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Forum Name: Fiberglass, Fabrication, and Interiors
Forum Discription: Fiberglass Kick Panels, Subwoofer Enclosures, Plexiglas, Fabrics, Materials, Finishes, etc.
URL: https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=42490
Printed Date: May 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM


Topic: custom console

Posted By: doc t
Subject: custom console
Date Posted: November 08, 2004 at 7:39 AM

Godd morning all;

  My next project for my chevy venture, i was wondering how much space should i account for the fiberglass to take up. if i have 10 inches of total space how big should the skeleton be before the fg?

The console will be for the front between the driver/passenger seats and go all the way to the front dash, 10" is a hypothetical measurement. it will have cup holders and a switch panel incorperated into it

Should i use mdf or just frame it with 1x1's or something simillar and make it look like an interior house wall?

I've seen a lot of consoles made with mdf then glass over the top, is this the way to go?

With the strength of the fiber glass(about 6-7 layers) would hard board be good?

For now that is all the questions i can think of will post more as they come up.




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Posted By: ODLeon
Date Posted: November 08, 2004 at 8:47 PM
if its mainly flat surfaces, use mdf. FG is not that strong when its flat. also, the fg will take ~ 1/2" to 3/4" depending on how many layers and what type of mat or cloth you use.



Posted By: doc t
Date Posted: November 09, 2004 at 5:09 AM
cool, thanks a lot, it really helps.posted_image


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