predawson Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 For fitting carpets the manual says use velcro but the carpet set came with double sided tape. Which is best? Wouldn't velcro create a lumpy carpet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Purves Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 You don't need carpets they only get wet and then smelly once it rains. But if you are going to fit I would use Velcro or even poppers. Then at least they come out with no trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzinRich Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 I used plastic trim screws from Halfords - made a really tidy job and have held up well over 8 years abuse! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Cox Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 You don't need carpets they only get wet and then smelly once it rains. But if you are going to fit I would use Velcro or even poppers. Then at least they come out with no trouble. Agreed...if you want to line the cockpit, why not try some rubberised matting (mmmm rubber )? Oh, once they've been rained on, velcro doesn't let go easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 Whilst on the subject - how do the seats stand up to getting wet. I plan to fit minimal trim, but wondered if the rain knackers the the seats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Everall Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 Rain not too good for Leather seats and as for carpets they are for southern softees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 I was refering to the standard seats not the posey (spelling?) leather ones. I was advised when I ordered the kit to have the vinyl seats- is this right or not? Advise appreciated John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conibear Posted August 19, 2004 Share Posted August 19, 2004 Rain not too good for Leather seats and as for carpets they are for southern softees nutter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enterpryse Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 If I was doing it again I'd use poppers. Velcro is OK but forget double sided carpet tape - it's ****e. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
predawson Posted August 20, 2004 Author Share Posted August 20, 2004 Yar, I'll probably use velcro. enterpryse you built an SDV, how did you fit the gear lever gaiter to the carpet? The manual says it is pre-stitched in but it isn't. There is no hole and a separate bit of really nasty vinyl is supplied. this is a really important finishing touch in terms of aesthetics so don't want to screw up. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve L Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 To offer a solution: Take any material which is easy to work - wood or plastic, and make a frame which goes inside the gaiter and wraps around it. The frame is not visible but clamps down the edges of the gaiter. I am curious about the handbrake gaiter. I have the same problem. I replace a torn rubber gaiter with a self-made leatherette gaiter. To keep the shape where it meets the carpet, I cut away and used the base of the rubber gaiter. Nut first class, but it will do. I have seen a couple Seven-alikes with chrome or brushed aluminum surrounds, which look pretty nice, but I have not been able to track them down. Anyone have a clue where to get them? I am in Germany, but if I don't find one here this winter, I will resort to ordering from England. By the way, the opening for the brake lever includes an angle where two propshaft tunnel covers meet. Can a chromed trim be bent without the chrome flaking off? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blacknblue Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 Apparently Westfield don't fit the gaiter in the carpet due to differences in builds etc. leading to it being in the wrong place. I believe if you loose fit the carpet on the tunnel and cut the hole for the gearlever then send or take the carpet (and gaiter ) to Westfield they will stitch it in FOC. Might be an idea to call them and confirm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlgurney Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 Thats what they did for me, i had a damaged crash pad so they collect the carpets when they picked that up, saved me the postage. The handbrake gaiter they use isn't that good on mine it doesn't fit the handbrake snug and has been worn away on the underside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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