ROCK AUTO CARPET.

[ddpsnake]

Has anyone got there carpet from rock auto,I have look at there site and seen 2 options for me. 1 witch is cheep i like that my guess there is no insulation and option 2 that is way more,that has the insulation.My car need a rug,in the past i have paid 250 Canadian + tax could you share your thoughts.Happy Rocktober to ya.

 

[crahill39]

Has anyone got there carpet from rock auto,I have look at there site and seen 2 options for me. 1 witch is cheep i like that my guess there is no insulation and option 2 that is way more,that has the insulation.My car need a rug,in the past i have paid 250 Canadian + tax could you share your thoughts.Happy Rocktober to ya.

I believe all these companies are getting there carpet from the same source. I didn't get the mass backing because I had Lizard Skin sprayed to insulate things. After installing the carpet I would probably have done things a bit different and went with the mass backing.

 

[Mike67]

Not sure what style or the cosr but be very wary of cheap carpet...it is exacrly that, cheap. It will fray and fall apart in no time.
I would do as much research about it as you can.

 

[ddpsnake]

I believe all these companies are getting there carpet from the same source. I didn't get the mass backing because I had Lizard Skin sprayed to insulate things. After installing the carpet I would probably have done things a bit different and went with the mass backing.

is it too thin without the backing,thinking of removing my backing and reusing it,or just go and buy jute backing.

 

[ddpsnake]

Not sure what style or the cosr but be very wary of cheap carpet...it is exacrly that, cheap. It will fray and fall apart in no time.
I would do as much research about it as you can.

your right,cheep is expensive

 

[multimopes]

Years ago I got replacement carpet for my Ramcharger through J.C. Whitney. They had a good variety and price range and I opted for a custom Logo stitched in! I was quite happy with it!

 

[69bfan]

All of the automotive caret to my knowledge is now an ACC product. They purchased the Trim Parts line back in November of 2016. As to your question in regards to the insulation, the current standard carpet has a modern man made jute material. It is a completely different material than what was originally used in these old cars and is approximately half the thickness.

If you should want to add the mass backing which is standard on the carpeting as used on the modern production cars, then it is approximately a $75 surcharge. The mass backing is a much tighter and makes the carpet more rigid gives it more support. Most of the upholstery shops are going this way as it tends to lay better within the car. But it does take a bit more work to install.

Take into consideration that if you should add the mass backing, the box is heavier and will impact the shipping fees. If your going the route of adding a sound barrier such as Dynamat, then it may not be worth the investment. If your going with no sound barrier, then the shops that we sell to are starting to go the route of mass backing.

One more thing to consider is if your doing a 66 to 70 B-Body with a console, then the console strips are available and you may want to purchase them at the same time. Depending upon who you purchase from, they may allow you to request that the console strips be placed into the larger carpet box. Otherwise, they will be shipped separately adding additional shipping cost to the order.

 

[NJRR]

I bought my carpet from Rock Auto a few years ago for my 70 RR. It was shipped directly from ACC which I believe everyone pretty much does. They were the cheapest of anyone on the internet ( you can google a rock auto coupon too). I got the one with the heavy mass backing. I don't like the idea of glueing a backing (eg Dynamat) on all the metal of my car floors. The carpet fit was very good and there was plenty extra to trim easily and go up the firewall. took me and my son about 4 hours to do the install including removing and reinstalling the bucket and rear seats.

 

[ddpsnake]

I bought my carpet from Rock Auto a few years ago for my 70 RR. It was shipped directly from ACC which I believe everyone pretty much does. They were the cheapest of anyone on the internet ( you can google a rock auto coupon too). I got the one with the heavy mass backing. I don't like the idea of glueing a backing (eg Dynamat) on all the metal of my car floors. The carpet fit was very good and there was plenty extra to trim easily and go up the firewall. took me and my son about 4 hours to do the install including removing and reinstalling the bucket and rear seats.

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nice that is the ticket thanks,coming from a carpet installer nice job.

 

[66383]

Had ACC in a 73 Dart a few years back, nice fitting carpet.

 

[beanhead]

I bought carpet through Legendary, made by and shipped from ACC. Fit like dog crap. If they're going to make everybody's carpet and take over the industry I really wish they'd figure out how to make a more consistent product...

 

[Fran Blacker]

If you need to cut holes poke something through where you want to cut and cut from the underside. I found this neater, my carpet didn't have jute glued to it.

 

[65 3 times]

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I purchased the Ultra Plush Cut Pile with the optional mass backing in a lapis blue for my '65 Sat with a 4 speed floor. The fit and finish of this product is superb. It's very heavy and takes time to get settled in. It has been in 4 years and I still love it every time I get in. (I'm a sucker for plush carpet) I ordered an extra 2 yards to cover a rear seat removal panel that I made and it matched perfectly. Dave

 

[NJRR]

If you need to cut holes poke something through where you want to cut and cut from the underside. I found this neater, my carpet didn't have jute glued to it.

Once the carpet was fully installed and settled in, I poked through the bottom of the car with an awl to make a hole for the seat track studs. Then i just made a small x cut from on top to enlarge it, worked well. For the shifter, i cut from above, small at first then enlarged just enough to have clearance. The shifter boot covered it anyhow. Buddy seat brackets I just made slits from above and they went right over.

 

[MFP]

I would love to know how the postal system calculates its international rates ...
Just had a squint at a new rug for my satellite and the postage costs more than the carpet ? ! ... ok ok ... i get it ... hold on ... ok , here goes ..
....“ Dear Santa .....”

 

[Fran Blacker]

I would love to know how the postal system calculates its international rates ...
Just had a squint at a new rug for my satellite and the postage costs more than the carpet ? ! ... ok ok ... i get it ... hold on ... ok , here goes ..
....“ Dear Santa .....”

Sent a large box to Croatia, 2/3 the weight of a carpet. It was $75 it would be a $125 now. It was sent on a slow boat 2 months to get there and the cheapest way.

 

[Pistol Pete]

I use a soldering iron for the holes. Stinks a bit, but it cauterizes the loose threads nicely.

 

[MarPar]

I use a soldering iron for the holes. Stinks a bit, but it cauterizes the loose threads nicely.

Was just going to say the same thing, Pete.

 

[beanhead]

My unc's trick is to use an old deep socket, like a 3/8 or whatever size you want...put it on an extension and heat the end with a torch(the hand-held propane bottle ones work good)...and it melts right through, making a perfect hole that never lets the threads run. I do like the soldering iron method as it's a little faster, but the 'hot socket' makes a clean easy-to-find hole

 

[ddpsnake]

Great ideas guys.