Homemade cargo panel

Dbeatty said:

Hi, I am new to the forum can anyone help my 2020 kia soul didn't come with a cargo panel and I was wanting to make my own ..does anyone know the measurements including thickness of the board I should use ....thank you just trying to get ideas

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A forum member made a cover - See Posts #9 & 13

I'd use 3/8" thick plywood. If you're planning on putting a lot of weight on it 1/2"

I was to buy a tot and cover the lid with black felt just to make it level with the back seat when the back is layer down

neiljrosen said:

I'd use 3/8" thick plywood. If you're planning on putting a lot of weight on it 1/2"

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Heavy duty.

Dbeatty said:

Hi, I am new to the forum can anyone help my 2020 kia soul didn't come with a cargo panel and I was wanting to make my own ..does anyone know the measurements including thickness of the board I should use ....thank you just trying to get ideas

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The factory package trays are just plastic wrapped in felt. Basically a place to put bread and eggs.
If mean a spare tire cover? I would be going back to the dealer. All makes and models are equipped with these.

Do you know how to use a tape measure? I'd suggest getting a large piece of cardboard and making a template. Once you get that right, cut your plywood. With the price of plywood nowadays, you don't want to experiment with cutting it and having it not fit. That could get expensive.

Dbeatty said:

Hi, I am new to the forum can anyone help my 2020 kia soul didn't come with a cargo panel and I was wanting to make my own ..does anyone know the measurements including thickness of the board I should use ....thank you just trying to get ideas

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The width is approximately 40 inches wide. The circular cut-outs at the leading edge is 2.5 x 1.5inches. The front part depth is about 15.5 inches. Piano hinge is mounted on that line. The back part is10.5inches. I made a cardboard template for this piece to match the curves. I used a 48 inch piano hinge ,cut to 36 inches to attach both pieces.I used a 2 inch hole drill for a handle to open lid.I made mine out of 1/2' birch plywood. This matches the height of the rest of the cargo area. (2'x4' ply from Lowes) have to piece rear 2" or so to get full depth. Gorilla Glue ! Inexpensive matte- black spray paint .All-in for under $50 25 for wood, 17 for the hinge 8 for the paint.