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I need to make new door and interior panels for my '32. 1/8" thickness. Can anyone tell me what material was used back in the day, and some suggestions as to a good plywood or melamine or whatever is preferable today? Thanks.
1932 Chev 5 Window Coupe
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Water resistant upholstery cardboard is the base of interior panels. You can purchase the board from upholstery supply companies.
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I used 1/8" high density Masonite.... on several vintage vehicles... very strong and can be drilled or sawn easily.... buy it at most hardware or building supply stores...
Last edited by WildernessTruck; 07/24/23 04:49 PM.
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A downside to Masonite is it's not resistant to water. Moisture will soften it quickly.
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1953 210 Sedan
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There isnt many materials that are water resistant in water though most masonite and mdf are resistant enough for inside door card especially with a vynil covering.
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1938 1/2 ton Hope to drive it before I retire
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