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BMSJaX · 05-11-2009, 12:37 PM

Took me a couple hours on Saturday to make the frames, Sat. night to let them dry and 30 min Sun to paint and install. Not too bad and cost me $0!!! Thats the best part! Just used some 1/4 plywood, some 1x2, an old t-shirt and some fiberglass resin.

**slepysal** · 05-11-2009, 02:13 PM

Nice , so you used the t shirt in stead of fiberglass cloth ?

BMSJaX · 05-11-2009, 04:16 PM

ya, I only had enough fiberglass for one but figured doing one fiberglass would be a waste. it didn't dry as hard as it would with fiberglass but the t-shirt works great!

**slepysal** · 05-11-2009, 04:31 PM

any pics of your mold ?

jchav62 · 05-11-2009, 04:50 PM

That's awesome!

BMSJaX · 05-11-2009, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by slepysal

any pics of your mold ?

didn't use a mold but here's how i did it. i used a piece of cardboard to make the template for the base first.

**Corts60** · 05-11-2009, 06:37 PM

Now that's custom right there!

Frizzle Fry · 05-11-2009, 08:14 PM

Just don't kick your kickpanels

With just one layer of cotton they won't take much of a beating. The t-shirt does make a good base for the shape though.

MEANlowGREEN · 05-11-2009, 08:21 PM

I did the same basic thing on mine, used an old t-shirt for shape but then I laid fiberglass cloth strips over it 2 or 3 layers thick. Yours look great. I hope they hold up well for you! Keep up the good work!

BMSJaX · 05-12-2009, 12:32 PM

Ya my buddy said the same thing last night... didn't think about it being too thin. This is my first try and I'm sure I'll redue them at somepoint so next time i'll use the fiberglass cloth over the shirt. now you resin the shirt then each layer of fiberglass, correct?

jgh64pkup · 05-12-2009, 12:43 PM

i did mine with fiberglass i didnt think about a t shirt the fiberglass didnt form to the shape too well so i covered it in carpet

MEANlowGREEN · 05-12-2009, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMSJaX

Ya my buddy said the same thing last night... didn't think about it being too thin. This is my first try and I'm sure I'll redue them at somepoint so next time i'll use the fiberglass cloth over the shirt. now you resin the shirt then each layer of fiberglass, correct?

Correct, I dipped each 2X6 or so strip of fiberglass cloth in resin before applying and then brushed resin over top of each piece as I laid it. You are definitely on the right track, keep up the good werk! You should be able to scuff up what you have done so far then apply fiberglass cloth over top of it. I can't guaranty the two layers won't de-laminate since the old has fully cured but as long as you scuff up the old work I think it should bond well.

joe231 · 05-12-2009, 02:30 PM

any of you guys use the kitty fur? (i think that is the slang anyway)
it is fiber mixed in with resin, think it comes in gallon cans. saw it on tv, they did the fleece or t-shirt stuff then covered it with the kitty fur....

MEANlowGREEN · 05-12-2009, 02:35 PM

I've used it. It works great in certain situations. I would only use it to build shape in this circumstance and similar situations over a base of fiberglass fleece (or an old shirt!) and fiberglass cloth. You generally use kitty hair for the same types of repairs you would use plastic filler aka bondo for, but when you want greater strength than standard plastic filler has.

Oh yeah, true fiberglass fleece is stronger than a resin soaked t-shirt so if that were used you could probably skip straight from fleece to kitty hair. I still doubt I would do it, but I imagine it would be okay.

jgh64pkup · 05-12-2009, 03:14 PM

i have used that type of fiberglass for bodywork it works great
its hard to sand but it lasts longer than the plastic filler

joe231 · 05-12-2009, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MEANlowGREEN

I've used it. It works great in certain situations. I would only use it to build shape in this circumstance and similar situations over a base of fiberglass fleece (or an old shirt!) and fiberglass cloth. You generally use kitty hair for the same types of repairs you would use plastic filler aka bondo for, but when you want greater strength than standard plastic filler has.

Oh yeah, true fiberglass fleece is stronger than a resin soaked t-shirt so if that were used you could probably skip straight from fleece to kitty hair. I still doubt I would do it, but I imagine it would be okay.

that is what I have seen done on several tv car shows....

protrash64 · 05-12-2009, 07:58 PM

Here are the panels I made for the 'burb....they are pretty solid when complete. I used short strand reinforced fiberglass resin for finishing...then some Rage before paint.

