TR3A Gas tank padding material.

[Gbouff1@aol.com]

Dear listers,

Two years ago when I disassembled my TR3A, the gas tank had padding under it. 
 Unfortunately  it's condition made it difficult to determine it's 
composition.  It was a soggy mess full of rust and appeared to be something 
similiar to Jute Carpet Padding, but that seems unlikely as it would retain 
moisture.  Does anyone know what it was and where I can get it, or is there a 
better substitute?

Thanks in advance,

Gary Bouffard