Wool vs. "standard" carpet

[lippy]

Originally Posted by fordracing65

Just think if he can't decide between single or double roll bars...

It is true that every aspect of my build receives this level of scrutiny. I told Peter at ERA this morning that his job isn't easy. But the roll bar decision was an easy one.

[Bernica]

Originally Posted by fordracing65

Just think if he can't decide between single or double roll bars...

Waiting for the solid vs hydraulic cam debate next!

[xb-60]

Originally Posted by lippy

I spoke with a few different carpet suppliers. They mostly agreed that black Wilton is likely to fade in the sun, and velour may be a good upgrade from standard nylon. Fading shouldn't be a problem with the velour.

The cost for velour is $99/yard (60" wide), the cost of the Wilton III is $105/yard (42" wide), and nylon is typically about $50/yard (width varies). I ordered samples.

Do you think velour would look out of place on this type of car?

As a comparison, how much per yard is the good quality nylon from ERA?
Cheers,
Glen

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by lippy

They mostly agreed that black Wilton is likely to fade in the sun, and velour may be a good upgrade from standard nylon. Fading shouldn't be a problem with the velour.

Trust me. They will ALL fade in the sun eventually. The better question is how often will you drive and leave the car in the sun over the next decade or two?

Just my personal opinion, but it comes from someone who over-thinks every decision, I think you're over-thinking this decision.

Both Wilton wool and nylon will look great in your car and will last approximately the same amount of time. You'll probably sell the car long before fading ever becomes an issue. The question is. Do you want to spend $1,000 or whatever.

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by lippy

Do you think velour would look out of place on this type of car?

Umm... Yes.

Originally Posted by Bernica

Waiting for the solid vs hydraulic cam debate next!

I thought we had this already. I don't recall

Lippy FWIW - I enjoy your agonising decision making posts.
Obviously, so do others... Who would have thought 5 pages on wool vs nylon.

Ps.
My vote is nylon.
Wool smells when wet & isn't twice as good/nice considering its over twice the price. Further, I'll bet most wont beable discern the difference.

[lippy]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

Trust me. They will ALL fade in the sun eventually. The better question is how often will you drive and leave the car in the sun over the next decade or two?

Just my personal opinion, but it comes from someone who over-thinks every decision, I think you're over-thinking this decision.

Both Wilton wool and nylon will look great in your car and will last approximately the same amount of time. You'll probably sell the car long before fading ever becomes an issue. The question is. Do you want to spend $1,000 or whatever.

Yes, they all will fade - eventually. I have a '62 Vette with nylon/black that I replaced 10 years ago, and it hasn't visibly faded yet. Two guys that sell these carpets each told me that, for my use (drive it to work 2-3x per month and park it in the NoCal sun, plus weekend driving), they wouldn't recommend black Wilton because they think it will begin to fade soon. They each recommended velour as a higher-quality alternative to nylon. I'd like to go with the Wilton but if it will be green in five years it's not worth it.

*Of course* I/we are over analyzing this decision. That is what I thought this forum is for, and why I don't even mention these things to my wife. Agonizing over these decisions is sort of fun for me, and I usually end up pretty happy with my choices and not regretting them. I'm going to get the samples and make my decision then. In the meantime, it looks like my car is going to leave ERA tomorrow or Wednesday and I should have it in a week +/-.

[DanEC]

Originally Posted by lippy

In the meantime, it looks like my car is going to leave ERA tomorrow or Wednesday and I should have it in a week +/-.

That's exciting Lippy. I will be looking forward to mucho pictures of the event.

Dan

[tkb289]

Agonizing over these decisions is sort of fun for me, and I usually end up pretty happy with my choices and not regretting them. I'm going to get the samples and make my decision then. In the meantime, it looks like my car is going to leave ERA tomorrow or Wednesday and I should have it in a week +/-.

lippy,

Going over each and every detail is half the fun, along with getting comments and suggestions from the peanut gallery. I went through the same thing when deciding how to set up my ERA, I started a thread or two to ask questions … just ask RodKnock !!

After a while it's less about the dollars and more about getting it as close to the way YOU like it. Chances are you will probably only do this once. My goal was to have as short a 'do over' list as possible, and with the kind of attention to detail that you are putting into your build, I bet your 'do over' list will be short by the time you are done.

Congrats on the upcoming shipment … keep us posted, it's going to be a great build … and don't forget the PICTURES

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by tkb289

Going over each and every detail is half the fun, along with getting comments and suggestions from the peanut gallery. I went through the same thing when deciding how to set up my ERA, I started a thread or two to ask questions … just ask RodKnock !!

Yep, those were the good ole days when Tim couldn't decide on which roll bar setup (he went with both) and what shade of blue to paint his car.

[RodKnock]

Did we discuss the glove box or no glove box dash decision?

Or what about 0.82 OD versus the 0.64 OD Tremec debate?

There's always the "Which way should the jack hooks face?" question too. We have much to cover still.

[patrickt]

Not to mention whether he should paint his wheels that beautiful shade of beige that is getting rave reviews from owners and onlookers alike over on that other thread....

[LMH]

Yeah, that's cool it's about to be shipped! I remember waiting for the truck to arrive. It was agony!
Larry

[lippy]

Decided to go with the Wilton after I saw it in a friend's car and checked out some samples. The standard carpet is really nice, but the Wilton III is killer. This project is already pretty far over budget but at least I'm happy with it so far.

[Jaydee]

Will the wool be more likely to go moldy when wet? Most ski boats use synthetic. Dirt doesn't stick to it. I think I'll be using nylon. What is the best noise or heat insulator. Is it ok to use brown carpet underlay, only on the floor, and silver dynoshield on the tunnel?
JD

[lippy]

Originally Posted by Jaydee

Will the wool be more likely to go moldy when wet? Most ski boats use synthetic. Dirt doesn't stick to it. I think I'll be using nylon. What is the best noise or heat insulator. Is it ok to use brown carpet underlay, only on the floor, and silver dynoshield on the tunnel?
JD

Ski boats see a lot more water, often salt water. It's my understanding that you can get wool wet as long as you let it dry naturally. Most of the new dyes have UV protection so it shouldn't fade too much over time, as some of the older wools did. Not sure if it's any better or worse of a heat or noise insulator, but Wilton III does have a rubber backing so should be pretty decent in terms of sound. You can put anything under it, same as nylon, and I will use Cool It or Dynamat. One advantage of wool is that it is doesn't burn easily.

[fordracing65]

Originally Posted by lippy

Decided to go with the Wilton after I saw it in a friend's car and checked out some samples. The standard carpet is really nice, but the Wilton III is killer. This project is already pretty far over budget but at least I'm happy with it so far.

Good choice, I bet it's going to look stunning when all done, and I see you took my advice, just kidding...

[LMH]

Yeah, I think wool is my choice too and seeing the sample photo confirms it. Hope to see some pics when you're finished.
Larry