1960s Trunk Liner Material 1961

[SteveB3155]

I'm thinking about replacing the trunk liner material in my 1961 Cadillac.  I want to keep the look as original as possible.  The existing material is a gray, burlap type fabric.  I've seen lots of types of material available, but it doesn't appear to be correct.  Any suggestions of a reliable supplier? 

Thanks.

[Clewisiii]

Are you talking about this one. I waited 2 years for this from SMS because they had go make it. I hope they made enough to still have a supply.


Here it is next to my original, dirty. Spare tire cover.

[SteveB3155]

Yup. That's it.  Was there a special order number or something to identify it?  Thanks

[Clewisiii]

No there was not. I just said trunk lining for 61 fleetwood. I don't know if lower trim levels had something different. I know my 61 series 62 had different material on side boards.

[SteveB3155]

Thanks, Carl.  How many yards are needed for the trunk?  And do you know what type of underpadding is used?

[Clewisiii]

I don't know how many yards are actually needed. I just bought a lot. You have the cardboard on the sides, then the thick fiber mat on the bottom. I don't really I know the name of the material, and I have not decided what I am using yet.

[SteveB3155]

I was surprised to find a sample from SMS in my mailbox just a couple days after inquiring via their website.  I was able to order 4 yards via telephone.  They say they have it in stock, and I should get it within 2 weeks. I must admit I'm a bit nervous after reading all the scathing reviews of their customer service.  Their quick response in sending me a sample (and it's a perfect match) gives me some faith that it will all work out.  I'll post when it arrives.

[Clewisiii]

They may have it on hand from the previous order. But don't be to encouraged by quick samples. They have a room of precut samples that they use. They even have precut samples of stuff they are sold out of.

But I know for me a minimum order for manufacture is 300 yards of fabric. So if they had an order that size when I ordered mine they should still have a good amount left.

[SteveB3155]

Well, the 2 weeks was really 4 months, but the material arrived this week.  I'll update when finally installed.

[PHIL WHYTE CLC 14192]

Well, the 2 weeks was really 4 months, but the material arrived this week.  I'll update when finally installed.

You were lucky it was that quick!

[Clewisiii]

Good luck and please share photos of the process and finished product. I will need to do mine after paint. I will make a few spare tire covers with my leftover material.

[SteveB3155]

So, the trunk project is done.  I'm pleased with the final outcome.  I had ordered 4 yards of the material from SMS. It was the right amount, including enough material to make (thanks to my wife's sewing skills) a spare tire cover, which I think really completes the project. Once I started cutting the material, I was able to do it over 4 days (having to stop for Thanksgiving dinner and some social engagements.)

[Clewisiii]

Which model is that. My series 62 does not have carpet wrap on the sides. But my Series 60 did.

[Clewisiii]

I did not get many pictures taking it apart. But I think that I still have all the pieces.

[SteveB3155]

Mine is a Series 62 convertible.  I salvaged the original cardboard sides, and gave them a coat of paint to cover up the scratches.  Same with the cardboard boxes that cover the trunk hinges.