Interior lining (i.e. Rhino)

A ways off for me but I am considering at some point having a spray-on liner, such as Rhino or Duraliner, to the interior of my CJ5. I already know how durable it is, but I also understand that it may eliminate some road noise. It'll also make cleaning easy as I can just hose out my interior. The only thing is if I go into this with hosing out in mind, I may end up getting a marine radio and speakers opposed to automotive. Just thought I'd gather some thoughts on the subject!

LET THE OPINIONS BEGIN!!!

 

Hmmm... the Rhino has a heavy textured appearance, as well. I had it in the back of a pickup years ago. So I guess you're referring to dirt getting into all the crevices of the 'texture'?

I wish I still had a pic but when I was searching Classic Auto Trader for a jeep, I found one whose EXTERIOR was painted in Herculiner. The owner should be put before a firing squad and shot!

 

I went to a LINE-x (spelling may be bad) shop the other day to get a quote for my dodge pickup.

Line-x is a national franchise, so you probably have one near you. They are new to this area.

They were a little pricey at $460 for the bed alone, but I thought they had a pretty good product. It does not fade from UV light (they say).

When I do the bed liner I'm going to use line-x to do it unless I find something I like better.

 

That would be interesting if I could do THAT with my jeep!

 

There are several guys in our club that Herculined their entire Jeep. Body, frame, dash, everthing. I guess you can get it in several colors. When they want to shine it up, just coat the Jeep in ArmorAll and it looks "new" again. They like the "bulletproofness " (is that a word?) that it gives them.

I did Herculine the rear area of my M38-A1. Seemed to quiet it down somewhat, at least nothing rattles back there anymore. Cleaning isn't too bad.....but, come on.....really, how often do you clean your Jeep...

Dondo

 

JMO - you make your Jeep a lot harder to sell if you bed-line the exterior. It's a look that isn't universally appreciated. Many say they're never going to sell their Jeeps, but you never know - marriage, divorce, kids, that dream job in Japan, whatever... IMO you always should consider the resale value.

 

Used Herculiner came off in places. Used this http://www.durabakcompany.comliked it a lot. I bought some bedliner that I used the body color paint to color it. I liked it best. Can't remember the name now,but I liked it being the same color as the rest of Jeep. Anything to cut down on the "slickyness" when it's wet.
<edit> Pigment color liner is something called "Hippo Liner" available at the paint store I bought the paint to paint Jeep at.

 

I like the idea of the liner being the same color as the jeep as well. I though about spray on before, but as concerned about . . . . heat. All the lined jeeps I had seen before had black interiors. In the summer, I run the (soft) 1/2 cab with everythign rolled up that will roll, but with all the sunlight coming in, I don't need to broil. With the top off, I think it would be even worse.

 

I don't know what shape your jeeps are in, but mine does have a little rust in the bed. I'd be worried that the metal would rot and you wouldn't know until you fell through....any thoughts on this???

 

sandblast, wire brush on grinder, rust converter

 

I have Herc in my Jeep as well and it does get very dirty. Its also killer on the knuckles when say taking a seat out.

 

I am building a new Fire Truck for next year with a bigger Water Tank and thinking of using it to keep the inside from rusting from the water? I wonder how good it stays on like for 5-10 years or so. Sure hate to have chunks come off and clog nozzles and pumps later! Mark H.

 

I've considered the stuff for various vehicles, but each time I decided to stick with paint. If I ever get the itch for the "textured" look, I'll spray on "trunk spray" paint, and live with it for a few months until I either come to my senses, or decide to make it permanent.

 

Durabak can be sprayed in for a smoother texture, but if you are going to roll it on, it will be rough. I did Durabak with mine top and bottom, rolled it in, and it's rough enough to be slightly uncomfortable with bare feet. (But my feet aren't really calloused either...) I can see the point about the dirt and dust showing, but if you pick one of their lighter colors, you won't see it.

FWIW, I did the Durabak to make the underside and floor of the tub "bullet proof", and it sure looks like I succeeded....Don't know how much it quieted it down, but I imagine it's quite a bit.

 

Since Bill is a Jeep, allow me to answer for him ....No. I just ordered the regular Durabak. I was not aware of a smoother version.