'32 Stude firewall insulator pad

[Guest 32mod55]

Does anybody have any ideas on how to salvage or replace the firewall insulator on my '32 model 55? It is made of a cardboard material and is molded to the shape of the firewall with oilcloth material stitched around the edge. It's still mostly intact, but very fragile. I'm going to try and remove it without damaging it and either use it as a pattern to make a replacement or maybe coat it with something like Latex or plastic. I have never seen any reproduction of this piece, does anybody know if one is available?

Thanks

[studerex]

Try this link. I have bought at least 6 pads from them for presidents from 29 to 32.

http://www.quietride.com/catalogpdfs/studebaker_catalog.pdf

[Guest 32mod55]

Thanks, I'll check them out. They don't list my car specifically, but probably have something that's close.

[studerex]

They used to make special orders for cars not listed. They have gotten bigger but may still make what you need. Ask.