[Z06] Best sealing partition?
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Le Mans Master
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From: West Virginia
Best sealing partition?
SIAP.......But..... Thinking of buying a partition while up at Carlisle next weekend....Of the Z06 Owners on this Forum....Over the years, what in your opinion, is the BEST Partition for the $$$...?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Puyallup Washington
The one you make yourself.
I made my own from Melamine and covered it with Corvette carpet. It is relatively easy.
First, figure out exactly where you want it to sit.
Second, make a paper pattern that fits well.
Third, make a cardboard pattern and adjust it until it is exactly what you want, then trim it down a bit to allow for the thickness of the carpet.
Fourth, cut out the real one and test fit it. Adjust the size if necessary.
Fifth, cover it with carpet. If you did it right it will be a very tight fit when pushed into position. It will not need any snaps or Velcro to hold it in place. The tight fit will help cut down on noise transmission.
I also made a package tray to fit in front of the partition to hold CDs. drinks, etc.
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First, figure out exactly where you want it to sit.
Second, make a paper pattern that fits well.
Third, make a cardboard pattern and adjust it until it is exactly what you want, then trim it down a bit to allow for the thickness of the carpet.
Fourth, cut out the real one and test fit it. Adjust the size if necessary.
Fifth, cover it with carpet. If you did it right it will be a very tight fit when pushed into position. It will not need any snaps or Velcro to hold it in place. The tight fit will help cut down on noise transmission.
I also made a package tray to fit in front of the partition to hold CDs. drinks, etc.
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Burning Brakes
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: West Virginia
Could be happier? Or couldn't be happier....?
The supplier you mentioned has a nice looking partition, but sorta pricey...
.... Heading to Carlisle next weekend, may wait to see whats there...
The supplier you mentioned has a nice looking partition, but sorta pricey...
.... Heading to Carlisle next weekend, may wait to see whats there...
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2012
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yes couldn't be happier 
