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  1. 04-16-2009 07:34 PM #1
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    Quote Originally Posted by jerry clayton View Post
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    Wow.....they have some VERY nice panels.....But a little pricey!!
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    i still have to do the 50 chevy door s i was going to use 6061 alum about 030 or hair thicker
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    Quote Originally Posted by T42 View Post
    I need to make some door panels for my 51 Chevy. Anyone have any suggestions for making panels to put upholstery on for my doors. I thought of masonite, but I think it would be to stiff. I know they use a heavy cardboard like backing stock, but dont know where to find any. Wadda you guys use??
    I'm currently using the thinnest masonite I could find. Don't use cardboard, humidity will eventually cause it to warp. That's the reason I'm replacing mine now. I'm also using 3M dual lock tape to secure the panel to the doors. Better than velcro. Found some on eBay. Hellovalot easier than using clips which I started to use and got into a nightmare trying to align them.

    If your not wanting to do a whole lotta work then checkout these site.

    EZBoy Interiors
    http://www.rodinteriors.com/panel-upholstery

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    http://www.roddoors.com/index.html
    They sell molded universal panels and all you do is get your fabric and cover them.. They too recommend using the 3M dual lock tape.

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