67 Convertible carpet judging

[Kerry A.]

I'm in the process of restoring the entire interior of my 67 Convertible. What I'm confused about is the carpet underlayment. Unless I overlooked it, from what I've found in the judging manual the underlayment isn't discussed. Is the jute/rubber underlayment all that is required? Thank you in advance for your help.

[Keith B.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

You can't judge what you can't see

[Gene M.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Jute backing was original but as stated you can't judge what ya can't see. I would suggest something less apt to absorb moisture and or order. The more modern under matts are far better if you conceal there use.

[James B.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Besides judging by sight, can something also be judged by touch (e.g. too soft, too hard or too spongy underlayment being detected by lightly pressing the carpet)?

[Gene M.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Besides judging by sight, can something also be judged by touch (e.g. too soft, too hard or too spongy underlayment being detected by lightly pressing the carpet)?

I would suggest the under layment below the carpet will not be densernable "feel" from original to modern optional material.

[Richard M.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Gene, If it smells bad, it's original. I think the judges with crisp noses could tell the difference.

[Kerry A.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Gene, Is there a typical product you would recommend?

[Gene M.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Kerry

I had good results with Nicole 80Milsound deadened sold by Amazon. It's similar to Duramat. Thinner with a sticky backing.

I see Amazon is out of stock. But sure the other brands that are butyl are pretty much the same.

[Gene M.]

Re: 67 Covertible carpet judging

Gene, If it smells bad, it's original. I think the judges with crisp noses could tell the difference.

Rich,
I'm sure most everyone would avoid reusing stinky padding in the Corvette..............