MEANlowGREEN · 05-12-2009, 08:00 PM

Great work protrash64! Those turned out great.

protrash64 · 05-12-2009, 08:04 PM

Thanx Mean low!!! It was fun....I may re-do them in the future as I should have placed the speakers a little higher in the panel. No big deal and they work perfectly as planned.

**Captainfab** · 05-13-2009, 12:16 AM

I've not heard of 'fiberglass fleece' before, just cloth and matt. Can it be found in the same places or is it a specialty item?

muddpile · 05-13-2009, 01:27 AM

Fibreglass fleece is I believe regular fleece, which is what I used on my kicks, the same stuff they make jackets and blankets out of. It's thick and dries hard. Lots of nice stuff on here guys!

MEANlowGREEN · 05-13-2009, 05:41 AM

Yes, it is just plain fleece used for molding then soaked in resin. There is no fiberglass in the fleece, I just called it (fiberglass fleece) simply because of it's intended use.

**Captainfab** · 05-13-2009, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by muddpile

Fibreglass fleece is I believe regular fleece, which is what I used on my kicks, the same stuff they make jackets and blankets out of. It's thick and dries hard. Lots of nice stuff on here guys!

Quote:

Originally Posted by MEANlowGREEN

Yes, it is just plain fleece used for molding then soaked in resin. There is no fiberglass in the fleece, I just called it (fiberglass fleece) simply because of it's intended use.

Thanks for clarifying that guys

hAetWagon · 05-14-2009, 12:20 AM

That's awesome. and way down the road...lol

05-11-2009, 12:37 PM	#1
BMSJaX Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Trabuco Canyon, CA Posts: 173	Kick panels I made this weekend Took me a couple hours on Saturday to make the frames, Sat. night to let them dry and 30 min Sun to paint and install. Not too bad and cost me $0!!! Thats the best part! Just used some 1/4 plywood, some 1x2, an old t-shirt and some fiberglass resin. Attached Images __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 a.k.a. Julie Ann H.E.I. cause its better to be pointless

05-11-2009, 02:13 PM	#2
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Nice , so you used the t shirt in stead of fiberglass cloth ? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

05-11-2009, 04:16 PM	#3
BMSJaX Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Trabuco Canyon, CA Posts: 173	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend ya, I only had enough fiberglass for one but figured doing one fiberglass would be a waste. it didn't dry as hard as it would with fiberglass but the t-shirt works great! __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 a.k.a. Julie Ann H.E.I. cause its better to be pointless

05-11-2009, 04:31 PM	#4
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend any pics of your mold ? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

05-11-2009, 04:50 PM	#5
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend That's awesome! __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

05-11-2009, 06:37 PM	#7
Corts60 Just here to tinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Holland, MI Posts: 3,697	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Now that's custom right there! __________________ 78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 73 Chevy C20(Daily)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=852767 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(sold)

05-11-2009, 08:14 PM	#8
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Just don't kick your kickpanels With just one layer of cotton they won't take much of a beating. The t-shirt does make a good base for the shape though.

05-11-2009, 08:21 PM	#9
MEANlowGREEN Registered Asphalt Offender Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Asheboro, NC Posts: 166	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend I did the same basic thing on mine, used an old t-shirt for shape but then I laid fiberglass cloth strips over it 2 or 3 layers thick. Yours look great. I hope they hold up well for you! Keep up the good work! Attached Images __________________ It's not too low unless the tires won't reach the ground anymore! 1963 C10 Short Fleetside Bed Big Back Glass 1974 C10 Short Stepside Bed 1982 S10 Shortbed 350 EFI V8 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=140 http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/MEANlowGREEN http://www.motortopia.com/garage/cars/MEANlowGREEN http://www.myspace.com/jcsmeed

05-12-2009, 12:32 PM	#10
BMSJaX Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Trabuco Canyon, CA Posts: 173	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Ya my buddy said the same thing last night... didn't think about it being too thin. This is my first try and I'm sure I'll redue them at somepoint so next time i'll use the fiberglass cloth over the shirt. now you resin the shirt then each layer of fiberglass, correct? __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 a.k.a. Julie Ann H.E.I. cause its better to be pointless

