Carpet?
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You will soon hear from members who have done so. I think they have upholstery skills far beyond what I could ever learn.
But , really, why? ACC ,I think it is, make good molded carpets, sold by most of the likely suspects like LMC, etc., and they are very inexpensive. I doubt many could do the same quality, and would probably cost more to make. Unless doing a 100% correct restoration where the exact shade is needed, but even then, I’d pay a professional to get that quality.
But , really, why? ACC ,I think it is, make good molded carpets, sold by most of the likely suspects like LMC, etc., and they are very inexpensive. I doubt many could do the same quality, and would probably cost more to make. Unless doing a 100% correct restoration where the exact shade is needed, but even then, I’d pay a professional to get that quality.
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Time is not an issue. If it takes longer then so be it, the labor doesn’t bother me
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While I think the concept of vinyl flooring sounds good and may benefit drivers in their needs. I think of how the vinyl will look after mud covered boots, the rocks in the sole of your shoes deposit on the floor and all that gets rubbed into the floor between cleanings.
I prefer the carpet as a traditionalist...I like the feel and believe there must be some sound and insulation factors for the cab. I use the full size, one piece weather tech mats to fully cover my carpet. And since installing them, with minimal usage, they are dull and scratched up. I can replace the matts but would have a problem with this being my finished floor. Yes you can add carpet, you can change out the vinyl...but that can be a pretty big project removing seats, console etc. IMO
I guess you could add a matt to protect the vinyl, just sounds odd to me. I always think of vinyl as an XL model. Good luck on your decision
I prefer the carpet as a traditionalist...I like the feel and believe there must be some sound and insulation factors for the cab. I use the full size, one piece weather tech mats to fully cover my carpet. And since installing them, with minimal usage, they are dull and scratched up. I can replace the matts but would have a problem with this being my finished floor. Yes you can add carpet, you can change out the vinyl...but that can be a pretty big project removing seats, console etc. IMO
I guess you could add a matt to protect the vinyl, just sounds odd to me. I always think of vinyl as an XL model. Good luck on your decision
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From: Mariposa, Ca.
While I think the concept of vinyl flooring sounds good and may benefit drivers in their needs. I think of how the vinyl will look after mud covered boots, the rocks in the sole of your shoes deposit on the floor and all that gets rubbed into the floor between cleanings.
I prefer the carpet as a traditionalist...I like the feel and believe there must be some sound and insulation factors for the cab. I use the full size, one piece weather tech mats to fully cover my carpet. And since installing them, with minimal usage, they are dull and scratched up. I can replace the matts but would have a problem with this being my finished floor. Yes you can add carpet, you can change out the vinyl...but that can be a pretty big project removing seats, console etc. IMO
I guess you could add a matt to protect the vinyl, just sounds odd to me. I always think of vinyl as an XL model. Good luck on your decision
I prefer the carpet as a traditionalist...I like the feel and believe there must be some sound and insulation factors for the cab. I use the full size, one piece weather tech mats to fully cover my carpet. And since installing them, with minimal usage, they are dull and scratched up. I can replace the matts but would have a problem with this being my finished floor. Yes you can add carpet, you can change out the vinyl...but that can be a pretty big project removing seats, console etc. IMO
I guess you could add a matt to protect the vinyl, just sounds odd to me. I always think of vinyl as an XL model. Good luck on your decision
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I believe Rangers and some 1964 trucks with the XL package were the only ones with original carpet. All others used a rubber floor mat of one type of another.
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So I'm going to Hi-Jack this thread, since ya'll are talking about flooring.
I just replaced my three speed column shift for a T-18 four speed. As most of you knopw, the four speed takes the removeable high hump floor pan which in and of itselfd isn't an issue. I found one and got it installed nicely. The issue is, my truck, 65 F100 Custom Cab, came with a pretty decent original rubber floor mat that will no longer fit correctly. What do I do, modify it or just get a carpet kit? I like the rubber mat because I use the truck and I'm a dirty mechanic. Thoughts? opinions?
Dan
I just replaced my three speed column shift for a T-18 four speed. As most of you knopw, the four speed takes the removeable high hump floor pan which in and of itselfd isn't an issue. I found one and got it installed nicely. The issue is, my truck, 65 F100 Custom Cab, came with a pretty decent original rubber floor mat that will no longer fit correctly. What do I do, modify it or just get a carpet kit? I like the rubber mat because I use the truck and I'm a dirty mechanic. Thoughts? opinions?
Dan
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So I'm going to Hi-Jack this thread, since ya'll are talking about flooring.
I just replaced my three speed column shift for a T-18 four speed. As most of you knopw, the four speed takes the removeable high hump floor pan which in and of itselfd isn't an issue. I found one and got it installed nicely. The issue is, my truck, 65 F100 Custom Cab, came with a pretty decent original rubber floor mat that will no longer fit correctly. What do I do, modify it or just get a carpet kit? I like the rubber mat because I use the truck and I'm a dirty mechanic. Thoughts? opinions?
Dan
I just replaced my three speed column shift for a T-18 four speed. As most of you knopw, the four speed takes the removeable high hump floor pan which in and of itselfd isn't an issue. I found one and got it installed nicely. The issue is, my truck, 65 F100 Custom Cab, came with a pretty decent original rubber floor mat that will no longer fit correctly. What do I do, modify it or just get a carpet kit? I like the rubber mat because I use the truck and I'm a dirty mechanic. Thoughts? opinions?
Dan
If you can wait for hot weather, and leave your truck in the sun, that will be a benefit to getting it installed well, no matter what you pick.
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From: Southern California
That is exactly what I found under my floormat. I may take your advice and put carpet since my floormat won't fit anyways. On another note, anyone looking for a decent looking OE rubber mat? Fits 3 speed or COM trans.