1994 HMCS Project

[BlueHUMMERH2]

This is the thread where I will document what I've been doing on my truck. I didn't feel like making a web page, and I don't want to do this on HML because then no one here can view it. So enjoy all of the updation I'm about to release.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Today's project was to remove some of the seats and apply my leather seat covers. I have had them almost a year and I have been anxious to install them. However, I have waited until now because they seemed complicated according to the directions.... Well, they were!

So far two are on, and it's taken 3 hours, 2 bandages, and my fingers hurt.

Old seat, YUCK!:



Duct Tape keeps the bottom on:


Seat back:


New seat, YAY!:

[NewHummerGuy]

Thats definately a big improvement. You doing all 4 seats?? That should be good for about a box of bandages

[Ground hawg]

lookin good. forget the bandages, if it's a cut use superglue. press the cut together and then put a drop of superglue on.

have fun with your project and keep the pictures comin

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I have given up on that self-mutilation fest for now. I have 2/4 seats done.

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. I found a leak somewhere is bringing water down into the cab. I also removed the rear door panel on the passengers side, and I'm trying to determine why the door lock isn't working automatically.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Sounds like its gonna be a good, long project car. The seats look good, and I hope that your fingers heal! lol

[ssgharkness020147]

I have given up on that self-mutilation fest for now. I have 2/4 seats done.

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. You can fit the insulation pretty much everywhere. I would recomend spraying the floors, rather then lay mat.


I found a leak somewhere is bringing water down into the cab. Probably the roof seams.

I also removed the rear door panel on the passengers side, and I'm trying to determine why the door lock isn't working automatically. If its an electric lock the cable usually is what is getting hung up. Sometimes the acuator fails, and then once and a great while a relay will go.

[frenzy1]

Good luck and keep us posted ! Great ride !!!

[lennyrebel]

Originally Posted by BlueHUMMERH2

This is the thread where I will document what I've been doing on my truck. I didn't feel like making a web page, and I don't want to do this on HML because then no one here can view it. So enjoy all of the updation I'm about to release.

I love that portable garage ,but i don't see nothing holding it down. Either you have managed to control nature or your just dang lucky. The Rebel

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Originally Posted by ssgharkness020147

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. You can fit the insulation pretty much everywhere. I would recomend spraying the floors, rather then lay mat.

Carey, what do you recommend? I haven't found anything yet. I'm going to look around at some of the A/V stores today that do car audio and see what they use. I found some rubber mats too that are about 1/2" thick for use in the floor and the ceiling.

[Ground hawg]

You might also want to check the front window seals, mine are so bad it blows bubbles when driving in the rain. not too much of a broblem unless i've recently washed it. then the bibbles get realy big

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Originally Posted by Ground hawg

You might also want to check the front window seals, mine are so bad it blows bubbles when driving in the rain. not too much of a broblem unless i've recently washed it. then the bibbles get realy big

Haha, that's crazy. I think my seals are pretty good, but I've got some sticky windows which I'm still trying to evaluate. But when the windows go up the sound goes down... somewhat...

[ssgharkness020147]

I used Dynamat Xtreme, nice stuff but it is REALLY expensive. I think I spent 150.00 on just 14 sq ft, which is about enough for two layers on the doghouse! I would look on ebay, you should be able to find 100+ sq/ft for around 100-150. HUMMERDOGG, knows of a product that I would like to use next, I cant remember what its called, but I know if you do a search on the HML you will find the name.

Originally Posted by BlueHUMMERH2

Carey, what do you recommend? I haven't found anything yet. I'm going to look around at some of the A/V stores today that do car audio and see what they use. I found some rubber mats too that are about 1/2" thick for use in the floor and the ceiling.

[ssgharkness020147]

Use some dielectric grease on the inside of the window tracks (where the window slides up in the seals) to fix this. I believe HUMMER updated the design to fix this problem in later years.

Originally Posted by BlueHUMMERH2

Haha, that's crazy. I think my seals are pretty good, but I've got some sticky windows which I'm still trying to evaluate. But when the windows go up the sound goes down... somewhat...

[BlueHUMMERH2]

In response to the sound insulation:
I found Hushmat for $5/SQ Foot. I cancelled the order however as I found pipe insulation, which is a foam mat of sorts, from a local HVAC company for $1.66/SQ Foot. It's a little bit on the thick side (about 1/2") but it looks like acoustic insulation, and it should be great for stuffing into the b-pillars and roof. It actually is made into cylinders later on, but I managed to get some from before it goes into that process.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Forgot to add this picture with the seats. I thought the address was amusing:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Alright, I took off the crash pad today and some other trim. Here is the heater/AC/blower unit that has to be removed, and replaced or repaired:



This is just a view looking inside from the passengers door. I hope I can remember where the three long screws and one short one came from that bolt on the trim!:



My acoustical mat is visible there in the middle. Also, I am in the process of selecting a new audio system. I have been looking at a Memphis audio set up for about $1000 including 4 speakers, 2 amps, and a sub. I will also be looking at a new headunit.

[NewHummerGuy]

Nice Aubs. keep em coming.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Foam insulation seems to be going in well. It might make squeaks when driving, but this has YTD. It is easy to cut, very flexible, and expands when you let it go so it fills up the space, and holds itself in. Seems like it will dampen the sound significantly if I can put enough in.

Time to go looking for A/V equipment!

[NewHummerGuy]

Originally Posted by BlueHUMMERH2

Foam insulation seems to be going in well. It might make squeaks when driving, but this has YTD. It is easy to cut, very flexible, and expands when you let it go so it fills up the space, and holds itself in. Seems like it will dampen the sound significantly if I can put enough in.

Time to go looking for A/V equipment!

So this one doesnt have the upgraded heater unit right??? I dont know much about H1's but was wondering can these be fixed and if not whats the cost of an upgraded unit?