Help TKO test a C5 sound deadening mat...

TKO Performance · 11-12-2009, 10:09 AM

Hey guys
For the C6 we came up with a sound deadening system that you "drop in". So rather then rip up your carpet and take out your interior you basically drop 10 dbs in 60 seconds..

BLOCKIT:http://store.tkoperformance.com/acousticsystem.html

This was done because the C6 with its design and no padding/thin carpet, it resonates and really needs it.
However we get a lot of calls/emails to have something like this made for the C5.
I can't tell you how many asked us at Carlisle.

So today we made a proto and tested it. Once again it dropped the noise level down BUT, it was not that loud to begin with..
Personally I think inside the cabin is super quiet (without anything) and does not need a thing. We used a coupe, auto, with a catback aftermarket (mid American) exhaust. Good sound but the cabin was fine. No drone, no tire noise (which are both a big problem with the C6)

So am I missing something? Is there a set up that warrants a sound deadener? Is there less padding in certain years (like the C6)? If you feel you need it quiet, can you please advise what system, items you have running.

SO if anyone in LI has a loud/noisy cockpit and wants to stop to help out and try the proto out.. please contact me 1800 778 9898

Thanks for reading this post. We appreciate any help.

undertaker · 11-12-2009, 10:22 AM

h'mm I have some loud C5's....too bad they both have rollbars and that mat isn't gonna sit flat without some 'artwork'

TKO Performance · 11-12-2009, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by undertaker

h'mm I have some loud C5's....too bad they both have rollbars and that mat isn't gonna sit flat without some 'artwork'

Way back for the C6, one of the cars we tested had a rollbar. We made 2 slits. Layed down nice.
Let em know if your interested. I can make you last.

Thanks
516 593 9093 Ed

nyg215 · 11-12-2009, 07:15 PM

C5Z could use the sound deadening!

TKO Performance · 11-12-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by nyg215

C5Z could use the sound deadening!

What are you experiencing? Tire noise? Exhaust? drone..etc
I'm wondering to reduce weight if the Z has less padding/insulation...

SEE3ER · 11-12-2009, 09:20 PM

wish I lived closer...have a '99 FRC with aftermarket cat-backs, have drone, and tire noise, however, tire noise was reduced somewhat with the elimination of run-flats....would really like to quiet the cabin down more.....

TKO Performance · 11-14-2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SEE3ER

wish I lived closer...have a '99 FRC with aftermarket cat-backs, have drone, and tire noise, however, tire noise was reduced somewhat with the elimination of run-flats....would really like to quiet the cabin down more.....

So do I. Would be great to drop it in and get some readings.

If anyone in Long Island would like to come down, and give it a try...give me a call. 516 593 9093

Thanks

bobsride · 11-19-2009, 08:51 PM

Bobsride here..
I live in Valley Stream, '04 Coupe with a Granatelli exhaust Please let me know if I can be of any help.

Dave concrete · 11-19-2009, 09:16 PM

My Z with long tubes and straight pipes could use a muzzle.How about Saturdays.

TKO Performance · 11-22-2009, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave concrete

My Z with long tubes and straight pipes could use a muzzle.How about Saturdays.

Saturdays are great. However this Saturday I will not be in... Always the following week end.

Let me know if its good for you.
I appreciate your time & help.!

Ed
516 593 9093

SteveDotenMotorsports · 11-23-2009, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by TKO Performance

What are you experiencing? Tire noise? Exhaust? drone..etc
I'm wondering to reduce weight if the Z has less padding/insulation...

I've owned Z06's, FRC's and a coupe, they all have the same shredded salvation army padding on the floor of the trunk, the coupe has the 'formed' panels on the back wall that prolly canx out some of the db's

I am turning 34 next month, had to pull the Bullets after 5 years

TKO Performance · 11-23-2009, 10:56 AM

If anyone in LI has a C5 with a loud/noisy cockpit and wants to stop by to help out and try the proto out.. please contact me 516 593 9093 or ed@tkoperformance.com
Thank you.

TKO Performance · 12-02-2009, 10:48 AM

getting cold. So before we put the cars away for hibernation, Another shout out..

I get a lot of calls outside of NY but because I have the equipment and have to record the data it has to be done here in NY.
So if anyone in LI has a C5 with a loud/noisy cockpit and wants to stop by to help out and try the proto out.. please contact me 516 593 9093 or ed@tkoperformance.com
Thank you.

avatarmedia · 05-09-2010, 07:03 PM

Where can I find the product and does it work with the c6 convertible?

Notninja · 05-09-2010, 07:42 PM

PM me We can talk Im interested.

TKO Performance · 05-09-2010, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by avatarmedia

Where can I find the product and does it work with the c6 convertible?

Blockit
http://store.tkoperformance.com/bleadinnodes.html
Right now you would have to by a coupe version and cut it.
We will have a vert pre cut mat soon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Notninja

PM me We can talk Im interested.

You got it

Ed

BTW, if you guys have nothing to do on 6/27, Come On Down to our get together at our shop.. Check it out!
http://www.tkoperformance.com/2010_show_page.html
Ed