Sound-Proofing A Jeep Wrangler....Does it Help?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The code GG10 is valid for 10% Hot Head Headliners products!

[@hollywood4n6]

I get the sound assassin floor liner is great, used it on my JTR, but im curious, yes, sound dampening like Stinger, DynaMat and such is heavier but only by 2-5lbs, it’s also a lot cheaper so why not use that esp considering the bulk packs have a lot more panels available?

[@danyarroyo397]

Perfecto gracias, acabo de hacer mi pedido para mi JKRU, y también me suscribí a tus videos, gracias por los videos

[@JKGearandGadgets]

@@hollywood4n6 the sound assassin seems to work better, and like you said it’s lighter. At first I was hesitant to add any floor liner at ALL because of weight. Jeeps get heavy fast with each and every single little upgrade. So each lb matters

[@Ryan-rn3cf]

I bought my first Jeep a few weeks ago. A 2017 4 Door JK. I put an OEM grill on it but I got sucked into a wormhole of jeep videos during the process. Haha had no idea this kind of stuff existed. Coming from the audio world though, these would do more for your heat and air than your sound. It will do something but it’s not going to be a life changer.

[@cesaraucay9227]

I did this to my Jeep about three years ago. Huge difference! I also took the door panels off and was able to get quite a bit of sound deadning inside the door which made closing it also quieter. I suggest doubling or even trippling the amount of sound deadning material on the wheel wells, which is where most of the noise comes from. Especialy if you have off road tires.

[@redman1964]

Doors I can see doing that to. They tend to vibrate more, especially with music.

[@cesaraucay9227]

It was a bit of a pain to get within the doors, but 100% worth it. It made closing of the doors quieter. i just wish i was able to get the whole interior of the door instead of most of it due to the window motor being in the way. @@redman1964

[@HelloWorld2B]

If you don’t king me asking, how much was it

[@cesaraucay9227]

@@HelloWorld2BI’d say for all material, about $180.

[@taraaaron1242]

I did this to my gladiator. It's noticeable difference and made the stereo sound richer and fuller

[@HelloWorld2B]

How much was ot

[@RyanRij]

I love my hotheads headliner. One of the best comfort and daily driver mods out there. Living in Phoenix AZ, Window tint and hotheads headliners are mandatory. They really help in the summers.

[@lonewulf0328]

That factory Loctite is no joke, depending what color they used. When I had to remove the body-mount bolts on my JT to install the Ace Engineering rock sliders, the front bolts requires a blowtorch.... they had used Red on the front, which usually the bolt snaps before the Loctite does if you don't soften it up some. I have the same rock sliders in my garage for my 2023 JLU (when it finally gets back from the dealer service from hell) and luckily I have heard the JL uses blue Loctite on the body mount bolts. Either way though, I always break them loose by hand at first before I put the impact on them. Call me cautious.

[@adidas4275]

We did a hot head headliner early on and it made a huge difference in wind noise & heat

[@kg0311]

HotHeads is a great choice! 👍

[@dsyncd555]

The floor dampening looks like it would be more beneficial since it covers more surface area and protect you from blacktop heat during the summer.

[@AllTheBeef]

Thinking about doing the same but doing 2x layers of sound deadening and then using Raptor liner on top for full weather proofing

[@besomebody100]

I did this to my JKU. Threw down multiple layers of asphalt deadener on the body pan and doors. Also laid in a layer of closed cell foam. Made a HUGE difference (i run 37's). I think the next most important part to sound deaden would be the doors. But they're a lot more work so I haven't done it. Plus the asphalt panels in the doors would add weight... Great video, thank you!

[@terrywilliams437]

Glad you're taking us along for the ride, gonna be a great build

[@michaelparks3106]

I had the interior tub of my '05 Rubicon Unlimited done by Line-X - the difference in sound deadening was amazing! As an added bonus, it made the interior pretty much indestructible. I think it's a better alternative to sound mats which can trap moisture and lead to rusty floorboards. (Nice German Shepherd btw - I also had a black one I named "Rubicon". I have a picture of my black Rubicon dog in my black Rubicon Jeep on the Rubicon Trail !)

[@richardprice5978]

agreed as are's 2006 fully loaded ( factory painted it the wrong colour on the outside lolz, someone didn't realise/read the original order sheets so now it's 3-black and it's hot to live with ect ) 1-owned family ( got my driver's license in it in 2000-11 aka new and nope not my first time driving and or vehicle that goes to dad goldwing or my 80's K1500 1-owner family* both i wrecked/drove under 3yo aka thank's 😉 parents for leaving the key in a easier position to getting at, lolz ) the carpet in a non mall crawling and daily-driven like are's can get nasty and takes ages to clean and i did suggestion to delete it and rin-x it but my old man and sibling is stubborn for now

[@JaiGadiel]

Linex? Like rhino. What was the cost?

