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boot interior restoration/modification

Started by jack_fc, May 09, 2007, 09:17:32 PM

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jack_fc

Gday all
I want to line the wheel arches inside the boot with carpet-like material (black). Does anyone know of a suitable material that is capable of moulding neatly to the guards (I've already thought of "frontrunner" - any other suggestions?). Advice on adhesive, method and source of material also sought.
Also want to make inner trims for lining guards between wheel arches n tail lights (to be covered in same/similar material as above). Does anyone have a template for these, or do I make one? (I want to start at the join on the inner wheel arches). Advice on material sought - I thought 3 or 4 mm ply might be OK...
All feedback gratefully accepted
Regards, jack
"when I was a young lout, it was all about sex, drugs, rock'n'roll, beer and hot Holdens. Now I'm an old lout, but I've still got the old Holdens and beer..."

mcl1959

I did this many years ago and the way to make the templates is with cardboard and then transfer to wood when you have the shape right.  From memory I used vinyl which stretches quite well when warmed to cover the arches.

Ken

Ed

to line the boot.

you could also use fibreglass and MDF.

then you can have all manner of funky shapes, subwoofers (if that's your thing) or little storage binnacles etc.

Cheers

Ed

in the shed

jack_fc

Ken and Ed
Thanks for the advice
regards
Jack
"when I was a young lout, it was all about sex, drugs, rock'n'roll, beer and hot Holdens. Now I'm an old lout, but I've still got the old Holdens and beer..."