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Technical Board => Restoration Help => Topic started by: jack_fc on May 09, 2007, 09:17:32 PM



Title: boot interior restoration/modification
Post by: jack_fc on May 09, 2007, 09:17:32 PM
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


Title: Re: boot interior restoration/modification
Post by: mcl1959 on May 10, 2007, 09:13:55 AM
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


Title: Re: boot interior restoration/modification
Post by: Ed on May 11, 2007, 02:39:44 AM
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



Title: Re: boot interior restoration/modification
Post by: jack_fc on May 14, 2007, 11:57:13 PM
Ken and Ed
Thanks for the advice
regards
Jack