<VV> Rubber Mat Interiors

[Dale Dewald]

Hello John,

I would definitely KEEP the mat if it is any way presentable shape. You 
could perhaps repair and reinforce the tears from the back side with 
fiberglass cloth and some sort of rubber like adhesive.  Pull up the 
mat(s), clean and POR the floors underneath before putting them back in.

BTW, I am looking for a good LM front rubber mat, either in whole or 
pieces for the restoration of my '67 500
sport sedan.

Dale Dewald
Hancock, MI

On 3/2/2015 12:00, John Baily wrote:
> I believe my '61 4dr 700 sedan has the original red stripped cloth interior
> it came with.  As one might expect, the bench seat has long lost its
> firmness.  I eventually plan to have the bench seat rebuilt and upholstered
> with the rest of the interior.  The floor still has the original matting.
> What is cool about this black matting is that it has flecks in it that
> matches the Roman Red dash pad and door panels.  I added lap belts as the
> car never had them or a radio for that matter.  I do not see driving the
> long distance I do to meets and shows without belts.
>
> Some local club members have recommended replacing the matting with
> carpeting, as the car's mats are still one piece but have tears in
> them.  Their concerns are that surface rust forms under these mats and that
> carpets are not as much an issue in this department.  They also say
> appropriate matting is "unobtainium". as well. Yes, I do have surface rust
> under the matting.  That said, the car has been always garaged since 2003.
> I also understand the maroon door vinyl is also not available, but close
> matches can be found.
>
> I do not intend this car to be a fancy  "show" car, rather I'd like to see
> it stay reasonably stock in good condition.  Should I ditch the mat and go
> the carpet route, or should I try to repair or replace the matting.  I have
> seen plenty of mats in FC, but rarely have seen mats in a "restored" or
> modified car.  Two pictures are attached, one is a close up of the matting,
> The other is an overall view of the front interior.
>
> Thanks,
>
> John B.