Check plate..

[Dads GQ]

I've seen a few rigs with check plate on the door panels. I would like to put on all the doors and possibly use for most of the trim where there was carpet.

What is the process?
Is this something that would be done by an upholsterer or a metal worker?

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[Dads GQ]

I just realized this might not be in the right thread.

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[GQtdauto]

Mate of my sons has a massive 3D printer and has printed him up some door cards for a GU ute which not only look good are as tough as nails , not sure if he does GQ or that pattern .

[Dads GQ]

Mate of my sons has a massive 3D printer and has printed him up some door cards for a GU ute which not only look good are as tough as nails , not sure if he does GQ or that pattern .That sounds pretty neat! Would be handy to find somewhere up here that could do the same. I know a steel joint that has a massive plasma cutter that could cut the material to shape and I was originally thinking along those lines. Never considered 3d printing.

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[Winnie]

Where are you? My cousin produces them, he has all the templates for the different models.
I hate the idea, it would get stinking hot in summer and burn your leg.

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[Dads GQ]

Where are you? My cousin produces them, he has all the templates for the different models.
I hate the idea, it would get stinking hot in summer and burn your leg.

Sent from my SM-G960F using TapatalkHi Winnie. In Darwin mate. Does get pretty hot during the wet!

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[GQtdauto]

Yes might look tuff but going on a long trip especially in the heat would see you swapping them out I reckon .

[Cuppa]

I'd think twice about putting form over function unless it's not for a daily driver

Just the thought of checkerplate in our ute doors makes me both sweat & shiver ............. visions of driving inside an oven ... or a fridge in cold conditions! ;) Not to mention I reckon the higher in-car noise levels would make conversation harder.

The 'pressed board/masonite-like' door skins from the factory probably do a fairly reasonable job of not 'drumming' or amplifying sounds. Interested to know the 'qualities' of the material used for the 3D printed skins. If their material improves on the original re heat & sound insulation and provides something more durable to boot (who hasn't had those plastic fasteners pull out of the masonite?) they'd be onto a real winner. And if better door storage is added ... could be better still.

How much for 2 GU front doors? ;)

[GQtdauto]

I'll find out Cuppa I know he has a business selling them , I'll also see if I can find the photos I took .

[GQtdauto]

Door cards ,has since modified the design slightly for a better fit .

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[Dads GQ]

Door cards ,has since modified the design slightly for a better fit .

76417764187641976420Gee they look nice and tidy!

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[GQtdauto]

Gee they look nice and tidy!

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Think he has another set on now ,dog slobber just drips straight off he reckons .

[MB]

Agree with all heat points above mate for sure, competition hose out trucks would be best suited for checker plate would imagine.
Rarely do I wear shorts down here in Antarctica although could foresee debarking a kneecap whilst rushing out of the truck if ever up North climate too!



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[Tip12345]

Yes we need more information . I need door cards for my GU truck ..

[GQtdauto]

Australian door cards .com.au although it shows only the repro Masonite cards he also does the plastic ones .

[Dads GQ]

What can I do about arm rests and those little map holders that are usually attached to doors?

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[GQtdauto]

Don't know if he does those ask him .

[neet_wagon]

You can get some alright looking ones off eBay, would definately be my preference over checkerplate or ally sheet:

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Nissan-GQ-Y60-PATROL-Manual-Window-Wagon-Waterproof-Rugged-ABS-Door-Trim-Panels/253864878395