Cumulus Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 Hello All I am installing new footwell carpets with hardboard backings in my TR5. How are these attached to the footwell? It looks like there are 5 holes in the footwell. Thanks Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike59 Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 Self tapping screws on mine Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rob Salisbury Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 Chromed, domed, countersunk self tappers with matching cup washers on mine. Cheers Rob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
openroad Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 I like where your Bonnet Pull is, stands to reason. Conrad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chilliman Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 59 minutes ago, Rob Salisbury said: Chromed, domed, countersunk self tappers with matching cup washers on mine. Same here... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cumulus Posted October 9, 2022 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 Thanks for the replies all. Chromed self tappers with cup washers it is then! Cheers Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlueTR3A-5EKT Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 Now all you need to do is match the new hole in the hardboard with the hole in the bulkhead end panel. One of these is what I use, but others say make your own. https://www.lasaero.com/products/article/S04KSQ34L Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie D Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 The problem I’ve often found trying to use existing holes with self tappers is that unless you use the right sized screws (As in the same size that came out), or slightly bigger, there is a possibility that the screw will just turn in the hole and not grip, especially if the hole has enlarged a bit when it was originally tightened up or removed. I’ve always drilled new holes exactly the right size for the specific self tapper you have used. Also it’s best not to drill through the carpet but use a punch. Drilling can (and often does, in my case) cause threads to be picked up on the drill end and pull a line out of the carpet. I also prefer this type of cupwasher (personal choice.) Charlie. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave McDonald Posted October 9, 2022 Report Share Posted October 9, 2022 6 hours ago, openroad said: I like where your Bonnet Pull is, stands to reason. Conrad. I’ve fitted one there on my TR5 restoration, following advice from the Cornish guru Stuart. Just need to cut the side board to suit around the new bracket. Dave McD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
openroad Posted October 10, 2022 Report Share Posted October 10, 2022 Mine is there Dave, far easier to pull. Have one of those safety ones fitted too....just in case. Conrad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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