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I removed both rear door panels today to template them up for some ply inserts to continue my timber theme setup. My plan is to add a large table and pocket insert (like factory) to the large door. And actually the same with the little door. Table big enough for jet boiler and pocket for more storage.
I noted the overlapping seal on the plastic panels. And due to that seal I can see why panels are so wavy it doesn't compress enough between screws.
I also noted that where the panels mount they aren't all the same depth/flat. So the plastic panels are curved. More noticeable on the smaller door. To overcome this I plan to use a 6mm ply for more flex. But may try and warp it first to keep pressure off the fixings.
I'm not entirely sure if aftermarket panel replacements are accounting for this.
On the large door it's at the 45 straight near catch latch that it changes.
I noted the overlapping seal on the plastic panels. And due to that seal I can see why panels are so wavy it doesn't compress enough between screws.
I also noted that where the panels mount they aren't all the same depth/flat. So the plastic panels are curved. More noticeable on the smaller door. To overcome this I plan to use a 6mm ply for more flex. But may try and warp it first to keep pressure off the fixings.
I'm not entirely sure if aftermarket panel replacements are accounting for this.
On the large door it's at the 45 straight near catch latch that it changes.