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AlienJohn
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 Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 5:32 am Post subject: Karmann Ghia Trunk Liner Dimensions |
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Hi folks,
I'm wondering if anyone knows where I can get the dimensions,
or a template for the 74 Ghia Coupe trunk liner.
I'm pretty sure I can't be the only one who thinks $100 bucks
is too much to pay for basically a folded piece of cardboard.
There are many materials I would rather use and could make
one more to my liking if I knew the proper dimensions.
Thanks all.
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djkeev
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AlienJohn
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68-74 is the same liner, I've got one in my 69 but it's buried by a foot of snow right now...... When the snow melts I'll be happy to measure and trace it.
If no one comes up with them sooner and you can wait..... 
Dave |
That would be GREAT Dave,
I understand, I'm in Ohio and it snowed all night. Really slows down the fun, especially because I won't drive my VW in salt. But at 6am this morning and only 12 degrees out there the Ghia fired right up in my garage. These old VeeDubs sure got a lot of heart.
Thanks Dave,
John |
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cagey.jg
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I would love those dimensions/tracings as well. 
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asbug
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X3,
I have bought 2 different plastic wire covers and they were both too small...
I'll just make a good paper one if I knew what it looked like...
KC
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carl4x4
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CiderGuy
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 10:50 am Post subject: |
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| Yes I think this is one of those parts that everyone would like to a template of to make their own. I echo the others, would love to have the template myself. |
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djkeev
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carl4x4
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What sort of material would you use for this, tried a few Google searches and having trouble finding what the grained thick cardboard is actually called. I guess it should be something that can be folded and doesn't try to bounce the folds back which rules out carpet maybe?
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mfitzsimor
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It is indeed the fuel filler bulge, and its the ONLY part of my 69's liner that is left.
I too would love a template!
Mark
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AlienJohn
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 1:25 pm Post subject: |
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Yeah Dave, you could use one yourself Brother
My daughter used to work with corregated plastic sheets that were black on both sides.
I'll ask her where I can get some of that and pass on the info.
I don't think it would absorb fluid and bulge like the cardboard did.
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Brassneck
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You can use carpet, and really it shouldn't be very hard to do.
I have a carpet front trunk liner in mine, I'm thinking it came from TMI, as I'm assuming the carpet kit comes with it as an option since it matches the rest of my interior, sown seams and all.
It essentially has a section of hardboard glued onto the back so that it follows the lines of the trunk and can "bend" in the right spot but is rigid so that it stays up (blocking off the electrical/dash area). It doesn't have the "wings" per the one posted above, as those are separate carpet pieces that cover the inside-fender areas... thus, a total of 3 carpet sections for the whole trunk area.
Here's a picture of my trunk area...unfortunately I don't have access to my car (In with the bodyshop at the moment), so I can't get a better shot...but I think you can get the idea.
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djkeev
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squonk
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Maybe Coroplast sheets with or without carpet glued to one side? It would have the benefit of being moisture resistant.
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kiwighia68
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I've also resolved to make my own, for 2 reasons: the cardboard model is too easily damaged (it's a luggage compartment after all) and too expensive for what you get. Having done a "rear seat delete" in my other air cooled car in board and vinyl, I'm confident I can do it. So for me it's going to be board and carpet or board (as stiffener) and vinyl. And a matching spare wheel cover as well.
I found the backing material (waterproof) at a place called Reid and Twiname here in New Zealand (use Google).
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AlienJohn
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 5:39 pm Post subject: |
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I did some basic measurements today and drew this up,
however, I certainly don't think anyone should go by this
drawing as I'm sure if I make a quick mock-up and go to stick it in
I will find many things that will need to be changed / corrected.
But just for fun here it is.
Again, don't try this at home |
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djkeev
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AlienJohn
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| squonk wrote: |
| Maybe Coroplast sheets with or without carpet glued to one side? It would have the benefit of being moisture resistant. |
I think you're onto something here Squonk.
This stuff is light, strong, and can easily be made to fold
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akear
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 6:00 pm Post subject: |
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| How about ABS sheets? Cheap, indusructible, and can be folded with heat (not sure how easily though). Or just cut each individual panel face and put together with Gorilla tape from the back side. Super easy that way. |
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kman
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| akear wrote: |
| How about ABS sheets? Cheap, indusructible, and can be folded with heat (not sure how easily though). Or just cut each individual panel face and put together with Gorilla tape from the back side. Super easy that way. |
Yes. This is what I would use. Maybe 1/16 - 3/32 for trunk liner or 1/8 for a door panel backing. Will form or fold with heat. http://www.alro.com/divplastics/plasticsproduct_abs.aspx |
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