There a lot of questions an the forum asking about cutting the noise. This is how it's done:

http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/f...the-ssa-mazda/

The project added ~80lbs to the car. The owner also has a couple of big, German, luxury sedans and he can be believed when he says the noise levels are similar after the treatment.

 

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Sorry about the login. If anyone is interested, I guess you'll have to register. It's worth it. This is the most comprehensive example of its kind that I've seen.

 

Definitely worth the registration!

 

Thanks for the link! Great write-up!