Hello all,
A year or so ago I did a build thread on a custom trunk for the TINFISH. It was constructed from wood and fiberglass, covered with foam and ultra leather. Well, I was pleased with the results, especially since I am not an interior guy. However, it has never had the look that I think is best for a Cuda. I say this because the original interior is mostly formed ABS plastic. So.....I decided to see if it possible to make a new trunk interior that would more represent the theme of the original cars interior design.
I am learning as I am going here but thought I would share and see what everyones thoughts were.
The following pictures show the back, sides and front completed. I had an issue getting the seams to fit properly but after a lot of head scratching Captain Morgan threw out the idea of attaching all three panels together~~~ Wa-la~~~ This also made it possible to mount everything and not see any fasteners!!!
![](https://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h332/Mickm33/Cuda/Trunk%20Uphostery/LEFT%20REAR%20ANGLE_zpsvesghzta.jpg)
Here is a shot from the rear left. The picture was lightened via Photoshop as the original was too dark.
Note, the latch cover is not made yet.
![](http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h332/Mickm33/Cuda/Trunk%20Uphostery/RIGHT%20REAR%20ANGLE_zpshjp6tugo.jpg)
Here's one from the right rear. Notice the trunk light switch on the left side panel, rear.
![](http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h332/Mickm33/Cuda/Trunk%20Uphostery/STRAIGHT%20ON%20REAR_zpsdteqobj0.jpg)
This one from the rear shows the original speaker ring still covered in red ultra leather. I am giving thought to finishing it our and painting it black, red or silver. Any suggestions?
Also, the first two pics show a .75" foam pan in the floor, while the third shows the board I cut out.
I am going to get some auto carpet in the morning and look at it both ways to see which I like better.
Then I will address the latch cover. The final item to address will be the hinge openings. My plan it to form some plastic cups that will slide into the openings with a rolled lip and have the whiskers installed inside.
I am very pleased with the results thus far. I think this looks much more in keeping with the original interior design.....and the tighter rear panel offers a few inches of additional room.
Thanks for input and ideas in advance.
Cheers!
Mickm