Thread: Rod Doors....your thoughts

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The RodDoors system is pretty slick. The owner was at Ididit last year for an interior seminar. Just a couple thoughts;

* RodDoors uses .125 sheet ABS plastic. They want in the neighborhood of $90 per panel (not including materials). Someone in your area sells ABS plastic. Buy it direct, to size, for a lot less with no shipping.

* Velcro is velcro. I like the idea. But same holds true. If you must have the 3M stuff, order from 3M or one of their local suppliers.

* Arm rests can be done in numerous fashions, from using doaner pieces from another car, to using the RodDoors pieces. Don't limit yourself to what you see in their catalog.

* The glue used will be the same or similar to what your local trim shop uses. Talk to them and find out what they suggest and get it locally.

* The material does need to stretch. Locating or purchasing locally can be done. It would at least be wise to shop around.

* The one thing you can't duplicate (easily) is the panels embossed with different patterns and designs. If you like their design, you are buying their panels.

* Other stuff, such as foam, can also be purchased locally.

Now all this being said, they seem pleasant to deal with. They also sell a VHS tape explaining the whole process for $30.

Watching the seminar has given me the confidence to attempt the interior trim, with the exception of my seats, by myself. Some things, such as map pockets and under dash covers I'll most likely by from them. Others stuff such as the ABS sheet I'll most likely get from local suppliers. I think the plastic will definitely hold up better than sheet wood, cardboard or other material the may fall apart over time or from possible water (rain) damage.