Drivers Mat Won't Stay Put, What To Do?

[Vipuronr]

So, I picked up a set of factory logo mats and installed the clip as instructed so the mat won't slip up towards the pedals.

Dah!!! But, the clip does not hold the mat and it bunches up under the pedals, the worst place.

Is there anything that can be done with the mat, short of throwing away and getting a different one?

Thanks.

Peter

 

[Glen97]

I put a small hole or slit on each side of the mat at the base of the seat and used black zip ties to attach to the seat one on each side.

 

[big-n-italian]

the factory mats are known for sliding. i had to go to aftermarket mats to stop the sliding problem. they work perfectly.

 

[Vman455]

I had this problem too, it bunched up under the pedals on me. Checked the clip and the mat had popped off of it--I'm not sure if I just didn't push the mat down hard enough or what. I secured it again, making sure the mat was securely clipped in, and made sure the clip was firmly in the carpet as well. If the clip can tilt significantly, I can see how it would be easier for the mat to work loose and bunch up. It's been fine ever since (couple months now).

 

[-FROG-]

Step 1 - Remove floor mat and store in house.

Step 2 - Replace floor mat at car show.

...done

 

[Vipuronr]

Thanks! Well, just for clarification:

- I have pressed the mat down real well on the clip and it comes off, this has happened a number of times.
- I bought these new in July, not long after I bought the car so I don't want to have to buy another set if I can help it.
- I have it out of the car now, and drive without it, but that isn't the way I prefer it.

The zip tie idea is interesting, may end up having to do that one if I can't keep it in place.

Peter

 

[Warfang]

I just gave up and dont use a mat at all

 

[kcobean]

You need a set of the NorCal VCA mats....

Northern California Viper Club of America

 

[94RT10Ohio]

Some use velcro.

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

I put a small hole or slit on each side of the mat at the base of the seat and used black zip ties to attach to the seat one on each side.

I wish I would have done that 60,000 miles ago. Instead I removed the mat and now the carpet is worn.

 

[Vipuronr]

Yes, well aware of the N. Cal mats and they are very nice. However, seeing as I "bothered" my wife about getting the factory logo mats in July, seems like the politically wrong thing to do asking to now replace those! She doesn't mind me spending money on the car, but hates wasting money.

I agree on not using mats, as I've worn out carpet in other cars doing that (Vettes) to save the mats for shows.

The velcro sounds like a good idea, IF, the velcro will stick well enough to the bottom of the mat. I guess I could take it to a tailor and have clothe velcro strips sewn to the bottom.

Thoughts?

Thanks......

Peter

 

[-FROG-]

I wish I would have done that 60,000 miles ago. Instead I removed the mat and now the carpet is worn.

It's kind of funny though..... now you can place a mat in the car and nobody will ever know the carpet underneith is worn. My floor mats have aggrivated me since day 1, but, eh.... I just let em' be and pretend they aren't bunched up under my feet annoying me.

 

[ViperTony]

No mats here. I ditched them.

 

[Indiana]

I have used 2 baby c-clamps in the past and attached a small chain and loop (like a key chain) to go over the front seat mounts. If you crank the clamps down they will stay put.

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

It's kind of funny though..... now you can place a mat in the car and nobody will ever know the carpet underneith is worn.

That's what I've done. I saved the old mats and now have them tied to the seat so they don't bunch up.

 

[bluesrt]

glue them down or use a nail gun,both work greatuntil u need to remove them

 

[Kevan]

To quote Bill Murrary in 'Scrooged': "Have you tried staples?"


We have a franchise here called EmbroidMe that does great quick-job sewing work.
I had them do some patches for me:

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(it's a little hat tip to my brother and all the others serving our great country)

I'm sure they could put some velcro on the bottom of the mats for a decent price.

 

[bluesrt]

To quote Bill Murrary in 'Scrooged': "Have you tried staples?"


We have a franchise here called EmbroidMe that does great quick-job sewing work.
I had them do some patches for me:

You must be registered for see images attach

(it's a little hat tip to my brother and all the others serving our great country)

I'm sure they could put some velcro on the bottom of the mats for a decent price.

very nice consol lid,and thankx to all of our war vets,yes indeed!

 

[rpm9000]

Loosen the seat mounting bolts and put the back edge of the mat under the seat rail and then tighten up the bolts. It works great.

 

[jk]

I bought a set of these and they work great for holding my drivers side mat in place. Other methods mentioned will work, but with the clips you can remove the mats easier.

Product: Mat-Loc® Clips

 

[Steve 00RT/10]

Couple of good ideas here: tie raps and under the seat rails. Velcro could work too....I'm guessing you wouldn't want the velcro up in the pedal area as it could impact WOT and the clutch pedal switch with the added thickness.

Steve

 

[01sapphirebob]

I have delt with a creeping matt for 3 years now. I keep wanting to get the "snake oyl" matts. They claim the do not creep up under the pedals.

 

[ViperTony]

I have the SnakeOyl mats and they do not seem to creep. I removed them at a track day and never put them back in the Viper. I like it without the mats.

 

[Vipuronr]

It seems to me that a couple of extra factory snaps (or whatever you call them) probably would hold the mat....assuming you can actually get any.

Short of that, I may try the velcro first and if all else fails, I'll chain them to the seat frame using a Yale combination lock to make sure!!!!

Speaking of velcro, will it grab the carpet or does it have to have the receiving side of the velcro?

Just personal preference, I happen to like the look of the interior with the logo mats. Seeing as I never bought the car to show, when exactly would I use them if I didn't use them for just normal driving?

Just one of those small annoying things!

Thanks.

 

[GTS Bruce]

FIRST: If you are constantly bunching up the mats with your feet you are probably too clumsy to drive the car properly anyways. SECOND: I myself have (GULP) bunched up the drivers side mat. When it happens you are screwed because they take a rumpled set. When this happens I wash and scrub in hot water,lay them out flat to dry and iron them with a HOT iron and let them cool on a flat surface. Wrinkles gone. Clean mats. Careful feet. No need whatever for some expensive mats,glue,ties,clamps,etc....... PS: Do not try to iron them with the rubber side up! GTS Bruce

 

[spitzbergen]

I just take them out when I'm not driving and lay them flat.

 

[kcobean]

FIRST: If you are constantly bunching up the mats with your feet you are probably too clumsy to drive the car properly anyways. SECOND: I myself have (GULP) bunched up the drivers side mat. When it happens you are screwed because they take a rumpled set. When this happens I wash and scrub in hot water,lay them out flat to dry and iron them with a HOT iron and let them cool on a flat surface. Wrinkles gone. Clean mats. Careful feet. No need whatever for some expensive mats,glue,ties,clamps,etc....... PS: Do not try to iron them with the rubber side up! GTS Bruce

Cliff Notes: I am too clumsy to drive the car properly anyway.

Seriously though, I bunch 'em up getting in and out of the car because I use my right foot to push myself up out of the car and when I do, sometimes it pushes the mat forward.

 

[Jerry Scott[CO]]

Here's what I did and it works very well. Put 2 grommets in the back of the mat. Tie them to the seat post on each side with a removable zip tie.

 

[Jerry Scott[CO]]

 

[gb66gth]

I love the ziptie idea!