poly tubing for hood /cowl , noise

[peter lena 8,072]

recently been experimenting with 1/4" poly tubing , cut on length, to use on a cowl noise issue, you can probably pick up a few feet at your local h/w store , or big box store, https://www.amazon.com/s?k=1%2F4+in+poly+tubing&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlurWwsid6wIVOv3jBx2nJw0nEAMYAiAAEgKvVfD_BwE&hvadid=267939633997&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9003310&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10217430521638813034&hvtargid=kwd-447744249588&hydadcr=24657_9648987&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_68kkwlzyvo_e ,  emphasis on twisting and bending it flat , do not kink it , so it sits on table with any bends or curls. i use a razor blade or exacto knife , to slice a straight line end to end on my measured piece , just slide it over the cowl mounting side and secure your hood , my noise is gone , with this easy improvement , just my own experience, pete

[squonk 38,952]

I had a roll of seat trim. Sold all I had for the same purpose.

 

[peter lena 8,072]

squonk, i was trying to find that trim edge, when i came up with a  why not try that  ?  i only use it on the straight flat area , eliminating the curve angle area. keep on tweakin , pete

[JAinVA 4,619]

You can also use car door edge protector. It comes ready to apply,is inexpensive and comes in a variety of colors.The front edge of the black hood has a red  door guard section applied.It is a little faded from the sun but still does the job.

Edited August 15, 2020 by JAinVA

[Daddy Don 893]

I use this on all my  works great. 

[Skwerl58 634]

I have used short pieces of fuel line that I had laying around to prevent the rattles and squeaks. I also have used u channel for this as well and on metal edges to prevent getting cut by the exposed sharp corners and edges.

[JAinVA 4,619]

Best use for old fuel lines there is .The reinforcing strands add strength.Thinking out side the box and recycling with what's on hand. 

[Redneckdavis 308]

Or go for chrome. At local auto parts. Door trim?

Edited August 15, 2020 by Redneckdavis

[echris 1,425]

I just did this a few weeks back on my 310-8. The throttle lever wouldn't hit 100% because the hood was sitting too low at the back.

New 3/8" fuel line and I added a little slice of extra 3/8" fuel line to the center of the tube to give the hood a bit more height. Didn't glue anything, it sticks nice even with the extra piece inside.

 

[SylvanLakeWH 24,172]

Great idea! 

 

Maybe I will be able to hear the engine on the WHrat WHrecker if I do this...! 

 

 

[AMC RULES 36,945]

I wouldn't change a thing on that black hooded beast!

[D_Mac 8,234]

I use door edge guard for a lot of things. I buy it in a big roll. When I had my bike I wrapped both fenders, the gas tank, and the edge of the windshield with it. Looked great and lasted forever. If you look close on the picture you can see it.