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General Discussion => Q & A => Topic started by: nut465gs on November 19, 2009, 09:21:07 AM
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I'm looking for a source for the factory correct trunk lining material for our '65 GSs. It should be a tan/brownish fabric weave with a foam backing. A close reproduction was previously available from CARS, Inc. However they can no longer get it from the manufacturer. I think it was SMS Auto Fabrics. Anyone know another source?
BTW, I will not use the vinyl/rubber trunk liners available. They will trap moisture and rust out the trunk pan. Seen this happen too many times. If you have this type of trunk liner, peal it back and take a look.
Thanks,
John Egel
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Hi John
I've been searching for this material since 1970. Every dealer stated the vinyl, even after I showed them a sample of the cloth and foam.
From what I heard this is the material that was used on the 64 Electras & Wildcats?.
:dontknow:
Alan
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Correct foam-backed trunk material referenced above is available from Clark's Corvair. www.corvair.com (http://www.corvair.com)
Apparently it is also correct for Rivieras.
Ask for sample part # R196. $75/yard. 52" wide. You will need 3 yards (to be on the safe side) to complete 1 trunk.
Anyone have a template of the original trunk mat?
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Correct foam-backed trunk material referenced above is available from Clark's Corvair. [url=http://www.corvair.com]www.corvair.com[/url] ([url]http://www.corvair.com[/url])
Apparently it is also correct for Rivieras.
Ask for sample part # R196. $75/yard. 52" wide. You will need 3 yards (to be on the safe side) to complete 1 trunk.
Anyone have a template of the original trunk mat?
I just got my sample this week. Looks good. It does seem to have a foam back ? I was wondereing about the sizeing myself..
DL
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Curious if all 65's used that material, or if it varied with assembly plant?
My Baltimore-built 66's (and my '65)had it, but my Fremont built 66's did not.
It was 2 pieces, correct? .... one on the hump over the axle, and the other piece covered the trunk floor.
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Are 5-10 ppl interested in these ? Maybe we could get them the measurements and have them cut to fit.
DL
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I would be interested.
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I am interested as well.
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I'm interested-as I do not have the pattern for the GS.
Just be glad -the Wildcat has 5 fabric patterns and 3 cardboard parts....convertible unique...hard to duplicate!
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I would be interested in possible 3 sets--have 3 cars--all came with this material, and all now have the rubber mat. Only Buicks I have ever seen that came with the rubber mat were the base model specials (not special deluxe). The 65 4dr I had and sold to JMOS had the original rubber mat in it when I got it.
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Are 5-10 ppl interested in these ? Maybe we could get them the measurements and have them cut to fit.
DL
I already ordered 3 yards :( But I would be interested for 1 or 2 for my other 65's.
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I'm interested in 4 sets. I have the rubber mat now but it does trap water,I peel it back at the end of each season to see if any moisture has built up. So far I have been lucky ....
Tony
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I have the diminsions and a so so template from a original. Maybe I or one of us can make a template that everyone can use and that could be shipped around? Ideas? Jon
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We could make a template from the (incorrect) mats currently available?
Just curious, anyone have a group & part # for the correct weave/foam trunk mat?
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I have the diminsions and a so so template from a original. Maybe I or one of us can make a template that everyone can use and that could be shipped around? Ideas? Jon
Jon,
By your dimensions what is the min amount of material would we need ? We can calculate it both ways and see which would be more favorable.
DL
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If the running yard is 52 in. wide , 2 yards would do it! the dimensions that I have are 45 3/4 by 23 for the under the package tray piece and 52 by 43 for the truck floor! I need to make a template out of plastic or paper with the cuts in it and make it so it can be shipped! Jon
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This is great info. I agree about the vinyl mats and rust. One trick I learned is to take some of the plastic chicken wire stuff sold at hardware stores and put pieces of it under the mat. This lifts the mat up enough to let some air in and decreases the likelihood of rust forming. It isn't great, but it's something.
I would be interested in a set of the right stuff.
Alan
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All
Is anyone having success with the trunk material and pattern?
MDKD
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Milton,
What do you mean by success ? Obtaining the material ? Making the liner ?
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I'm sorry I shouldn't be so cryptic. I am getting to the point of putting a trunk mat in my 65. I did a search of the forum and this string looked to be the most informative but hadn't been updated for several months. I was wondering if anyone had successfully installed a mat to their liking and does anyone have a good pattern. My cars don't have a trunk mat at all so I am starting from scratch. The mat in my parents car didn't last to long after I got the car because I had every tool I owned plus spare parts in the trunk. Collage years didn't allow for much more in the budget.
Milton
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No problem with cryptic just didn't understand. Besides I shouldn't be so direct. Attached is a picture of the trunk of my convertible. Two yards of the material from Clark's and used the vinyl mats that are what is usually sold for patterns. Be warned Clark's isn't bashful about charging for the material.
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. Be warned Clark's isn't bashful about charging for the material.
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The unfortunate thing about being the only one having the correct item.
Loren
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Dan
Thanks a lot for the picture.
I can still hardly wait to see your car in person.
I have contacted Clark's for a free sample.
Does the trunk mat actually turn into a 2 piece above the axle hump?
Milton
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The trunk mat is made in two pieces. The forward piece that covers the trunk area over the rear axle is separate from the lower part. The forward piece comes down to the lower piece.
Loren
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The trunk mat is made in two pieces. The forward piece that covers the trunk area over the rear axle is separate from the lower part. The forward piece comes down to the lower piece.
Loren
Is anybody up for making a pattern?
I need one if anybody can trace it out.
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Apologizing in advance as this is a real old post. Apparently there was an effort to get a discounted bulk order for trunk material but don't think it ever happened and if it did I missed it. That material was spendy back in 2012 for sure. I haven't checked yet but wondering if there is any new info/sources available. I did just order the free sample from Clark's Corvair Parts along with the flat emblem clips for the trunk emblem (Part C712) per one of the part source threads in this forum. Is there a template available?
Dwaine
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Hello Dwaine,
I don't recall a group purchase being discussed regarding the trunk material.
I did make a pattern from the rough drawings that gssizzler made of an original trunk mat. Presently I am in Florida for the winter and my templates for the pattern are back in Nebraska, consequently , I am not able to help you with that.
Here is a link to the thread I did regarding the pattern.
http://65gs.com/board/index.php/topic,4857.0.html (http://65gs.com/board/index.php/topic,4857.0.html)
Loren
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Loren,
Thanks for the reply and linking to that pinned post. Thought I had searched more thoroughly for info but somehow missed that post. Hope you are doing well and I suppose you are thankful to have missed the snow and cold up around your place. I have some friends in the area and it is brutal. Kinda like being in western Wyoming :laughing7:
Dwaine
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You are very welcome Dwaine.
We are doing well here in Florida. My rehab on the place we bought is nearing an end , so there is more time to do things other than remodel. lol
I am happy to be missing the terrible weather back in Nebraska, but also looking forward to getting back there and the Sport Wagon.
Loren