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rbprvs
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Jan 26, 2026

More insulation in Newmar Cypress?

Hey all, Newmar Cypress with aluminum studs, thin ply walls, and sparse fiberglass insulaltion. My son wants to add more insul, it's pretty cold/ drafty in winter, is closed-cell expanding foam a decent option? Drill holes, insert straw, and spray? Are there any accepted techiniques for this, or is it a dumb idea? Better to add 1/2" of polyiso foam board inside, and sacrifice a little interior volume? Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks!

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  • I think the first solution is perfect. Please post pics of your Swiss cheese motorhome 

  • Sounds like a terrible idea to me. There is no way you would be able to drill enough holes that would allow you to distribute the insulation evenly enough that it would make a difference. And if you somehow were able to, now its full of holes. What do you do with them?

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