I just got done cutting new trim panels for my doors on my '39 Ford tudor. I cut below the garnish molding because it fit so tight against the door. If you all don't think that will work, let me know & I'll cut some more. Also, does everyone use "frogleg" clips, or the plastic "Christmas tree" clips as used on the newer cars? If I do it this way, I'll have to drill some holes below the garnish molding to hold it on. Any suggestions really appreciated. Thanks in advance, Rod.
The panel is supposed to be sandwiched under the lip of the molding. Ford had a thin fiber panel and the mohair didn't take up much room either. You'd probably get many different opinions about which clip to use. A lot depends on the strength of your panel. Using upholstery fiber board won't allow too many remove-and-replaces. Not good for strong christmas trees. But the standard spring clips can usually be popped in and out many times with a good flat bar stuck behind the panel. Lots of guys use aluminum panels, or other harder fiber materials instead of the black cardboard stuff. I always build stuff knowing it WILL have to come apart again some day for maintenance.
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The panel can stop just below the garnish. Just leave the fabric long enough to go under. I have done it many times, it probably not need clips across the top if done this way
Yes, do it this way. I finished up a couple door panels today. The old cars used a thinner board with paper thin padding. Not 1/4 inch foam like today. And yes, do use the frog leg clips. There are 3 different lengths that I use. Christmas tree clips break when removing them.
Hi guys, and thanks. 56premiere, I was hoping someone would say that. That's what I plan to do. stanlow69, thanks for chiming in. Sounds like a plan. Thanks again, Rod
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