First attempt at door panels

[4Eyedturd]

Off to a decent start on door panels besides the shitty lines. I’m gonna use carpet on the lower section and separate the vinyl and carpet with some trim. The part I’m not sure about is the edge of the carpet section and how to finish it or just roll it under the edge. Maybe make some kind of welting? Any suggestions?

 

[4Eyedturd]

Maybe something like this.

 

[La Hot Rods]

I would use some sort of welting.

 

[425/409ER]

Hell of a lot better then I could do, great work.

 

[4Eyedturd]

Thanks, I’ve found the limits of my wife’s sewing machine so I’m hunting a sturdier one.

 

[4Eyedturd]

Been slowly picking away at the door panels. I had intentions of using screwing the panel at each location the plastic retainers are in the door but after seeing the door panel I’m second guessing it. I’m looking for opinions or advice if I should try to find the original style door panel retainer setup and use it because I’m not sure what was original or just use the screws I have.

The driver panel mostly done and the screws I picked up 2 years ago for this project

 

[skipxt4]

Very nice job, so far.

 

[4Eyedturd]

On second or third thought I may see if I can use those plastic trim push pins that are used on newer cars.

 

[pvs409]

You can buy the metal edge bands with the nails for doors and rear 1/4s.
I bought a set - worked great - they are crimped to the edge of the door boards and will match the factory
plastic sleeves .
I would not use the Philips screws with washers in your pictures they will detract from the look of your panels.
Paul

 

[pvs409]

The screws were only used on the bottom edge of the panels on the doors( 4 places) - buy drilling new holes
Don’t try to match the original screw holes just miss the factory drilled holes when you drill the 4 new holes for your screws.

 

[4Eyedturd]

Thanks Paul, I found the edge pins and plastic catches. The problem with that now is I didn’t plan it that way and how I cut the backing board and wrapped the panel I’d have to pull it apart and cut them to size since they fit on the edge.

 

[pvs409]

The metal door edge bands I am referring to are straight metal edges with nails that match your straight vertical edges
on the front and back edges of your panels

they are not individual pins

you just pull the the door material back and crimp the straight edges to your boards - I had this done to my brand new Ciadella interior factory door panels - then reglued the door material with 3M Spray glue

 

[pvs409]

Here are the metal door edge bands -you don't have to use the bottom of door edge band (it does not have nails)
the front and back ones come with factory nails to match your slots in the doors

Door Edge Metal Bands; 2 Door Models - Ciadella Interiors

This galvanized metal set surrounds the door panel board and has serrated teeth inside to hold the trim vinyl tight. 8 piece set for front doors and rear side panel front edges. 20 door panel nails included as well.

ciadellainteriors.com

New plastic sleeves for oval holes in your doors for the nails on metal edge bands

Fastners 61-4 Impala Door Panel

1962-1964 Impala Door Panel Fasteners, White Plastic Fasteners Fit Inside Of Door, 26 Piece Set

carsinc.com

Paul

 

[pvs409]

Also don't forget these plastic washers that go behind the vent window handles and window handles so handles do not
damage the material on the panels
The vent window handles and window handles have round holes in the panels that are at least 1 inch in diameter

Door or Window Handle Plastic Washer | 1955-57 Fullsize Chevy Car | H&H Classic Parts | 220

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hhclassic.com

 

[63 dream'n]

I love your door panels. I think they look fantastic and I would not use the screws either. They will detract from your look. Nice job.

 

[4Eyedturd]

I love your door panels. I think they look fantastic and I would not use the screws either. They will detract from your look. Nice job.

Thanks! I’ve impressed myself honestly. Finally got to the install and my previous attempt at cleaning and lubing the passenger vent window is biting me in the butt. I botched the removal and install the bottom washer of the regulator and now it keeps popping off. I think I’ve found a replacement regulator locally as long as I don’t fudge it up when cleaning and greasing.