[@michaelparks3106]

@@JaiGadiel Yes, it's bedliner like Rhinoliner. I think it was around $650. I used to manage car stereo installation shops and put in lots of add-on sound deadener. For a vehicle like a Wrangler that has a high chance of getting very wet, I feel using bedliner instead of glued-on sheets will last longer and help prevent the floorboards from rusting. I also had an '81 Jeep Cherokee that I used Herculiner on, it was only about $100.

[@Eagleslair]

Have the headliners and floor deadening. Hothead Headliner is a great company and products

[@millstonejeepworx]

Have the HotHead headliners in my JKU and my Glaidator. They work great.

[@rayzdavolume]

Tip/warning: on jku, when removing the front seats careful to not grab that seat adjustment bar. The tracks are spring loaded and have separate tracks that will make the reinstall alignment a challenge. Sound diffrence is worth the work.

[@mikehoffman3690]

We installed HushMat a few years ago in our 2016 JK. Made a huge difference. Worth the time and effort.

[@michaelgee7509]

I did this for my 2015 jk soft top. Added hard top and did the exact mod so I could hear my toddler when he was trying to talk to me. Totally worth it. Also helped with temp regulation

[@michaelgee7509]

Forgot to mention I also used Dynamat, all three types in the bucket. The lining of the floor and the doors made it as quiet as a sedan. I had to pull the doors apart to add it and remove the carpets but totally worth it. Doors sound like a Mercedes door when you close them

[@adidas4275]

@@michaelgee7509 i should do this to my doors.... hate how noisy they are..

[@michaelgee7509]

@@adidas4275 it is worth it. Be advised if you have tint, it will scuff the tint

[@punknjl8722]

I had the factory headliner in my JL. I changed the freedom panels to hotheads so I can put velcro backed patches on them. I like them!

[@TheoneDragon51]

A little late now. A metal stake heated up works really good for making screw holes into carpet. There's very little chance for tearing afterwards. Since it's self heals the edges of the hole.

[@jku392adventures]

Did this in my jku, definitely helps! 🤙🤙

[@leeloo21231234]

Did it on my JLU. Great impact. I did the front doors as well. helps a lot with road noise when you will move to AT/MT

[@greershaw6169]

Nice video. I did the hot heads mod years ago. It helped a bit. More recently I did the firewall and floor with Dynamat and Dynaliner. Made a huge difference in noise and more importantly temperature control.

[@PaulRavenstone]

What's the hotheads mod?

[@timbrwolf1121]

I'm starting with the daily driver street jeep. Will build a trail rig later. I have a 2011 jk 2 door. Planning to swap in a newer model tdi and an awd or fulltime 4wd transfer case. Definitely planning on sound proofing it too.

[@joerouth6255]

I did same thing to my 2door only difference is I also added an insulation kit to the underside of the hood as well and it made a noticeable difference in road noise.

[@onetrackstu]

I did the headliner in my jk but the sound assassin probably will not stick to a raptor lined tub. I do run carpet though so that helps.

[@rick2853]

My young GSD is also a “Not a helper” in the shop.

[@sweetdees86]

I’m more interested in the heat shield. My JK feels like an oven in the spring and gets worse in the summer. Time to do this mod. At least the roof. Window tints help but the heat radiating from the roof is def a problem.

[@spcjunk]

Thanks for the video. I have been looking at the hothead for my 2012 JKU. I like in the Northern central valley of CA and the summers are brutal, triple digits from May to September, hoping this will give some relief from the heat.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Oh it’s a must have in areas like that!

[@bingobandit]

I'm at about 80% done, it's a lot of work. High sight I would elect to use liquid. I do have two cans of Boom Mat to use on areas that were very difficult to get at like way up under dash. I'll use the liquid on the roof ceiling.

[@timyoung2697]

Tim Young enjoyed your video on insulation tremendously waiting for your next video

[@joelcrow]

Ceramic tint the windows... doesn't have to be dark. Put a clear piece on the windshield too, and you will see another huge drop in sound levels!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Did right after this and before the lastest video!! Looks killer and helped out a ton

[@rudy4370]

these are a must buy especially here in south texas these make a huge difference on the road best purchase for my jeep

[@officialmallcrawler]

I'd say that this install was a success. On to the next one.

[@jlautomotive6349]

What a great video, amazing how quiet it is inside while driving and the tap test!! Also loving the beard, keep up the incredible work!👍

[@turbojunki]

I’m doing this exact thing to the wife’s floor in her 2dr. Sound assassin and bedrug. Got her the bed rug for Christmas .

