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Old 07-11-2019, 08:19 PM
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Default Foam around Intercooler housing
Whether done by me or the PO, last time I had the rear bumper off I noticed some of the IC foam was torn. What is a good replacement that will hopefully stand up better?
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Old 07-12-2019, 09:34 AM
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I would look for a good light-medium density closed cell foam like polyethylene (PE)
The lighter weight will form better, but will not last as long...
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Can get foam from mcmaster-car.
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Go to home depot or the like and buy door foam insulation. They have all different sizes and it's essentially the same thing.
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Thanks I did look at McMaster but I am unsure what I would be looking for, I am ignorant on foam types/materials
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Originally Posted by ipman
Thanks I did look at McMaster but I am unsure what I would be looking for, I am ignorant on foam types/materials

When I did my 997.2 IC's I used this, took me a little time digging through a few years of orders.
Multipurpose Neoprene Foam Strip

Adhesive-Back, Ultra-Smooth, 3/16" Thick, 5/8" x 50 Feet

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Most available for pickup.


https://www.homedepot.com/b/Hardware...s/N-5yc1vZc3e3
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Originally Posted by s65e90

I used the frost kings stuff when I went to my 4.5" intercoolers. Works very well, the adhesive is top notch.
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