Bill,
I sprang for the molded carpet set from Rimmer Bros. for my '67 Spitfire.
Yes, it's nice, but the carpet fiber itself doesn't strike me as being a
nice as the original loop-type carpeting and the part that would have been
most useful molded (the vertical long, wide piece directly behind the seats)
was NOT molded. It was therefore a bit of a disappointment.
The one thing I DO like about the molded carpet is the backing seems strong
and able to withstand repeated installation/removal cycles.
I'm not saying I'm dissastisfied with my purchase, but I think I'll look a
little harder the next time before spending the cash.
Best wishes,
Jeff in San Diego
'67 RHD Spitfire Mk3 aka "Mrs. Jones"
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----- Original Message -----
From: BillG <wrgingerich@uswest.net>
To: Spitlist <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 04, 2000 2:13 PM
Subject: Carpet
>
> Hello again, everyone.
>
> I've been debating which level of replacement carpet to put in my '74.
> There appear to be 3 variations - "standard", "deluxe", and molded.
Molded
> would be my preference, but the $350 - $400 price tag seems a bit high for
> my current checkbook balance. Is it worth the extra money? I also
remember
> someone on the list had bought a "cut & sewn" set off Ebay, but I don't
> remember hearing if it turned out to be a good deal. Recommendations,
> anyone?
>
> TIA
>
> BillG
> 1FM13696IU
>
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