Wheel Ezz Case Foam

Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

Jim P, or anyone that actually knows...what type of foam Sierra used in these cases?....and a source for it? It's the block stuff I'm interested in that the guitar sits on.

This is exactly what I want.

There are dozens of types of foam. I need something pretty firm that is easy to carve to fit the shape of the guitar etc. The soft stuff is too flimsy and hard to shape even with a turkey knife.

I'm looking at a huge selection in the Foam Factory site.
I'm guessing closed cell some type but I'm not seeing anything for sure that's exactly like this?

Thanks for the help.

George Piburn · From: The Land of Enchantment New Mexico

ELE Exactly like ester is a somewhat non disintegrating foam, what pro case companies use.

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Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

Thanks George. Still checking it out.

Quoting from the DIY cases website, ELE is fine for case lining but not recommended for the bottom of a case which handles all the weight. So that's the type of stuff I need like in the photo.

Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

JIC it might help someone else looking for this high density foam for case padding etc, I found the foam type is XLPE which means cross linked polyethylene.

The small 12 x 24 piece I got was 4 lb. density, but you can buy it in 2,4,6 lb. etc. This one has a deflection of 14 psi but it varies with specific type and weight.

Very firm, smooth, closed cell stuff and appears just like the stuff in the case photo I posted. Dense enough to cut easily without dragging on a box knife etc. and doesn't fall apart and make a mess when working it.

Maybe too stiff for seat cushions, but great for padding to support and protect heavy instruments and gear. FWIW.

Larry Allen · From: Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii

Aloha Jerry..we have an upholstery shop here that specializes in airplane, Corvette and Mercedes , they have a huge selection that I’ve taped into before.. Smile

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Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

Good to know Larry. I think I'm good for now though. I bet you have used the local resource for your motorized "toys" though? Best wishes and good cheer. 🛻🏍️

Larry Allen · From: Kapaa, Kauai,Hawaii

Jerry, yes several Restorations and a few pack a seats and cases.

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Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

Something else I have discovered for padding small areas is pool noodles. Inexpensive and available in various 2, 3 and 4" widths at most big box hdwe. stores.

I cut it to the size I need with a bandsaw and spray glue fabric to it. It's firm and seems to be pretty durable.

Arty Passes · From: Austin, TX

Thanks for the tips Jerry. What thickness do you use?

Jerry Overstreet · From: Louisville Ky

Hi Arty. It depends on the case and the space you need to fill. I've forgotten the dims for the Wheel EZZ case....whether it's 2 or 3 in where the guitar cabinet sits.

I use 1" padding on the very bottom but the guitar sits on the side padding and not the bottom.

XLPE is available in heights from 1 in. to 4 1/2 in. Weights from 2 lb. to 8 lb. density.

Depends where you buy it, but sources such as USA Foam or Foam Factory sell it in whole sheets, 1/2 and 1/3 sheets reasonably.

If you need something not quite as dense but with good qualities, PE foam is less expensive.

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