[@LTUSATV]

Ben, can't wait to see what you do to this one!

[@promiselandadventures2405]

Always wondered if this stuff retains water and would eventually rot the floor. Also with that ground wire, a lot of pro stereo installers will do the 3 screw thing to sub amps ground. Keeps it from ever moving and causing shorts under the carpet. Fire hazard stuff.

[@leeloo21231234]

it does not. It is like a bitumen paste with an alu foil layer

[@wilkinson1961]

Hi, from Australia, Very informative video. Interested to know why you didn't remove the console and apply the deadener? I have an 07 2 Dr diesel, :)

[@briskettaco]

First video I've seen of yours. You do a great job! 👍🏼

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thanks Dave!

[@privateundisclosed4448]

I mentioned that I'm doing a Memorial build for my brother who was killed in Combat, not knowing that they allegedly gave Military discounts and they never said a word. Listening to this video I never expected a discount but now that you mentioned it, one would think that they would have said something. Oh well.

[@travismerrix4391]

I have a soft top on my 07 4door rubicon and have never had an issue heating the inside it’s actually quite opposite it using gets so hot in side I gotta run with the windows cracked to keep it comfortable…….. now in the summer time keeping the top cooler might be different

[@Jimmyhickey90]

Decibels are logarithmic, so a change of 2 decibels is huge.

[@jeep_betty]

Love this! I want sound deadening but I don’t want to deal with those paints. Thanks

[@jessedavis4699]

Great video!! We miss Cassie and the LJ.

[@helmhamburgerhand]

I’ve wonder if you added other bits of high density foam or more mass loaded vinyl if it would help. Maybe even some layers of plastidip…

[@WOOGLIN2420]

Do you think adding sound deadner to the inside of the doors would help?

[@vigilantemotors]

ABSOLUTELY NO DOUBT

[@ArthurCzerniak]

I will be doing this to my jeep wrangler JL, 100%.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Its totally worth it

[@cuanham]

You should do the doors and tailgate and you get even more results

[@Wolf4wdadventures.576]

Awesome vid and job well done... Yea gotta love the three screws you found under the carpet.

[@RHJ.STB-TB]

The bed-rugs, are they good for regular water leaks? Not sure if you have any tips for when your JKU consistently leaks on the passenger side... Canadian snow/ rain without a garage really does a doozy 😅

[@rickyprice259]

You need armorlite over that floor believe me awesome product

[@rcmike09]

My worry about doing the floor is when it gets wet, how easy would it be for water to stay and eventually rust out the floor?

[@rick4649]

Seems like my JK leaks in the front floorboards when it rains. I also wonder if it will cause rust.

[@turbojunki]

With the headliner I noticed you get rid of the boomy echo sound.

[@andrewpeterson7470]

Have you thought of dino matting the hard top before putting the hot head liner?

[@Strizzle81]

Been there with a jlu....installed a custom sound stage and spent 15+ hours removing the interior and putting deadener on the tub, doors and added hotheads headliner. Only reduced the sound by 2-3 decibels...big waste of time and added 150lbs of weight...Definitely wouldn't do it again to a wrangler.

[@vinuezaer]

Exactly what I needed. Thank you.

[@StormbornJKU]

I thought you were making the 2 door like a tube buggy type insane rock crawler? Not at all a modification I would have assumed lol

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Going to be a while until i can get the $$ for the axles and engine, so might as well use the Jeep and have fun with it until its time! Plus the kids started expressing more interest in this 2 door so we have to be careful on how to build it and still have them enjoy it on the trails, which is hard with a 2 door... However its possible for sure

[@andrewsreviews4748]

Great video! Inspired me to do some sound deadening as well :)

[@jeepinwithjulia]

I have these headliners and love them.

[@charliepalmer2465]

how do these compare to the Mopar Headliners , thanks for your video!

[@redman1964]

There was no discernable decible difference. And how much was the cost to do all this? I put an inexpensive spray in (rattle can) bedliner throughout and it had about the same effect without the high $$$ kits. Only thing that might be different is the quality of sound when listening to your stereo.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

There was a major decibel difference… what are you talking about? It was a night and day difference. A spray in bedliner will not create the same result at all.

[@3914soh]

I think you might wanna have a couple of drain plugs to be accessible? Could be flooded if heavy rain😂

[@mochterbeck2861]

Do you think it would help any if you added some sound assassin inside the doors if possible.

