Hidden clips question
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So got this ply line and see it is much bigger than the standard panel. The hidden clips would surely not reach the holes in the van. Also this requires the panel to be bent, so surely screws to the van must be the best way to fit this panel. This panel therefore fits further away from the wall and thereby reducing van space. If screwing, what screws would you suggest?
This panel also covers the seat belt post, so holes need cutting in. Plus would the seat belt trim fit over the hole after carpeting?
I started to cut it down, but stopped to rethink.
Any advice?
This panel also covers the seat belt post, so holes need cutting in. Plus would the seat belt trim fit over the hole after carpeting?
I started to cut it down, but stopped to rethink.
Any advice?
I think 6mm may be to thick for the hidden clips, I've also had issues with the rear panels using the hidden clips with 4mm ply, they wont stay in on the middle of the rear panel !! so going to rethink and maybe replace the full set of clips with the extra long vw ones.
T6 Dave's Dad
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@Diesel9a1 and @superflyguy, Guys, is it possible to recess these clips in the ply using a Forstner of a spade bit to cut a pocket in the ply. The recess can be plugged if necessary - I'm not to sure how these clips are mounted on the ply whether from the back or front.
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I think you have got a pannel van ply kit .
My ply kit was exactly the same as original hardboard .
I think that's why the clips aren't working ,because the pannel is not fitting into the recess.
Looking at the Kiravans site, it mentions for their side step:
"The Kombi step is 9mm taller than the standard van step and works very well with 12mm ply flooring covered in vinyl placed directly on the metal van floor"
VW Side step - the correct height for ply lined floors.
So in answer to my own question, it looks like I've ended up ordering a poxy van kit instead of a Kombi style kit. I've never read that on any blogs anywhere!
"The Kombi step is 9mm taller than the standard van step and works very well with 12mm ply flooring covered in vinyl placed directly on the metal van floor"
VW Side step - the correct height for ply lined floors.
So in answer to my own question, it looks like I've ended up ordering a poxy van kit instead of a Kombi style kit. I've never read that on any blogs anywhere!
There are three depths of side step, standard van then the kombi step which is a little deeper to accomodate the cushioned rubber flooring thats come in them then the caravelle step is deeper again to accommodate the inset rails that the seats slide on which makes the floor thicker again
4mm is better for side doors and the small seat belt panel ,as 6mm plus carpet looks a bit thick .
@xpfloyd I have pondered getting my router out and routing a 2.2mm depth hole in the 6mm ply and there by making them fit. Might have to go from the outer face of the ply though as from the back would be making the clip length shorter...... unless there are longer ones out there in the market place?
T6 Dave's Dad
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That's exactly what I was getting at. From the outer face and plug after inserting the clips so you have a smooth surface to carpet.
I just used a countersink bit from the face ,the fit perfectly ,I just got a small screwdriver and made sure they were pulled fully through .
Thanks. Ordered them from bolt on bits there
Tried the hidden clips with 6mm ply.
9mm hole,
slightly countersunk the back of the panel
Router on the front by 1.2mm ish and slightly off centre.
Looks not too bad. Not sure what ito will look like with the carpet over the top.
The photos show different attempts, but the bottom right clip on the left pic, is the best attempt.
9mm hole,
slightly countersunk the back of the panel
Router on the front by 1.2mm ish and slightly off centre.
Looks not too bad. Not sure what ito will look like with the carpet over the top.
The photos show different attempts, but the bottom right clip on the left pic, is the best attempt.
I can't see them through my carpet ,if you run your finger over you can only just feel them
