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auto foam

Started by tipigirl77, August 08, 2018, 08:14:56 am

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tipigirl77

I have a older model truck set, foam needs to be replaced. Does any one know how that is done?  Do I need to find pre made ones?   where?

65Buick

I would think a pre-molded poly foam would be your best bet. Where to find? I usually begin with ebay and then once I figure out exactly what it is, you can search other vendors.

baileyuph

Depends:

!.  Replacement foam cores (original shape) are not readily available on most older trucks, even if it is -

at a significant expense.

Replacement foam, shaped like factory, if available can be pretty expensive.

Often, I use a foam saw for shaping and professional glue for replacing a smaller area.  Works because
usually the part that needs attention is usually the drivers area.

Wrecking yards sometimes has used parts - but not always. 

If the truck is a collector's item, maybe you can buy a new formed replacement but if cost is
important - you may or may not want to buy new.

Like I said, I repair a lot of vehicle foam using my foam scroll saw and glue to do repairs.

Good luck and let us know how your experience goes.

Doyle