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Insulation in door panelling
Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 4:20 pm
by lettereleven
I had the opportunity to remove the interior panel on the rear door of my L400. I noticed that there was no "insulation" between the panel the the exterior sheet metal. Is that normal?
Would there be any benefit/drawback to putting some in there?
Sorry for the potential silly question. Yes it's the first time I've removed panelling from a van.
Thanks in advance!
Jamie
Re: Insulation in door panelling
Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 6:06 pm
by 92pajero
Insulation is not common unless in a conversion van or a camper van. Not recommended due to the fact fibreglass insulation will retain moisture and cause rust to speed up. The usual is a plastic barrier between the inner panel and the inner sheet metal frame. This is meant to eliminate air draft/leaks and maintain heat/cold within the cabin.
Kelly
Insulation in door panelling
Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 7:34 pm
by lettereleven
Good to hear, thank you Kelly.
I really enjoy hearing that I DONT have to undertake a project that doesn't add to the overall look/function of the van.
Cheers
Jamie
Re: Insulation in door panelling
Posted: Sat Mar 17, 2012 6:22 am
by mararmeisto
The panel you took off the door to look inside the door panel - that was the insulation. Mostly for sound, not for temperature.
As the other poster mentioned, only the campers will be insulated, and even then I don't think they shoot foam into the frame - it's just hung on the inside. The metal has to 'breathe' in order to stay dry, otherwise it rusts away due to trapped moisture. Similar concept as the outside cladding of a house.