Complete Interior Removal - Sans Dash

[mankypro]

Complete Interior Removal/Replacement - Sans Dash

Who knew that some of the interior trim was metal? Wild.

So I've removed everything inside but the dash as I'm doing some sound proofing, replacing the rugs, door seals and new seats.

I now have two Libs - that's right baby - two Libs that were stuck under the rug above the shifters . That and about $20.00 in random change that was under the rugs all around the cab. That should help offset all the cabbage I've been putting into this truck.

Anyway. The headliner wasn't that hard to remove. I pulled the fabric off of it - it's still in relatively good shape so I'm going to get some thin foam to glue to the backer and then use spray adhesive to re-attach the cloth.

I've been taking pictures so I'll take more as I proceed and post them here over the next few days.

 

[hesutton]

I now have two Libs - that's right baby - two Libs that were stuck under the rug above the shifters.

I may sound stupid.........but what the heck is a "Lib?"

Heath

 

[mankypro]

http://www.coinfacts.com/double_eagles/double_eagles.html

 

[hesutton]

I figured it was a coin of some sort. Thanks.

Heath

 

[jperecko]

I am doing similar to my truck... I tore out everythign except the door panels and the bulk of the dash. I am cleaning and patching up my seats now but the long term plan is a little ugly compared to yours. I am going to likely just clean off any surface rust and primer or maybe use some kind of bedliner on the floor.

I was also pleasantly surprised that there were a few metal sections among the plastic. I will eventually pull the door and dash panels but I will do that when I am ready to fab up new metal ones. I have some pretty crazy ideas for the dash.

Oh and I also found about $5 in change.

 

[mankypro]

Here's the progress thus far:

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[mankypro]

Just took the headliner to a local shop to have them do it for me, worth my $85.00 to have it done right...

 

[The Warden]

Two questions for you...surprisingly, this is the first time I've ever seen a picture of an extended-cab truck with the trim piece under the half-cab windows removed.

First, how much space is there between the metal and the plastic when the trim's installed?

Second, the metal we're seeing in the picture (that you have covered by the insulation)...is this the inside of the skin metal, or is there a second layer of metal? If the latter, do you have any idea how much space there is between the two pieces of metal?

I'd like to install speakers in there at some point, but I'd rather have the speakers mounted on metal than on plastic, and I've never taken the time to disassemble my interior...any thoughts on the feasibility of this? I've seen installs before, but it seems like they're always mounting the speaker directly to the plastic trim, which I'm specifically trying to avoid.

Thanks! The insulation work looks very good!! I can't wait to hear how effective it is...I really want to do the same on my truck, but $$ and time have kept me from it... Do you plan to insulate the metal above the headliner as well? If so, PLEASE post pictures of how you go about it...

{added on edit} I also see a rear shoulder-belt...was that factory on your truck, or did you install that from a later truck? My truck (also an '84) only has lap=belts, but I have an early-build...maybe they changed it mid-year?

 

[jperecko]

On mine, I only have lap belts... an '84 also.
Concerning the speaker mounting... I THINK that there is a skin layer.. will leave that to mankypro.

But what I plan on doing is building some kind of housing around the speaker whick will protect it... and have the speaker mounted to the metal. Keep in mind I will have virtually no plastic leftover.

 

[mankypro]

First, how much space is there between the metal and the plastic when the trim's installed?

Not much I'd say between 1/8" and 1/4". Certainly no room for speakers.

Second, the metal we're seeing in the picture (that you have covered by the insulation)...is this the inside of the skin metal, or is there a second layer of metal? If the latter, do you have any idea how much space there is between the two pieces of metal?

Second layer - right under the plastic panels, same clearance. Maybe 6" between the metal?

I'd like to install speakers in there at some point, but I'd rather have the speakers mounted on metal than on plastic, and I've never taken the time to disassemble my interior...any thoughts on the feasibility of this? I've seen installs before, but it seems like they're always mounting the speaker directly to the plastic trim, which I'm specifically trying to avoid.

You'd have some heavy cutting to do this isn't thin metal.

Do you plan to insulate the metal above the headliner as well? If so, PLEASE post pictures of how you go about it...

No. I feel the padding behind the headliner board - that fits directly in the 3 recessed areas of the ceiling should be enough.

{added on edit} I also see a rear shoulder-belt...was that factory on your truck, or did you install that from a later truck? My truck (also an '84) only has lap=belts, but I have an early-build...maybe they changed it mid-year?

No these are custom belts I put in for my children's carseats. I may actually weld up some latch points if we have another kid. I'll take some pictures of what I did to get the 3 points in before I insulate that side.

 

[The Warden]

Not much I'd say between 1/8" and 1/4". Certainly no room for speakers.

Second layer - right under the plastic panels, same clearance. Maybe 6" between the metal?

Actually, using speakers recessed into the metal, that sounds perfect. How firm is that 6" number?

No. I feel the padding behind the headliner board - that fits directly in the 3 recessed areas of the ceiling should be enough.

Makes sense for your application...I've got a lumber rack on my truck, so I NEED something beyond the factory padding. The factor padding muted it somewhat, but not enough...

No these are custom belts I put in for my children's carseats. I may actually weld up some latch points if we have another kid. I'll take some pictures of what I did to get the 3 points in before I insulate that side.

Ah, okay...makes sense. Cool idea

 

[mankypro]

here ya go:

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I used the OEM spool bolt spot for the 3-point spool at the bottom.
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[david85]

Looking good, I did the same seatbelt mod on my F150 when I did the cab off resto. A worthy upgrade.

Feels strange seening that interior gutted again since both my trucks have the same body and interior color. The cab is pretty big with the seats removed!

FWIW, I did attempt to insulate the roof of my diesel truck and it really didn't help all that much. I will be very interested in knowing if the insulation you are applyin to the rest of the cab is effective because wind noise is a problem for me.

 

[Cincinnati Guy]

Looks nice. Hey I got the sme exact seat in my truck, and same color.

 

[Agnem]

I've got a standard and extended cab going to scrap soon. If anybody wants any "cutaway" views, me and my Milwaukee Sawzal will be glad to oblidge.