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FIX? sub in cargo = vibrate/rattle of outside hatch area

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by chrisspaulding, Jun 25, 2008.

  1. chrisspaulding

    chrisspaulding sexy, high tech, fun

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    My sub is in the cargo area(spare tire well).
    When enough bass is going, my hatch[from the top down to the handle] vibrates causing a rattle-like noise heard outside my Prii.

    How can I cure this?

    If I press down on the hatch glass, at the top, I can muffle the rattle some. That seems to be the main area/source of the noise.


    Any (real world) help you can share from what has worked for you in a case like this?
    I can't immediately see how I could insert sound material in that area from the inside.


    Thanks
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    #1 chrisspaulding, Jun 25, 2008
  2. abra

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    put a layer of sound deadner on hatch (between trim and metal) i had the same problem on the underside of car:eek:
     
    #2 abra, Jun 30, 2008
  3. Gilbert

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    are the plates tightly bolted?
     
    #3 Gilbert, Jul 2, 2008
  4. chrisspaulding

    chrisspaulding sexy, high tech, fun

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    Really appreciate the help.
    Could you be more specific on how/where I could add the sound dampening material "between trim and metal"?

    Also, how can I check/tighten the plates?


    Thanks!
     
    #4 chrisspaulding, Jul 4, 2008
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    what i used to do on my old cars was go to lowes and buy 4 small stainless washers. put one on the plate bolt, then the plate , then the last washer.
    this pushes the plate JUST far enough odd the body of the car and keeps the plate from making noise
     
    #5 redhandeddenial, Jul 4, 2008
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