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Model 3 Road Noise
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Update: I tried with or without inserts in front of the doors, listening, recording, analyzing... if there is a difference, it's subtle. Probably not worth it.
I tried that mat I bought on Amazon, the link is in one of the messages. Maybe it helps, I just don't hear it.
Try the material that enemji linked earlier in the thread. It is the material that I purchased. I dont have any acurate instrumentation to measure the difference, but there is a definitive elimination of wind noise from above the dash.
I don't think the material is what makes the difference. His and mine are used for the same purpose, mine is even thicker (but he doubles his). It is probably just subjective at this point, as there is no measurable difference in noise levels (at least by using my phone and checking the levels on the computer later). I have to admit that me, too, FEEL like it is better with it, and even though it is probably just placebo, I will keep the inserts for that reason.
I know, my studio is full of those panels. But it is not the only material that works - it is just the most practical and light for use to attach to the walls. You can also use rubber etc. and the most important thing is that the sound waves don't transfer unimpeded from one end to the next, but lose power inside the material. Again, those mat rolls they sell are all pretty much the same, just cut in different sizes and with different profiles. The bigger question is - is the sound really coming from that small section? That requires better testing setup than I have.
kayrish
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Some folks put 6mm neoprene tubing there, others came up with a 3D printed version made of TPU. Sugru was suggested by @TLLMRRJ from this thread. I preferred it due to its temperature range in low and high temp. applications.
Here is the thread:
Solved: wind noise
FIXED IT! Problem With speeds off 70 mph and more, I experience wind noise in the A-pillar. I perceive it as a non-constant crispy sound, which depends on the wind speed and direction. Very annoying. It occurs on both sides. Root cause The A-pillar is open on the front end. Air can enter from...
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I’m now having an issue with wind noise coming from my driver side window area. Seems to be from halfway near the upper seal to the rear edge of the window. Wonder if I should buy new door seals since they’ve been revised from my 2018s. I’ve already tried adjusting my window track, maybe I have to push them in more to increase pressure against the seals.
@enemji did you use a D shaped seal behind the upper flap of the window seal? I saw the piece along the vertical portion.
kayrish
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Is that the weatherstripping you added behind and in between the rear portion of the seal? How did you wedge it, what shape of foam/ seal are you using. I tried using a D shaped weather stripping with an extending edge and it causes my window to stick out at the top rear edge. It’s the only spot left to fix now. Couldn’t glue it with the provided backing either. Rubber seems too slick even after cleaning with isopropyl.
Referring to this post of yours:
Loud wind noise coming from roof on freeway?
As it does in my BMW convertible. The design is same. You probably need to get the window adjusted to put more pressure on the gasket as it rolls up. That is the same with any frameless window. This is what I was talking about
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Same, I got D shaped seal and unlike what some of the posts in this thread and other said, they don't stick AT ALL on the OEM rubber seals.Is that the weatherstripping you added behind and in between the rear portion of the seal? How did you wedge it, what shape of foam/ seal are you using. I tried using a D shaped weather stripping with an extending edge and it causes my window to stick out at the top rear edge. It’s the only spot left to fix now. Couldn’t glue it with the provided backing either. Rubber seems too slick even after cleaning with isopropyl.
Referring to this post of yours:
Loud wind noise coming from roof on freeway?
As it does in my BMW convertible. The design is same. You probably need to get the window adjusted to put more pressure on the gasket as it rolls up. That is the same with any frameless window. This is what I was talking about
So here are the 3 items I have done:Is that the weatherstripping you added behind and in between the rear portion of the seal? How did you wedge it, what shape of foam/ seal are you using. I tried using a D shaped weather stripping with an extending edge and it causes my window to stick out at the top rear edge. It’s the only spot left to fix now. Couldn’t glue it with the provided backing either. Rubber seems too slick even after cleaning with isopropyl.
Referring to this post of yours:
Loud wind noise coming from roof on freeway?
As it does in my BMW convertible. The design is same. You probably need to get the window adjusted to put more pressure on the gasket as it rolls up. That is the same with any frameless window. This is what I was talking about
1. Added flat weatherstrip to the window gasket
2. Added Z-weatherstrip to the front door edge along the A-Pillar
3. Added closed cell foam behind the front fender along the A-Pillar
kayrish
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Took a slightly different approach to the solution, I used some foam and wedged it behind the rear of the front drivers side seal. Additionally, I pulled back the seal at the rear, and stuck more foam along the column of the B pillar frame where it meets the glass panel with the camera. This acts like a spine to prop up the seal where is meets the B pillar. Photos below:
Foam wedged behind seal:
Foam acting as a spine behind the frame seal:
I’m still struggling with a whistling noise right in the middle of my window. Any solutions are welcome, might have to re-align
Areas where I’m still getting whooshes and whistles:
Overall it’s gotten a lot better in the wind.
Foam wedged behind seal:
Foam acting as a spine behind the frame seal:
I’m still struggling with a whistling noise right in the middle of my window. Any solutions are welcome, might have to re-align
Areas where I’m still getting whooshes and whistles:
Overall it’s gotten a lot better in the wind.
I would recommend taking it to the service center and having it tightened. There is a process they are trained on. I did what I did because it was a weekend and it worked. If it had not worked, I would have taken it to the service center.
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