Plylining Or Use Existing Panels? Which Is Best?

[Farnorthsurfer]

A purely personal opinion would be that 6mm is too thick and mdf is not waterproof but sure if it works for looks or modifications why not

 

[T6Kombi-exec]

I spoke to a local converter and he said he uses 6mm MDF instead of ply, any opinions on this?

I work regularly with MDF panels and unless it is sealed correctly (a very long and labour intensive job) it will swell with the moisture in the air over a period of 3-5 years (much quicker if it is in humid environment or if repeatedly gets wet). That said they are far smother, easy to finish neatly, very strong and cheap.

 

[eclipse]

I always make new panels using 3mm ply ,use the original panel as a template and using plastic inserts like these
eBay item number:
251707545255

I also use B&Q silver insulation on the back of it ,this gives it a sound deadening and thermal quality .
ThermAll Bubble insulation roll, (L)7.5m (W)0.6m (T)4mm

I have used this in my T5.1 camper and 2 T6 vans now and works great,the new panels have stretch carpet on the front and the silver insulation stuck to the back of the panel using the trim spray glue.

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Looks great. Are those aftermarket covers for the rear wheels too?

 

[Johnod17]

Looks great. Are those aftermarket covers for the rear wheels to

Have them in the T5.1 and T6 from Van style

Stops the arches getting damaged.