Yet another storage area

[SpiderJim]

I decided to replace the back seats like a lot of you folks. I also wanted to add a tool/parts storage in the trunk that would be out of the way. Instead of using MDF or plywood I decided to use 5/8" OSB that would be more resilient to moisture just in case. Finish will be Gun Metal carpet to match the rest of my new interior.

Tool/Part bins either side of battery

Center lift out lid. Will be covered in a removable one piece bound carpet to hide my customs smuggling box

[wachuko]

5/8" !! What about weight? That must weight a ton!

[SpiderJim]

5/8" !! What about weight? That must weight a ton!

Nope... Just less than the seats and old boards that don't hold their shape.

[TulsaSpider]

I would think that wood would weigh more...

[So Cal Mark]

it looks good, but in the back seat area with the hump under the lid, will the side areas be accessible or usable? Wouldn't two lids, one on either side of the hump be better?

[SpiderJim]

it looks good, but in the back seat area with the hump under the lid, will the side areas be accessible or usable? Wouldn't two lids, one on either side of the hump be better?

Good point Mark. I made the bench somewhat higher than most and it gives lots of access. The hump actually shallows out more than I thought it would under the bench. Regards weight issues. No difference than the original parts. I only used 40% of one sheet that weighs 80 Lb for the entire sheet. One would think it would be heavier but it is not.

[tbush]

hey can you please send me the diagrams for the storage box in the trunk please? thanks!!

[MNspiderman]

He'd probably have to send you his head if you want a diagram. I'm sure there isn't one. Those are some big pieces there. Unless he has a roll of felt paper he traced them onto before assembly. But I doubt it.

[azygoustoyou]

I've seen a car with one lid in the back seat area. There was plenty of room to access both sides. Looks good Jim. How long did it take you to figure out the patterns?

[SpiderJim]

I've seen a car with one lid in the back seat area. There was plenty of room to access both sides. Looks good Jim. How long did it take you to figure out the patterns?

Thanks... I did the whole thing by eye which is what I normally do when faced with weird curves and changes. Took about three hours start to finish excluding the finish covering. I also lined the inner trunk lid with vinyl using self adhesive velcro to hide the luggage rack screws.

[tbush]

He'd probably have to send you his head if you want a diagram. I'm sure there isn't one. Those are some big pieces there. Unless he has a roll of felt paper he traced them onto before assembly. But I doubt it.

do you have the measurements of everything Jim? Thats what i meant to say

[SpiderJim]

do you have the measurements of everything Jim? Thats what i meant to say[/quote]

Sorry No!.... I had a bit of fiberglass matting around that was stiff yet quite flexible that I made patterns from. Then the final fit by eye.