05-12-2009, 12:43 PM	#11
jgh64pkup Sunburst C10!!! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 2,560	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend i did mine with fiberglass i didnt think about a t shirt the fiberglass didnt form to the shape too well so i covered it in carpet __________________ Gage 1967 C10 Shortbed Stepside

05-12-2009, 02:30 PM	#13
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend any of you guys use the kitty fur? (i think that is the slang anyway) it is fiber mixed in with resin, think it comes in gallon cans. saw it on tv, they did the fleece or t-shirt stuff then covered it with the kitty fur.... __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

05-12-2009, 02:35 PM	#14
MEANlowGREEN Registered Asphalt Offender Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Asheboro, NC Posts: 166	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend I've used it. It works great in certain situations. I would only use it to build shape in this circumstance and similar situations over a base of fiberglass fleece (or an old shirt!) and fiberglass cloth. You generally use kitty hair for the same types of repairs you would use plastic filler aka bondo for, but when you want greater strength than standard plastic filler has. Oh yeah, true fiberglass fleece is stronger than a resin soaked t-shirt so if that were used you could probably skip straight from fleece to kitty hair. I still doubt I would do it, but I imagine it would be okay. __________________ It's not too low unless the tires won't reach the ground anymore! 1963 C10 Short Fleetside Bed Big Back Glass 1974 C10 Short Stepside Bed 1982 S10 Shortbed 350 EFI V8 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=140 http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/MEANlowGREEN http://www.motortopia.com/garage/cars/MEANlowGREEN http://www.myspace.com/jcsmeed Last edited by MEANlowGREEN; 05-12-2009 at 02:39 PM.

05-12-2009, 03:14 PM	#15
jgh64pkup Sunburst C10!!! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 2,560	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend i have used that type of fiberglass for bodywork it works great its hard to sand but it lasts longer than the plastic filler __________________ Gage 1967 C10 Shortbed Stepside

05-12-2009, 07:58 PM	#17
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Here are the panels I made for the 'burb....they are pretty solid when complete. I used short strand reinforced fiberglass resin for finishing...then some Rage before paint. Attached Images __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

05-12-2009, 08:00 PM	#18
MEANlowGREEN Registered Asphalt Offender Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Asheboro, NC Posts: 166	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Great work protrash64! Those turned out great. __________________ It's not too low unless the tires won't reach the ground anymore! 1963 C10 Short Fleetside Bed Big Back Glass 1974 C10 Short Stepside Bed 1982 S10 Shortbed 350 EFI V8 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=140 http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/MEANlowGREEN http://www.motortopia.com/garage/cars/MEANlowGREEN http://www.myspace.com/jcsmeed



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05-12-2009, 08:04 PM	#19
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Thanx Mean low!!! It was fun....I may re-do them in the future as I should have placed the speakers a little higher in the panel. No big deal and they work perfectly as planned. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

05-13-2009, 12:16 AM	#20
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend I've not heard of 'fiberglass fleece' before, just cloth and matt. Can it be found in the same places or is it a specialty item? __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-13-2009, 01:27 AM	#21
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Fibreglass fleece is I believe regular fleece, which is what I used on my kicks, the same stuff they make jackets and blankets out of. It's thick and dries hard. Lots of nice stuff on here guys! __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

05-13-2009, 05:41 AM	#22
MEANlowGREEN Registered Asphalt Offender Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Asheboro, NC Posts: 166	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend Yes, it is just plain fleece used for molding then soaked in resin. There is no fiberglass in the fleece, I just called it (fiberglass fleece) simply because of it's intended use. __________________ It's not too low unless the tires won't reach the ground anymore! 1963 C10 Short Fleetside Bed Big Back Glass 1974 C10 Short Stepside Bed 1982 S10 Shortbed 350 EFI V8 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...hp?albumid=140 http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/MEANlowGREEN http://www.motortopia.com/garage/cars/MEANlowGREEN http://www.myspace.com/jcsmeed

05-14-2009, 12:20 AM	#24
hAetWagon Schlongbed MEMBER (heh)#15 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sacramento Posts: 232	Re: Kick panels I made this weekend That's awesome. and way down the road...lol __________________ 82 Chevy Blazer 4wd.RIP 1965 Chevy C10,350V8 Get it reliable,then puttin' it in the weeds.. "Old truck, all new headaches."

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