Related comment: I have removed interiors out of alot of 60s & 70s cars when my buddy and me started racing circle track. The interiors had many many layers of materials and there would be hog rings and all buttons hand sewn throughout. It was basically made like quality sofas and chairs for your home. But it was also sound & temperature insulation as well as safety padding if you got hit. Might be worth doing a high end quality fabric interior, someone gets paid to install factory correct interiors with high workmanship. The collectors pay for it and expect flawless work.The car will be judged at shows and looses points for inaccuracy. Seriously, high pay.
@austinpowers49062 жыл бұрын
Where do you buy your abs plastic from ?
@SteveBueche10273 жыл бұрын
What’s the standard backing board made of? Would thin (1/8”) hardboard work? It’s the same stuff they make peg board out of.
@ronlisto47902 жыл бұрын
How do you staple to the ABS ??
@WilliamLeonard4 жыл бұрын
Do you guys sell the trunk cardboard panels and door panels for 1950 Chevy Styleline Deluxe Coupe?
@SteveP-vm1uc3 жыл бұрын
So I live in Tampa Bay, Florida and we see some pretty hot temps here especially inside of closed up cars. So I'd think ABS would NOT be a good choice for here. The second is thin plywood. (Lauan) maybe.. only how would you make it curve from the vertical face sheet to on top of the door?? (1965 Dodge Coronet ) ...
@TxStang8 жыл бұрын
what are your thoughts on PVC foam board for door panels ?
@Theluckyneedle8 жыл бұрын
I haven't heard of PVC foam board till now. It defiantly looks like if could work well! Have you used it? I will defantly test this stuff out.
@TxStang8 жыл бұрын
I haven't used it personally but a few guys that made panels for pre war era hot rods have used it here in the Dallas area and the finished product looks nice but they are just hobbyists and DYI guys trying to save a buck . would love a professional opinion on the stuff . Celtec is what they said the brand was .
@Theluckyneedle8 жыл бұрын
I will look in to it next time i need to make some panels. thanks for the suggestion!
@richrich33844 жыл бұрын
I live in Tucson. Any ideas on boards for here. I have a 1976 fiat spider
@rayhypolite61144 жыл бұрын
Hi, What thickness ABS board did you use for the door panels?
@Theluckyneedle4 жыл бұрын
1/8" abs
@LunaGirl11117 жыл бұрын
Where do you get your ABS and what thickness?
@Theluckyneedle7 жыл бұрын
1/8" thick. Do a google search in your area for "Plastic Suppliers" for full sheets also your local upholstery supplier should carry smaller sheets. Full sheet should cost you around $90-100. Sometimes less if your lucky.
@hoen005 жыл бұрын
can you sew through ABS?
@Theluckyneedle5 жыл бұрын
Yes just make sure to use a thicker needle like a size 20
@Built2Fast7 жыл бұрын
What is your recommendation to use for folks that live in warmer climate areas as opposed to the abs?
@Theluckyneedle7 жыл бұрын
Use the 1/8 ply wood. Also called luan. You can also try PVC foam board but I have not tested it in the heat yet.
@Built2Fast7 жыл бұрын
Decided to go with the ABS and see how it goes in the heat here in the East. Thanks for the recommendation!
@Theluckyneedle7 жыл бұрын
Anytime! Hope it works our well for you!
@rokibuca7 жыл бұрын
can i use mdf panels
@Theluckyneedle7 жыл бұрын
You could but mdf will be susceptible to warping from moisture over time.
@shanedarden3695 жыл бұрын
I understand... with ABS plastic. In the heat... your glues will off gas... So you have to drill holes to keep it from bubbling up
@Theluckyneedle5 жыл бұрын
If your project is going to in really hot climates I would not use ABS. It will warp if it gets to around 120 degrees. I have never heard of upholstery glue off gassing.