
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
Chad's Jeep
Chad went all out on his project with our Jeep Kit. Chad sprayed 6 gallons of Spectrum liquid sound deadener onto the floor, doors, cargo area, and roof. He followed up with the 6 sheets of Luxury Liner Pro for the cabin side firewall, floor, cargo area, and over the wheel well humps. Chad was able to get a 9 db reduction in overall road noise in his Jeep.
Three layers of Spectrum sprayed on the floor and cargo area.
Followed up with Spectrum sprayed on the roof.
The barrier layer, Luxury Liner Pro mass loaded vinyl with infused closed cell foam is the real workhorse when reducing airborne sound from tires, road, engine, and exhaust.
The Second Skin Jeep Kit gets the job done. Add the extra Spectrum to complete the undercarriage and wheel wells.
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