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lambrettalad
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Kick Boards

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HI
got the plywood ,got the jig saw,glue etc.Before I start to take out the old ones am I right in thinking that the parcel shelf screws ,one on each side,is all that holds the kick boards in place?

all help very welcome,in order to save my poorly knees :D
Cheers Alex
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does anyone know what the originals are made off?
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Most of the trim is made of a sort of heavy duty card, quite thick but more like paper than wood.

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they are normally made of millboard..

http://www.woolies-trim.co.uk/p-1648-millboard.aspx
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Post by les »

---and a row of self tappers down the front, 4 I think. The front edge also tucks under the door rubber surround.
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cheers for all your help,hope the weather is ok thurs
Cheers Alex
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I used hardboard with 3 self tappers into the A post.
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Thanks everyone ,mike snap :D
Cheers Alex
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