Restoring/replacing the engine cover foam

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Restoring/replacing the engine cover foam

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Anyone done this sucessfully? Specifically on a later type GRP cover that is irreplaceable because its got the Oettinger wbx6 identity sticker on it! I am aware that the original contoured foam is reinforced with chicken wire - I stripped one off years ago - but its now going to dust.
I understand that class 0 foam sheet is the stuff to use, fire retardent acoustic sheet.
Thoughts/experiences?
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Re: Restoring/replacing the engine cover foam

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I have heard of folks using this stuff before now.
https://www.deadening.co.uk/products/dodo-bonnet-liner.
This is a good thread on the samba. https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewt ... highlight=
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