flip trunk instructions? also RUST!?
amitykamity
06-25-2004, 01:46 PM
im thinking about making my trunk a flip trunk...anyone have any detailed, instructions with GOOD pictures?
Also, I've tried a few methods to remove rust from my car. I'm out of ideas, the tire well in the trunk is shitted up with it. Anyone got some tips on how to remove it...I'm getting kinda scared im going to end up with holes in my tire well...and getting new sheet metal welded on will be more than I can afford...
HelP!
Also, I've tried a few methods to remove rust from my car. I'm out of ideas, the tire well in the trunk is shitted up with it. Anyone got some tips on how to remove it...I'm getting kinda scared im going to end up with holes in my tire well...and getting new sheet metal welded on will be more than I can afford...
HelP!
GTA
06-25-2004, 02:00 PM
FLIP TOP TRUNK
Materials:
- (2) 3-inch latches, regular size latches will work fine, heavy duty ones just make for more work
- (2) triangular hinges like as pictured in the instructions
- (Approx. 15) Tapered head screws (the ones that could be flushed into the hinges)
Before you begin:
- Take the 2 hinges and bend one side at a 90-degree angle (the length to the bend will vary depending on how wide your trunk bracket is)
- Mark all your necessary holes and pre-drill with a small drill bit (note: always start small and work your way bigger or you will have to end up buying super large screws to use on your mess-up)
- Be sure to read and understand attached picture instructions before starting!!!
1. With trunk open, mark the trunk lid at the top of the stock brackets.
2. Remove your trunk lid by unbolting 4 bolts. Do not remove the stock brackets, only the trunk lid.
3. Attach the flat side of the enclosed hinge to trunk lid below the marked. With the bottom of the hinge facing down.
4. You will have to bend hinge.
5. With help reattach trunk lid to stock brackets using curved hinge. Be sure to pre-drill all holes before mounting new hinge. This hinge will create the fold down effect.
6. Connect enclosed latches about 2 inches from the bottom of the trunk lid. Be sure they are mounted on the inside of the stock brackets.
7. Mark a spot on the stock bracket to drill to allow the latches to latch. Be sure the latch will latch tightly. If it doesn't latch tightly you may have to replace the stock bottom bolts each time you want to fold down you trunk lid.
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/4102trunk2-med.jpg
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/4102trunk1-med.jpg
Materials:
- (2) 3-inch latches, regular size latches will work fine, heavy duty ones just make for more work
- (2) triangular hinges like as pictured in the instructions
- (Approx. 15) Tapered head screws (the ones that could be flushed into the hinges)
Before you begin:
- Take the 2 hinges and bend one side at a 90-degree angle (the length to the bend will vary depending on how wide your trunk bracket is)
- Mark all your necessary holes and pre-drill with a small drill bit (note: always start small and work your way bigger or you will have to end up buying super large screws to use on your mess-up)
- Be sure to read and understand attached picture instructions before starting!!!
1. With trunk open, mark the trunk lid at the top of the stock brackets.
2. Remove your trunk lid by unbolting 4 bolts. Do not remove the stock brackets, only the trunk lid.
3. Attach the flat side of the enclosed hinge to trunk lid below the marked. With the bottom of the hinge facing down.
4. You will have to bend hinge.
5. With help reattach trunk lid to stock brackets using curved hinge. Be sure to pre-drill all holes before mounting new hinge. This hinge will create the fold down effect.
6. Connect enclosed latches about 2 inches from the bottom of the trunk lid. Be sure they are mounted on the inside of the stock brackets.
7. Mark a spot on the stock bracket to drill to allow the latches to latch. Be sure the latch will latch tightly. If it doesn't latch tightly you may have to replace the stock bottom bolts each time you want to fold down you trunk lid.
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/4102trunk2-med.jpg
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/4102trunk1-med.jpg
amitykamity
06-25-2004, 02:03 PM
sweet...and the rustage?
shaddr3
06-25-2004, 04:33 PM
whats a flip trunk? is this for the 4 door civic? If so then nevermind... I've never heard about this before.
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