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I can't comment on the driver's side yet, but on the passenger side I also have a small area where the carpet isn't lying completely flat due to the backing. You can see this area in post #17 in my second photo.
Hello,
Perhaps some judicious use of a heat gun / hair drier would help the backing on the carpet to relax and conform to the shape of the floor..
Regards,,,,
How does the thickness of your new insulation compare to the original jute and rubber?
Unfortunately I can't compare because I've thrown the old one away some time ago because it smelled so bad. Also I restored the whole car and it took me some years so it is long gone.
But from Alan71 photos of original carpet I can see that these reproductions are not as original and have more jute backing then original or should I say in more places.
Alan71 that is one great reply with great information.
Yes the issue is that the new carpet has under carpet insulation all over and that makes it a little bit difficult to install.
But I managed to get it installed and test fitted the rear window storage tray and it fits nicely and it hinges just fine.
I also managed to test fit the rear compartment and will post the info in the next days.
For "glueing" the carpet I used just 2 sided carpet tape on most "problematic" areas. Everywhere else the carpet is sitting nicely on its own and the interior trim will hold it in place as well.
Short update from me. I had the same problem with my ACC carpet T-section for the 72. I think, they sell the same T-section from 71-75 that isn't correct. I complained to ACC and the vendor (Rockauto) that this is incorrect and provided them with the correct information of the t-section. My complaint was taken seriously and I received confirmation shortly afterwards that they would send me a new T-section. A really good support from both!
After comparing it in the living room, which already looked very good and laid them the last few days, I installed the carpet today to test it out, and it fits really well and much closer to Alans pics.
And the work continues.
Took me quite some time to get a nice install of the seat tracks.
I believe the next step is the handbrake console installation and trimming the carpet under the center console for nice fit and then further to center dashboard installation.
And of course the sill installation and so on.
My carpet installing goes on, mostly done. I other words test fittet and cutted without any glue.
Only one question, Is there a trick to fit the rear bulkhead flat in? Mine makes some small ugly waves.
Laying the carpet over the edges works realy well. On left and right there is a small notch where the carpet snaps in. I let them sit for a few days for forming.
Hello,
What you've done looks very. very good.
As far as the bulkhead behind the seat goes I think you should wait a week or two to see if it flattens some on it's own.
If it doesn't, a very sparing amount of glue might be needed.
Again.... looks terrific!!!
Regards......
You might find that you'll need to enlarge the opening cut into the carpet for the rear of the transmission tunnel.... but wait so you'll be sure that's needed.
You'll want to be positive the e-brake console will cover it completely.
Thank you Alan! It is a great honor for me to hear this from you. Your restoration is my greatest inspiration, and your help and information here are invaluable.
Today I done the seat rails with a needle, a ale, a small welding torch and soldering iron.
Your carpet fits so much nicer then mine around the seat tracks.
Looks like some fitting is required on mine.
Do you cut the carpet arround? This makes a big difference. It is important that the carpet is not too tight. Also I use a heater core in the car to warm up the carpet to help them set. Before I put the carpet in the car, I let them expand in a warm livingroom for maybe 2 weeks.
Thank you Alan! It is a great honor for me to hear this from you. Your restoration is my greatest inspiration, and your help and information here are invaluable.
Today I done the seat rails with a needle, a ale, a small welding torch and soldering iron.
You had a BEER while you did the seat rails? That sounds like me!!
Just kidding, I know it was just a typo
Your carpet looks great. I hope I can do as fine a job as you when I get to it...
For all people I removed the most of the glued jute from the ACC carpet. The only jute were I leave was the big one under the front driver and passenger carpet. The small ones on the side at the front carpert were also removed.
My underlayer is a mix from Alubutyl and the ACC sound deadner (the jute styl with the black rubber) but I have made some modifications and cuts to it. Nothing is plug & play but works well with time.
For all people I removed the most of the glued jute from the ACC carpet. The only jute were I leave was the big one under the front driver and passenger carpet. The small ones on the side at the front carpert were also removed.
My underlayer is a mix from Alubutyl and the ACC sound deadner (the jute styl with the black rubber) but I have made some modifications and cuts to it. Nothing is plug & play but works well with time.
OK now I get it. I left everything as it was and in some places the carpet is so thick because of jute that it gives me pain in the butt. But I hope it will form once I get the car out on the sun and drive it a bit.
I just noticed that, sorry, I meant awl. But an ale is also good. 
