well I submited this to the tech forum, but I thing it is a good idea because:
It is cheap
Functional
and looks good
so here it is......
Cargo Area Armor
Cost:
2? x 4? 16 gauge aluminum diamond plate?$40
4?x6? rubber mat ???????????$65
4x bed anchors???????????...$6 a pair
Hardware??????????????$10
Gasket sealer????????????..$5
Total________________________________$126.00 approximately
Tools Used:
Drill with 13/32? bit
Jig saw with metal blades
Wrench
Hacksaw
File
The Idea was to make my cargo area more sturdy and also a place where I could tie
Down my misc. things, and something that could be easily cleaned up, unlike carpet.
If you can?t part with your subs then this is not a project for you. I hated the rear cargo door and it needed something done with it, as I am sure all 1995 discos are also in need
of.
(1) A piece of diamond plate was purchased from a local metal shop. I then removed the body panel of the rear door. Using the panel as a template I traced around it and cut it with a jig saw. The spot for the inside door handle was also traced out and cut. I did not decide to keep the inner handle because I did not see need for it.
(2) After some filing of the edges I took the cut aluminum to the door and fastened it with some self tapping metal screws. I replaced the door handle flashing and that was it.
(3) The mat is a material that is perfect for a high use area. I knew what I wanted for my cargo area, something thick, rubber, gripping, and durable. I found just the thing in a weight lifting store, or a place that sells treadmills and things of that nature. I picked up my mat for $65, as stated above, and I have a lot left over.
(4) I removed the rear mat and used it as a template, marking out its outline on the rubber. I then measured the rest of the length to extend it under the seats. I cut the mat with a hack saw, only because it was the best tool I had, however it did a good job. I measured and cut slots for the seatbelts, and then fitted the mat.
(5) To install the tie downs I used a 13/32? drill bit to drill the holes, carefully as to not puncture any fuel lines or anything under the body. Using some carriage bolts, washers and lock washers I fastened down the rings. Before tightening I applied some gasket sealer to the top of the washer to seal the hole. I spray painted the underside of the hardware to seal it further.
Things that I could have also done:
You could use some of hi-lifts slide-n-loc bars for your tie downs.
You could also remove the carpet completely.
It is cheap
Functional
and looks good
so here it is......
Cargo Area Armor
Cost:
2? x 4? 16 gauge aluminum diamond plate?$40
4?x6? rubber mat ???????????$65
4x bed anchors???????????...$6 a pair
Hardware??????????????$10
Gasket sealer????????????..$5
Total________________________________$126.00 approximately
Tools Used:
Drill with 13/32? bit
Jig saw with metal blades
Wrench
Hacksaw
File
The Idea was to make my cargo area more sturdy and also a place where I could tie
Down my misc. things, and something that could be easily cleaned up, unlike carpet.
If you can?t part with your subs then this is not a project for you. I hated the rear cargo door and it needed something done with it, as I am sure all 1995 discos are also in need
of.
(1) A piece of diamond plate was purchased from a local metal shop. I then removed the body panel of the rear door. Using the panel as a template I traced around it and cut it with a jig saw. The spot for the inside door handle was also traced out and cut. I did not decide to keep the inner handle because I did not see need for it.
(2) After some filing of the edges I took the cut aluminum to the door and fastened it with some self tapping metal screws. I replaced the door handle flashing and that was it.
(3) The mat is a material that is perfect for a high use area. I knew what I wanted for my cargo area, something thick, rubber, gripping, and durable. I found just the thing in a weight lifting store, or a place that sells treadmills and things of that nature. I picked up my mat for $65, as stated above, and I have a lot left over.
(4) I removed the rear mat and used it as a template, marking out its outline on the rubber. I then measured the rest of the length to extend it under the seats. I cut the mat with a hack saw, only because it was the best tool I had, however it did a good job. I measured and cut slots for the seatbelts, and then fitted the mat.
(5) To install the tie downs I used a 13/32? drill bit to drill the holes, carefully as to not puncture any fuel lines or anything under the body. Using some carriage bolts, washers and lock washers I fastened down the rings. Before tightening I applied some gasket sealer to the top of the washer to seal the hole. I spray painted the underside of the hardware to seal it further.
Things that I could have also done:
You could use some of hi-lifts slide-n-loc bars for your tie downs.
You could also remove the carpet completely.
