Carpet question again...

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Hideogumperjr

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I've been looking at all the comments in the threads regarding carpet purchases and checking out all the links given and was surprised to see the variations in prices.
I read a lot of opinions and from my reading it looks like I would choose the ACC carpet because it just looks good in the pictures, stitching looks nice and much better than some of the others. I checked out some recommended sites like Stock Interiors $138 and Profit Auto Interiors $155 both no shipping added and both of these were not with the mass backing.
I checked a few others pretty much same thing and found one thread saying Rock Auto so I checked there and was surprised at the price for the ACC carpet $118 and $166 with mass backing shipping was $23. So $189 delivered with mass backing.
Seems like a super deal so question is am I missing something here for my 63 dart convertible?
Thanks and good to be back here, I took a hiatus last year with no work on the car but happy to be back into it again.

Cheers to all!
John
 
From Rockauto.com
Loop:
  • Designed to match carpets used in most domestic vehicles from the 50s through 1973.
  • The only carpet in the industry tufted from 80% rayon & 20% nylon.
  • Tufted to a 5/32 gauge loop & contains 24 ounces of yarn per square yard.
  • Dyed using the finest dyes available and tested for ozone, humidity, fading & light fastness.
Mass Backing:
  • Great sound and heat barrier
  • Increases the overall look of the carpet after installation
  • Approximately 45 mil thick EVA material
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the 'mass backing' sounds good, but is that on the entire back? I would be concerned about shaping it to the floor. If it is formed well from the factory I would think that should make it hold shape better and be pretty much a drop-in. Mine was from Trim Parts and was like the thinner one pictured plus had backing pads in footwells etc. it came folded in a box and was definitely not a drop in. No big deal, as many others have written, some time in the sun will allow them to form to the floor. Would be interested to hear about mass backing type from someone that has installed one. Do they fit right 'out of the box' and/or do they take shape when warmed up?
 
Yep good point hoping someone has had some experience with this particular one before I jump on it.
 
I did find this info on StockInteriors.com regarding the mass backing and carpet in general.
Unfortunately I just realized that rockauto sells only convertible 4 speed and 4 door only and does not sell the convertible automatic carpet, :-(
Mass Back vs. Polyethylene Back
What type of backing does the carpet have?
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All custom molded carpets on our website are priced to be made with Poly Back carpeting. This is the same carpet backing that is offered by all discount auto carpet retailers in the aftermarket industry. Poly Back carpet is a more economical option and is the most common option for aftermarket carpet. Stock Interiors also offers a Mass Back upgrade for most carpets, which will provide a heavier, more rigid backing. Please note that the type of backing you chose does not affect the quality of the carpet, nor does it affect the way that the carpet will fit your car.

What is Mass Backing?
Our Mass Back is made of 40mil thick Ethylene vinyl acetate which gives the carpet a dense rubber backing to reduce heat and noise within your vehicle. The Mass Back is aplpied to the back of the carpet and then molded to the correct shape. This Mass Back carpet more closely duplicates the original factory materials for many later model OEM carpets. Because this is an upgraded product, there is a surcharge for this backing, as well as additional shipping costs. In most cases jute padding will be included with the carpet, and may or may not be attached to the bottom of the carpet made with Mass Back, depending on the application. Most items listed will specify these details, or you can contact us for more information.

What is Poly Backing?
Our Poly Back carpet, also known as polyethylene backing is an economical replacement option, with a jute padding bonded to the bottom for comfort. The Poly Back carpet is made with the same quality carpet fibers, but will have a 1/16th inch plastic, more flexible backing than the Mass Backing. Please note that the fit of the Poly back carpet is the same as the mass back carpet.

If you are searching for a replacement carpet with the rigid rubber backing, then be careful when searching on other websites. Most websites make claims of using "OEM" materials, but most do not offer a Mass Back option. Our Mass Back upgrade will give you the quality and satisfaction that you are looking for!

For more information or to place an order for massback carpet please call us toll free at 866-868-4577. Or feel free to send us an email at info@stockinteriors.com
 
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