Smithy77 Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 My ex-academy S3 was supplied with all the boot carpet by the previous owner and it has been sitting loose in the boot for a year now. I want to get round to fitting it, and I also wouldn't mind fitting some luggage hooks of some description so I can bungee strap things down to prevent dents in the rear panel.- Firstly, I've read in some of the archives that some people cut the boot floor in half to aid removal when required. Is this a worth while mod? What is under there (other than the fuel tank) / why might one want to remove it regularly?- What is the best stuff to use to adhere the carpet?- What luggage hooks are best, and what would be the best type of fixings to use? - The cowel / cover for the fuel filler neck was loose /rattling and held down with a single screw. I've since removed it, but again, what are the best fixings to use for this? Welcome any tips/suggestions.Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 11, 2015 Member Share Posted March 11, 2015 Firstly, I've read in some of the archives that some people cut the boot floor in half to aid removal when required. Is this a worth while mod?Some members' slide in out and easily, others need help. For the latter surgery should help.What is under there (other than the fuel tank) / why might one want to remove it regularly?Access to the diif for topping up etc, letting more light through when you're underneath... and possibly some of the mysterious rituals of polishers? What is the best stuff to use to adhere the carpet?For carpet backing to ply I'd use Copydex or similar.- What luggage hooks are best, and what would be the best type of fixings to use?Something like this that folds down, but the recessed bit is irrelevant on carpet.http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mp0wXAVbr5G5QBA4g_Ckdng.jpgDo you need any Tool Tubes?Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NedK Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Just on the luggage hooks, I intend to use stainless flush-mounted D-rings. This kind of thing. I want something that recesses out of the way, but doesn't rattle when it's not being used. /sites/default/files/images/users/11790/medium_2507-flush-mount-stainless-d-rings-recessed-stainless-steel-rope-ring_1_640.jpgNed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virden Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 I have doubled my boot floor and built into the lower floor a large shallow tray into which I place tools etc which remain hidden under the top floor. Depending upon model you should have a gap of abour 2.5 -3" into which the tray will hang. I think I had a photo of it in LF about five years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stewart Collier Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 For what it's worth. When the boot floor was removed from my S3 the non return valve on fuel system was fixed to the boot floor. It was plastic and broke. New alloy one fitted to the chassis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 wonders of the world Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 I cut carpet underlay for around the back panel - the thicker felt type not the green rubber bubble sort, used spray tac adhesive to stick in place then the same adhesvice to stick the carpet over the top.Fits neatly add protectection for the back panel and easy enough to remove / replace if you need to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian B Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Get a roll of anti-slip matting and cut it to fit the boot floor.Helps stop thing sliding around on the carpet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Riches Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Be careful of carpet burn with all that sliding around . Nigel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian H Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Does anyone make a CF boot tray? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 12, 2015 Member Share Posted March 12, 2015 To replace the floor and carpet, or sit on top?Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Thanks for all the helpful comments Jonathan - I guess I'll have a go at removing my boot floor before doing it to see how easy it is to remove; hopefully a straight forward task. Also, I have put in an order for two tool tubes in the group buy thread The recessed lashing hooks above are definitely the sort of thing I'm after - thanks for the link Ned. Presumably, when people use these you make full depth cut outs in the boot floor for flush fitting?Stewart - Thanks for the heads up about the non return valve!7 Wonders - It just so happens I'm having new carpet fitted this weekend. I might try and scavenge some underlay off cuts as this seems like a good idea; we're using the 8mm foam stuff. Oh but the added weight?!?!? Ian B - The non-slip matting had already crossed my mind actually. Think I might use this instead of carpet for the floorCheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 12, 2015 Member Share Posted March 12, 2015 The recessed lashing hooks above are definitely the sort of thing I'm after... Presumably, when people use these you make full depth cut outs in the boot floor for flush fitting?I'm lazy and was thinking of fitting them on top of the carpet without cut-outs and without recessing (which slightly changes the preferred design). But cut-outs and recessng would be neater...Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Looking at lashing rings, I think the type linked to above might be a bit on the large side and OTT regarding their duty rating? Not to mention the added weight Would something like this be a bit more suitable? They are not spring loaded but as the ring will be resting on carpet/non-slip mat, do you think they will give any vibration/rattles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 12, 2015 Member Share Posted March 12, 2015 Yes, I'd look for very lightweight fittings. Ship's chandlers are often good for this sort of thing, especially in stainless.Rattles in 7s... sensitivities vary... ;-)Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 I'm very intolerant to rattles!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NedK Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Agreed on the size of the D-rings. Smaller, stainless, but I'm going to seek out spring loaded.There are two varieties - one sits on top, and the other needs to be recessed. Both are flush, to some degree. I'm planning on sit-on-top, to avoid butchering the chassis any more than necessary.Once I've found the right thing (a chandlers is the place), I'll post a proper link/pic.ThanksN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revilla Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 @Jonathan - Pete likes rattles, they imply that the engine has actually started, which is a novelty he's still trying to get used to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian B Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 It just so happens I'm having new carpet fitted this weekend. I might try and scavenge some underlay off cuts as this seems like a good idea; we're using the 8mm foam stuff.I'd suggest foam would be better than the felt type underlay, as the boot can get wet so foam would be less likelt to soak up and retain water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Ned - totally agree with you. Small, stainless, springloaded and flush but non-recessed would be perfect. Difficult to find so far; I'm either finding MASSIVE springloaded ones, or little ones without the spring... keep me posted on what you find!Revilla - you make it sound like my 7 is a heap of junk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Best I've found are these, but they are still recessed and on the bulky side.I'm thinking possibly something like this might be better? OK, yes it will stick up 1/2 inch, but half dozen or so of these around the perimeter of the floor wouldn't really get in the way. At least they most definitely wouldn't rattle, which you couldn't say for certain with springloading types... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel R300 Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Soft bits for sevens make a made to measure boot liner in leather or vinyl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 12, 2015 Member Share Posted March 12, 2015 Dare I ask: has anyone got lights in their boot?Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 LIGHTS No need to take the piss Jonathan....or was that a serious question? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted March 12, 2015 Member Share Posted March 12, 2015 I thought Andrew might have a circuit diagram!:-)Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy77 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Part numbers for the lights too, no doubt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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