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So after posting the photos above, I remembered I had an old Distinctive Industries boot stored away somewhere. I've had it for 15-20 years or more but didn't use it since when I bought it there were some whimpy foam pads that were just loose with the boot. I dug the boot out, bought some muslin fabric, a 2' x 2' x 1" foam, and some spray adhesive. I retrofitted the boot with the foam and installed it on the car today. I'm pleased with the result and now have a second boot for my car.

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Foam cut to size.

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Sprayed fabric and foam with adhesive, let set for a few minutes before adhering together.

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I let the glue dry before trimming the muslin fabric.

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Prepped the boot for spray adhesive. Sprayed both the boot and foam pad and let set for a few minutes.

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Foam pad applied to the boot. Press firmly over the entire contact area to promote good adhesion.

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Installed boot looks pretty good!
 

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So after posting the photos above, I remembered I had an old Distinctive Industries boot stored away somewhere. I've had it for 15-20 years or more but didn't use it since when I bought it there were some whimpy foam pads that were just loose with the boot. I dug the boot out, bought some muslin fabric, a 2' x 2' x 1" foam, and some spray adhesive. I retrofitted the boot with the foam and installed it on the car today. I'm pleased with the result and now have a second boot for my car.


Foam cut to size.


Sprayed fabric and foam with adhesive, let set for a few minutes before adhering together.


I let the glue dry before trimming the muslin fabric.


Prepped the boot for spray adhesive. Sprayed both the boot and foam pad and let set for a few minutes.


Foam pad applied to the boot. Press firmly over the entire contact area to promote good adhesion.

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Installed boot looks pretty good!
It looks great. Nice work!
 
when i got my '73 vert 3 wks ago i finally figured out how to install the boot cover. i sure didn't expect it connecting like that. i sure hope it don't flip off on the turnpike.
 

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So after posting the photos above, I remembered I had an old Distinctive Industries boot stored away somewhere. I've had it for 15-20 years or more but didn't use it since when I bought it there were some whimpy foam pads that were just loose with the boot. I dug the boot out, bought some muslin fabric, a 2' x 2' x 1" foam, and some spray adhesive. I retrofitted the boot with the foam and installed it on the car today. I'm pleased with the result and now have a second boot for my car.
I got my "Chuck's Padded Convertible Boot Repair" starter kit ready for my next project... :D Thanks Boss!!!
 

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