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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Rear Trunk Carpet
Posted by: jim_hoyland Sep 5 2018, 06:46 PM
I looked at the 914Rubber offering:
https://shop.914rubber.com/914-Rear-trunk-carpet-914RTC.htm?categoryId=-1
Two question:
1. Is a foam pad that goes under the carpet available
2. How close is the 914 Rubber pad to original ?
Already bought the front trunk pieces and really impressed with the quality
Posted by: Lucky9146 Sep 5 2018, 06:58 PM
I looked at the 914Rubber offering:
https://shop.914rubber.com/914-Rear-trunk-carpet-914RTC.htm?categoryId=-1
Two question:
1. Is a foam pad that goes under the carpet available
2. How close is the 914 Rubber pad to original ?
Already bought the front trunk pieces and really impressed with the quality
Thanks for bringing this up Jim, seems I recall a tread with information on the pad awhile back but have not been able to find the darn thing again
. So I was recently wondering the same thing myself is one available?
Posted by: jim_hoyland Sep 5 2018, 07:43 PM
Mark or Matt should chime in.
Posted by: Larmo63 Sep 5 2018, 10:36 PM
The original black foam pad AND carpet are form fitted to the architecture of the rear trunk floor.
They stamped them at the factory to fit snug. I'd try to find a good clean original, unless the new ones are stamped/steamed/fitted (?)
Posted by: ConeDodger Sep 5 2018, 10:41 PM
I replaced mine. But what I did was called Mark and asked him to make me custom peice, matching the interior.
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Posted by: RickS Sep 5 2018, 11:07 PM
I spot treated my old one and threw it in the washer with detergent and it came out looking like new.
Posted by: Lucky9146 Sep 5 2018, 11:52 PM
I replaced mine. But what I did was called Mark and asked him to make me custom peice, matching the interior.
Your carpet looks great but re read the first post from Jim he is asking about the pad underneath the carpet, just trying to help and clarify.
1. Is a foam pad that goes under the carpet available
Posted by: Mikey914 Sep 6 2018, 05:02 AM
Foam pad goes under the carpet. We have not made it yet. Working on a molded piece in correct "yellow" foam. It's a prtty simple process, just need to get it off the list.
mark
Also we are starting to add the tire tie down grommet.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Sep 6 2018, 05:10 AM
Foam pad goes under the carpet. We have not made it yet. Working on a molded piece in correct "yellow" foam. It's a prtty simple process, just need to get it off the list.
mark
Also we are starting to add the tire tie down grommet.
Will the tire tie down grommet be on my coming order ?
Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 6 2018, 06:24 AM
Foam pad goes under the carpet. We have not made it yet. Working on a molded piece in correct "yellow" foam. It's a prtty simple process, just need to get it off the list.
mark
Also we are starting to add the tire tie down grommet.
Mark, I would like you to make one that is made out of a better material, more sound and heat reflective, insulation but not water absorption, like the 1/2" dynapad for trunks - could you cut it with your pattern to fit under the stock carpet, if so i would like one! for the trunk it would make sense to have a reflective surface due to heat transfer from the motor and transmission and exhaust under it.
Phil
Posted by: Mikey914 Sep 6 2018, 06:30 AM
Easily done. Will not get to til this weekend, but I'll post up some pics Sunday.
Mark
Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 6 2018, 06:32 AM
Easily done. Will not get to til this weekend, but I'll post up some pics Sunday.
Mark
super! send the first prototype with Matty to the Okteenerfest , we can display it in my Car
Posted by: jim_hoyland Sep 6 2018, 06:51 AM
This is sounding good ! Let us know when the full rear carpet and foam pad are going to be available together 
Posted by: DRPHIL914 Sep 6 2018, 06:53 AM
This is sounding good ! Let us know when the full rear carpet and foam pad are going to be available together
Jim, AA makes a very nice later reproduction with the foam core. it looks very original and is nice fit . I just want a better product for the insulation value.
Phil
Posted by: Jamie Sep 6 2018, 11:30 AM
Foam pad goes under the carpet. We have not made it yet. Working on a molded piece in correct "yellow" foam. It's a prtty simple process, just need to get it off the list.
mark
Also we are starting to add the tire tie down grommet.
Mike, the original foam pad is black and about 1/2" thick, I've never seen an "original" yellow pad?
Posted by: rstover Sep 6 2018, 02:30 PM
Here are some picture of the trunk pad which I believe to be original. Not sure what the original color of the foam was but it looks grey now with a hint of green tinge. The thickness of the foam is maybe about 1/4 inch, but if I were guessing it is maybe the same as the top dash pad foam.
Posted by: Lucky9146 Sep 6 2018, 06:42 PM
This looks to have been an original one in the 914 on BAT today that DNS
Check it out, unless of course it is a repop of some sort. 
Hope this helps.
Posted by: ConeDodger Sep 6 2018, 06:45 PM
I replaced mine. But what I did was called Mark and asked him to make me custom peice, matching the interior.
Your carpet looks great but re read the first post from Jim he is asking about the pad underneath the carpet, just trying to help and clarify.
1. Is a foam pad that goes under the carpet available
Yes. I’m referring to Mr. Whitesell’s willingness to make something custom if you ask...
Posted by: Larmo63 Sep 6 2018, 06:55 PM
The foam pad in my '73 car is black as I recall and, it covers the whole area.
I guess I need to post pictures.
Posted by: drem914 Sep 11 2018, 08:15 PM
The foam pad in my '73 car is black as I recall and, it covers the whole area.
I guess I need to post pictures.
Lawrence i think we have te same thing, a 1/2" foam pad that has a a vinyl cover on it.
The notches are to fit around the jack straps
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Posted by: SO.O.C914er Sep 11 2018, 08:44 PM
Your right Larmo my 73 back pad is black and covers the whole bottom area.
Posted by: scallyk9 Sep 11 2018, 09:01 PM
The foam pad in my '73 car is black as I recall and, it covers the whole area.
I guess I need to post pictures.
Lawrence i think we have te same thing, a 1/2" foam pad that has a a vinyl cover on it.
The notches are to fit around the jack straps
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That is the pad I've been looking for. Two of them for my 1974. I've got original carpets but no pads.
Do these appear to be watertight. I think moisture is the reason a lot of the original pads are missing.
Posted by: rhodyguy Sep 11 2018, 09:25 PM
Sponges.
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