Thread: Door Panel Pockets
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10-30-2010 11:26 AM #1
Door Panel Pockets
Anyone know how to form a semi-solid or solid pocket on a door panel to hold things like maps, etc? I can visualize how to make a soft map pocket with an elastic top band, but wonder about making them more rigid?Roger
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10-30-2010 01:30 PM #2
roger if it is any help to you my monte has the semi solid pockets. what they did is attach carpet to the bottom then put a pleather edge at the top with just enough gap to put things in it.BARB
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10-30-2010 02:08 PM #3
A few choices.
The ones in the door are typical upholstery backer board, but could be done with ABS sheet, or luan plywood (like door skins). Behind the flap you could put the elastic pocket thing you envision if it's somewhat shallow, or you could make a compartment from the panel board material, or mold one from fibergalss. Carve a male mold from foam for that.
Also some pics of larger storage in the trunk side areas, again, formed from panel board.Your Uncle Bob, Senior Geezer Curmudgeon
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10-30-2010 02:49 PM #4
Bob,
I really like the use of space in the trunk area. and your door panel picture has me thinking about a hinged box flip-out for a needed secure storage - mine would hinge at the bottom vs yours at the top. Do your latches lock?
Originally Posted by jyardgirl
Roger
Enjoy the little things in life, and you may look back one day and realize that they were really the BIG things.
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10-30-2010 05:21 PM #5
These are a fairly common upholstery item. The spade portion that mounts to the panel rotates, it fits through a hole in the portion mounted to the flap. It's a quarter turn to latch, then can be turned either back or forth another quarter turn to allow the flap to clear, then repeat to latch, no lock. If you wanted something that locks you may have to go to something that resembles a suitcase or attache' latch.Your Uncle Bob, Senior Geezer Curmudgeon
It's much easier to promise someone a "free" ride on the wagon than to urge them to pull it.
Luck occurs when preparation and opportunity converge.
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10-30-2010 06:33 PM #6
i get some pictures for you in the morning roger.BARB
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