[@AyyLarry]

I wanted to see you do a sounds test in the 4door as a comparison

[@PhatboyHD88]

The only problem with putting that on the floor is if you go across a deeper water crossing or get rained on with the top off is water getting trap’d between the sound mat and the floor and rusting it out..

[@PaulKaiser42]

Interesting install…I won’t have thought to sound deaden my Jeep 🤔🤔

[@1962markstubson]

I Hve a four door 2014 just like yours, living in Arizona do you highly suggest this package to keep it cooler in the summer.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes it helps a ton

[@Xkekeskfndsmw]

A reduction of 2dB seems like a pretty marginal improvement to me?

[@cruduskellies]

Really odd q, but I wonder what it would be like to put the sound assasin in, then rhino line the interior after? Awful im sure. But Sound minimizing, and don't have to worry about mud/slop getting in? Sounds enticing.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I think it would actually be a really good idea.

[@randydicken3850]

QUESTION: In the Texas heat ... will the tape / glue hold up??

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep!

[@jrzeger]

The lack of sound deadening makes it fun for me

[@roberttungate9103]

Wish you were able to have someone in the back seat testing. Pretty sure you were picking up windshield wind noise.

[@boxerdad214]

Looks great. Will moral patches stick on the headliner

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep!

[@jonskeldhelhiem6404]

Hello from Ohio (2017 JK here) Great video. Have you solved the rain channel run off inside your JK? If not how does the Sound assassin and Bedrug hold up to the moisture that comes in?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The bedrug is completely waterproof, its made of plastic to resemble and feel like carpet. Itll just pool up and drain. The sound assassin is butyl rubber so its not porous and cannot retain moisture either. It could possibly retain some moisture if you didnt apply it correctly and roll it on hard enough. But can still pull floor plugs and everything. I do not see this setup presenting an issue with moisture

[@ROGERLEAL1]

I use ear plugs. Lot cheaper way eliminating road and tires noise.

[@scottrussell9115]

We are having issues with heat coming from the front floor pans in our 97 TJ during the summer. PO put a bedliner type material on the inside, and we have no carpet. Would this help with the heat on the floorboards, or would you recommend something else for that? We will be putting a carpet kit in also. Thanks

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes this would help tremendously, however I’m not sure how well it adheres to a bedliner texture. It should work, but I’m not 100% certain

[@jfloydsea]

Are the hothead headliners much better than the Mopar ones? I’m pretty happy with those in my 2door JK. I used SoundSkins on my entire tub when I swapped out my carpet for Armorlite and Goose Gear. It really helps with road noise.

[@kg0311]

It's better but I doubt it would be too noticeable for your setup. MOPAR is basically just carpet alone where Hothead is like what normal cars use to soundproof their Headliners.

[@Mallcrawler_392]

Great video! Can you wear a mic, the rotation played havoc on my ears lol

[@jeepinintexas6215]

Do those Hothead liners have a fabric type surface similar to a head liner that allow Velcro patches to be stuck on? They look like a vinyl type surface on camera.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Velcro sticks great! It’s a fabric material

[@nme4506]

I appreciate the video. I am looking into reducing sound in the JKU. Is there a sound assassin code? Also just got my Stech pod, how has yours held up, I could not find a follow-up video.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The code GG10 should work for the sound assassin kits as well! And it’s been working great! The one thing I did do was add a small push button switch to kill power to the unit. I originally wired it so it could be used with key off, and still can, just now have a master switch

[@nme4506]

@@JKGearandGadgets Thank you, it is going to be a spring install, but I am excited. Thanks!!

[@MetroCollectablesandvlogs]

I live in AZ and was thinking about the Hot heads..... would you recommend it for sure? pretty pricey.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

They aren’t cheap, but man you will notice a huge difference and after a few hot days you’ll be glad you got them

[@MetroCollectablesandvlogs]

@@JKGearandGadgets awesome, thank you sir... will def look into it.

[@BenStottlemyer]

For the sound assassin, is it waterproof?

[@davidgordon28]

How many miles do you think you can get out of 2011 jeep wrangler unlimited

[@computer1166]

Thanks for sharing bro!!!

[@chex0749]

This may be a silly question but would sound deadening the floor mess up the the cooling of some parts? Like making transmission overheat maybe? Or I guess maybe nothing needs to ventilate / cool off through the floor into the cabin?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Nope!

