Replacement carpet assistance
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From: Casselberry FL
Replacement carpet assistance I want to replace the OEM carpet in my '98 Z28. The original is worn under the pedals and years ago I removed the mass backing from the rear up to the rear mats.
I still have the OEM factory radio setup, and have considered replacing that sometime afterwards, I mention that in case it affects the decision for the vibration deadening. Not looking for a competition setup or big bass, just decent fidelity which won't cause me to have to add a lot of weight to dampen the rattles/vibrations caused by the sound.
Goals for the replacement carpet solution:
- Matches factory gray as close as possible
- Similar pile to OEM
- Doesn't shed 'fuzzballs'
- Same exact size (goes over the rear axle like OEM)
- Driver heal pad would be nice
- Minimize NVH (noise, vibration, heat)
- Do not want to use spray adhesive for carpet install
- Minimum additional weight gain over OEM carpet for the entire solution (including any mass backing, sound deadeners, etc)
- Don't want a lot of huge PITA side effects regarding installation/fitment
To minimize NVH & weight gain, I'm not sure what a good balance would be. In the end is it better to get thin carpet and apply DynaMat, QuietRide, HushMat, etc or to get a carpet with mass backing? Or combine mass backing with one of those NVH deadeners (and then will it be too thick to easily install)?
Appreciate the feedback on the best compromises.
I still have the OEM factory radio setup, and have considered replacing that sometime afterwards, I mention that in case it affects the decision for the vibration deadening. Not looking for a competition setup or big bass, just decent fidelity which won't cause me to have to add a lot of weight to dampen the rattles/vibrations caused by the sound.
Goals for the replacement carpet solution:
- Matches factory gray as close as possible
- Similar pile to OEM
- Doesn't shed 'fuzzballs'
- Same exact size (goes over the rear axle like OEM)
- Driver heal pad would be nice
- Minimize NVH (noise, vibration, heat)
- Do not want to use spray adhesive for carpet install
- Minimum additional weight gain over OEM carpet for the entire solution (including any mass backing, sound deadeners, etc)
- Don't want a lot of huge PITA side effects regarding installation/fitment
To minimize NVH & weight gain, I'm not sure what a good balance would be. In the end is it better to get thin carpet and apply DynaMat, QuietRide, HushMat, etc or to get a carpet with mass backing? Or combine mass backing with one of those NVH deadeners (and then will it be too thick to easily install)?
Appreciate the feedback on the best compromises.
I would use ACC. I"m a dealer for them and have used their kits on several different cars. I'm about to install a new kit for my '02 Camaro. Have not installed any for a 4th gen before so I can't give any details on it yet. I would have to guess it's a pretty good kit. You're not supposed to use adhesive when installing carpet. It lays where it is. If I remember correctly you have to glue some insulation to the underside of carpet, not to the floor. Weight wise? It is negligible on eliminating what is provided with what is stock. Thin carpet from where ever and dynamat will be just as heavy if not more so than an OEM style replacement. Some edges are/could be long and simple trimming with scissors is required. Of course, take your time and make sure carpet is laying in the valleys and indentions before cutting. I hope I've helped.
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Please update me here after you install your ACC carpet. Right now I'm considering the options below. I want to verify that the length goes over the rear axle like OEM. What does it mean pad loose in box?
* 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe with Console (Pass & Cargo All In 1pc. No Heel Pad And No Floor Mats. Pad Loose In Box) Cutpile
* 7701 Graphite
* Mass backing
* 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe with Console (Pass & Cargo All In 1pc. No Heel Pad And No Floor Mats. Pad Loose In Box) Cutpile
* 7701 Graphite
* Mass backing
Please update me here after you install your ACC carpet. Right now I'm considering the options below. I want to verify that the length goes over the rear axle like OEM. What does it mean pad loose in box?
* 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe with Console (Pass & Cargo All In 1pc. No Heel Pad And No Floor Mats. Pad Loose In Box) Cutpile
* 7701 Graphite
* Mass backing
* 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe with Console (Pass & Cargo All In 1pc. No Heel Pad And No Floor Mats. Pad Loose In Box) Cutpile
* 7701 Graphite
* Mass backing
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Yes. Actually sold the kit and install to a customer. Gotta buy myself another one. Fit well and covers like factory. Nothing hard about it, just need a little time and finesse when trimming outer edges that go behind/under interior trim panels. Really cleans up the appearance and the weird smell inside goes away. Dont glue carpet to the floor pan. Not supposed to. Find the indentions and shapes that are premolded and lay it in. Let us know how it goes for you.
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Do you happen to know what part number and color code you used? My carpet is worn through under the throttle pedal, and my new mats have melted to the carpet as a result. I don't know what I'm going to find under there... whether other parts need to be replaced to prevent future heat damage, etc.
Do you happen to know what part number and color code you used? My carpet is worn through under the throttle pedal, and my new mats have melted to the carpet as a result. I don't know what I'm going to find under there... whether other parts need to be replaced to prevent future heat damage, etc.