88 Motor Box Carpet Replacement

Now we need to replace with new carpet. Any suggestions on how to install the carpet would be great. One idea is to cut, fold and glue the top edge (approx 1/2 inch) onto itself so there is not an unfinished edge under the piping. Then glue the carpet to the vinyl. For the corners the only method I can think of is cut out "pie" shaped sections vertically, pull together and glue (The factory had these areas sewn together). Then wrap around the bottom of the box and glue.

Pete,
I used the Henry 263 for the floor and panels. After drying for a week I wanted to remove a small piece under the bow. I actually tore the 20 oz. carpet in pieces trying to get it off the floor. That glue is no joke! Henry 263 is what I planned to use to glue it to the vinyl on the motor box. I also plan to use clamps and small wood pieces to help with the adhesion.

I plan to install new skins next winter. (budget is maxed out on boat for now) So I am trying to limp along until then. The boat had red carpet and we changed to gray sio I am forced to change the motor box carpet.

Why leave the red carpet? The gray carpet and glue was left over from the floor. It did not cost me anything just some labor. Who knows it may be 2 years before I get around to new skins. The question is....Has anyone replaced it before and how did they do it.

Thanks John,
The vinyl is pulled around to the inside of the motor box and glued to the plastic motor box housing. I called Nautique Skins today and they told me their skins require glue or sewn at the corners. In fact George at Nautique Skins told me most folks glue the carpet corners. They ship their skins with the top of the carpet sewn only and the rest of the carpet is left "Long" for the buyer to wrap and glue when installed on the box. So I will get some practice before I install my new skins down the road. Thanks for providing input using a alternate solution.

Tom I might of found the solution up here in Oklahoma. It may require the transport of the doghouse 80 miles, but will look professional. I'll call this evening when I get out of my meetingd today.