[@chex0749]

@@JKGearandGadgets Thanks! And does this apply to all cars?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Pretty much any car sold will be ok to apply this. Nothing needs to cool or vent from the floorboards

[@real_ultrajoe]

Push some sound dampening in the doors and trailgate

[@MatrixAlphaCWX]

What fender flares are on the 4 door in the video? : )!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Mce flares. But just installed KBD flares on this jeep in a recent video. Cheaper and still look awesome

[@k.l.858]

Not to sound negative but is it worth the cost to lower it a decibel or so? I’m assuming the materials were around $800-$1000

[@g1mpster]

One thing to note is that a 3dB drop is roughly equivalent to half the noise. His dropped roughly 2-3dB. Up to you to decide how much that’s worth to you.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Dont focus on the number of the decibel. For example, a Vacuum cleaner is around 80 decibels and average office noise is 70, so a few decibels can be an insane difference. Its a huge drop in person and its a clear difference. Plus the temp difference is insane if you live in a hot or cold climate. Im sure this isnt for everyone, but i also know there are people out there who really enjoy driving their jeep long distances, and this can be worth it for sure.

[@justinw7070]

is it worth it to linex the inside of the jeep after you put all the sound deadining down

[@JKGearandGadgets]

That could be a good idea…

[@justinw7070]

@@JKGearandGadgets haha, I am watching more of your videos as u sent this. I like the idea of putting the lines down on top of the dead sound as well

[@JonnyBgooD007]

What made you choose hot head over bed rug?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Hothead has the best performing headliners out there for the jeep period. I’ve been in Jeeps with Amazon ones, Mopar, and other brands and HH is by fast the only one even worth spending money on. The rest just look cool but don’t work well

[@JonnyBgooD007]

@@JKGearandGadgets Man, thank you so much for the reply/information! I've been looking at those every same ones you've mentioned and couldn't find any real user experiences that justify the purchase. I'm gonna look into HH for sure.

[@ut_punkn1859]

I would not recommend using acetone on platics/polymer services.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

They specifically state to only use acetone to clean the hardtop. What would you recommend instead of listening to the manufacturer?

[@ut_punkn1859]

@JK Gear and Gadgets we use denatured alcohol. It's safer for plastic surfaces. Put a tooth brush in acetone and it will start to come apart

[@ut_punkn1859]

@JK Gear and Gadgets Paint thinning - Acetone is most commonly used to thin or remove paint from various surfaces in addition to be able to thin and remove lacquers and resins. Plastics - When cleaning plastics, alcohol is the best choice to effectively clean and disinfect without damaging or breaking down the plastic.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

@@ut_punkn1859 why are you talking about plastic? Where is plastic/Acetone you are talking about

[@ut_punkn1859]

@JK Gear and Gadgets acetone can also damage fiberglass. Which is what the top is made of.

[@odys3803]

How much weight it aded?

[@mkimber]

All that for only 2-3 decibels?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

2-3 decibels is a lot! The difference between an office room and a vacuum cleaner is like 5 decibels lol. The jeep is incredibly comfortable inside now, worth it for sure

[@jimbradd2783]

What year is the jeep that you are putting that in?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

2009

[@jimbradd2783]

@@JKGearandGadgets I can't find anyone that makes the sound deadner for around the windows in the top for my 2008?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

@@jimbradd2783 hothead headliners does. They should have it on the site, or give them a call.

[@jimbradd2783]

@@JKGearandGadgets ok thanks

[@hotflashfoto]

The frequencies of the noises have gone from high-pitched to low-pitched, which are less annoying or intrusive.

[@armandocardona6975]

These kits don’t make your jeep quieter. What they actually do is cut out really annoying droning noises and frequencies which is what most people want either ways. The Decibels remain the same but the sound is more pleasant and worth the install.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I mean, my decibels dropped.

[@armandocardona6975]

@@JKGearandGadgets Hard to take you at your word as this is a sponsored ad. Maybe if you didn’t have a Code for purchase I would consider this response unbias.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

@@armandocardona6975 I guess I somehow changed the sound in the video.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The discount code literally gets me nothing… After making the video I had a few people on IG ask if I had a discount code. I had posted sneak peak pictures on my story, after about 10 people asking for a code I reached out to Mark at Hothead to see if we could setup a discount code for the channel, he agreed.. the video was already made, filmed, edited, and posted to KZbin. I’m glad I had to explain myself to you, a person who I have never met, nor owe any explanation to. Yet, here I am. Hope this makes you feel better? I’m not sure what you would like, but you took a good 5 minutes of my day so I could type this out for you. Enjoy the discount code if you want, or don’t lol….

[@alexanderdavila4087]

I love this video

[@FRWD_FXLRST]

Should have just went with Armorlite.

[@Burke_Motorsports]

I like how the JK's are dropping price. 2dr X and Sports are getting cheaper.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep! They are a great price for a fun build

[@BlackJeepConvertible]

You should get a mytop instead. It’s quieter than my hardtop