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Weiss · 02-10-2017, 01:29 PM

I have searched but haven't found a thread discussing lining the outside storage compartments with felt, rubber, or some other material. Have others done this? Pros/Cons? Advice?

rk911 · 02-10-2017, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Weiss

I have searched but haven't found a thread discussing lining the outside storage compartments with felt, rubber, or some other material. Have others done this? Pros/Cons? Advice?

to what end? insulation? to guard againt dings and dents? I cut pieces of heavy cardboard to fit the floors of my exterior compartments to protect against spills, dirt, crud, etc.

Flyerone · 02-10-2017, 03:38 PM

I am interested also, my storage compartments are just hard plastic and stuff slides all over the place.

Weiss · 02-10-2017, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by rk911

to what end? insulation? to guard againt dings and dents? I cut pieces of heavy cardboard to fit the floors of my exterior compartments to protect against spills, dirt, crud, etc.

Keep things from sliding around, quiet it down, & look neater. Mine are all sheet metal.

4x4van · 02-10-2017, 07:50 PM

Mine are carpeted, floors and sides. OEM.

rk911 · 02-10-2017, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 4x4van

Mine are carpeted, floors and sides. OEM.

yeah, carpet remnants or indoor-outdoor carpeting might work for the OP.

Weiss · 02-11-2017, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 4x4van

Mine are carpeted, floors and sides. OEM.

Is the carpet glued in or attached some other way?

4x4van · 02-11-2017, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Weiss

Is the carpet glued in or attached some other way?

Glued

deandec · 02-11-2017, 10:09 AM

OEM glued grey carpet to all surfaces.

Another surface to vacuum once a year, but cannot imagine not having the feature.

4x4van · 02-11-2017, 10:11 AM

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OEM glued grey carpet to all surfaces.

Another surface to vacuum once a year, but cannot imagine not having the feature.

Agreed; only way to go.[emoji2]

BnB · 02-11-2017, 10:30 AM

I picked up some thin rolled rubber I think I purchased at Tractor Supply - they sell it be the foot. I also used some of the rubberized truck bed spray and or truck bed liner spray on (both are Rustoleum products) with pretty good results. A piece of carpet on top of those products is the best because it stops the carpet from sliding.

rapid rick · 02-12-2017, 01:26 PM

I lined my entire basement and roto cast cargo holds with eco-fiber rug padding 1/2" thick, from rug padusa.com. This is the same padding that is used under all auto carpets for it's insulation and sound deadning capabilities. They will cut the pieces to your sizes which saves a lot of time.On my coach the basement bays go across to roto cast cargo areas on each side, I had them cut pieces to my desired width and leanth so that each end folds down into cargo hold on each side, then I cut pieces to fit sides and bottom of roto cast cargo holds. I used 3-m spray glue to hold sides to rotocast cargo holds and left bottom pieces loose so they can be removed if they get wet or dirty. This padding has a coarse side and a soft side,I installed it with coarse side exposed as it is very durable and holds up very well to the abuse of sliding chairs etc in and out. Since doing this the basement is much warmer and holds the warmth longer, has made the ride quieter and the cargo stays put. I had a heat duct that went to the basement that I have rerouted because the basement actually was getting too hot, and staying hot, now in cold weather I have a small electric heater in the vaccum generator bay which is across from wet bay and has black, gray,and fresh water in centerline area so the area is very easy to heat. I did not use eco fiber in wet bay,instead I put armoflex rubber sheeting in there, keeps that area warm, and pieces can be easily removed and washed. total cost if I remember correctly was about $150.00 for padding and a couple cans of spray glue at about $20.00. This eco-fiber pad is made from new carpet scrap from mohawk co. and is heat bonded into shape. I was going to cover the pad with gray/cheap carpet from lowes but decided it was not necessary. Hope this info helps.

Betr2Trvl · 02-12-2017, 04:49 PM

Tractor Supply has several types / thicknesses of "stall mats" that may work. If you go to a store, ask for help, as they are often stored outside.

I cut up a thick one to use as a soft jack pads (to protect pavers or decorative concrete) which was a lot of work with a razor knife. The thick one is proably a bit much for basement lining........

Regards

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FIRE UP · 02-12-2017, 07:24 PM

Well Gang,
Mine are all carpeted from the factory too. I took it one step farther. I kind-a like my stuff a bit organised so I can find it when I want it. So, a few home made brackets, some store bought ones and, you see what you see. Just makes for easier camping/traveling. When you want a tool, some WD-40, trans oil etc., you know exactly where it is.
Scott