Where is the best place to start?

[mally002]

I was going to start installing the new vinyl today, and did a quick dry fit of all the pieces. Where should I start? Should the trans tunnel diamond go on first or the piece behind it.

Also, and yes I'm thinking easy......but in the rear on the strut area and wheel wells can the new vinyl go over the old?? I was going to pull it off unless it doesnt matter, I was thinking it might provide more noise buffer but didn't know if it would adhere very well....what do you think.

In looking at this project I was thinking it wouldn't be that difficult, but now I'm worried I may screw up the new vinyl...any tips.....

Thanks guys,

Randy

[xray]

Hi Randy,

Put the trans tunnel vinyl on first, then the luggage riser. The rear hem of the trans tunnel is not as "finished" appearing as the luggage riser trim. DEFINITELY remove the old vinyl. I would use some adhesive remover to get rid of the remnant adhesive from the wheel wells before re-applying.

Good luck,

Steve

[hls30.com]

The last pieces should be those with finished seams-they will cover the unfinished seams on the other parts. On the factory setup the tunnel was installed first, then the rockers, and the piece on the riser behind the seats was last-as it was the only piece with finished seams. Carpet came after the vinyl.

Will

[xray]

/golf clap

Well done, Will...two identical replies at the exact same time.

Kudos.

Randy,

I would not try to add "noise control" type materials to the rear wheel wells. The vinyl is cut to be form-fitting, so if you expand the wheel wells by adding Dynamat et al you may not get it to cover the top at the strut tower or other sharper corners/creases as well. I did put some Damplifier from Second Skin Audio inside my rear quarter panels and it provides a substantial noise reduction from wind and road without hampering the exhaust sound....

FWIW,

Steve

[mally002]

Thanks guys,

I really appreaciate the help.