Engine liner

[Jersey Guy]

I have a silver liner covering the back of the seat which backs up to my engine. (I/O)

lately it has has started to tear and fall apart.

Is this liner needed (fire, noise etc..) or can I do without it?

 

[Scott Danforth]

My guess you are talking about the noise/heat insulation. Got a pic?

 

[Jersey Guy]

I don’t have a pic at this time but your description seems correct. It’s attached to the wood backing of by bench seat across the stern in front of the engine compartment.

Someone said it was just for noise reduction. If that’s the case I wouldn’t replace it.

 

[Scott Danforth]

Up to you, however sound insulation doesnt have a mylar backing. Heat insulation does

 

[Woodonglass]

I agree with Scott...It serves BOTH purposes. Heat and Noise Reduction. Highly recommend you replace it.

 

[Sea18Horse]

I'm leaning towards using this stuff when I rebuild the engine hatches on my project boat.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/UltraTouch-48-in-x-6-ft-Radiant-Barrier-30000-11406/100656748

It sounds a lot like what you're describing.

Cheers....................Todd

 

[Jersey Guy]

That’s it!