great write up but i dont think i saw a list of material on here. plus do you use hog rings? mind are really really bad and would like to do this got some vinyl and cloth already plus button thread what else do i need? maybe foam?
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jaredmurray88:... i dont think i saw a list of material on here. plus do you use hog rings? mind are really really bad and would like to do this got some vinyl and cloth already plus button thread what else do i need? maybe foam?
From the very first post:
"One may still purchase grey ripple seat cloth for US$14.98/yd from http://www.yourautotrim.com They may still have saddle tan also."
Later it is stated 1 yard per seat.
Hog rings? They are shown being cut so I would recommend replacing them when the new fabric is installed unless you want to be the first to try zip ties.
Type of thread is a function of what the machine you're using can handle.
Some or all of the foam may be suitable for reuse depending on what shape it is in.
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Don't know if this has been asked before: But WHAT KIND of "sewing machine" is needed ??? Is a "household machine" up to the task ? what needle, how thick , & what kind of thread ??? I'm thinking of taking this on if the "Machine " will handle it. Thanks
Im getting the cloth from someone on here, so I wont have to rebuild them, but I do have to remove and replace the cloth. This is new territory for me.
I'm re-doing my 86 GT seats if anyone's interested I'll post the process with pictures. -Vinny
The best book I could get my hands on,read it over and over. Explains everything from Industrial Sewing Machines to different materials, foam, thread, stitch types, seat covers, door panels, headliners, what tools are needed and step by step instructions. Automotive Upholstery Handbook by Don Taylor
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I'm re-doing my 86 GT seats if anyone's interested I'll post the process with pictures. -Vinny
The best book I could get my hands on,read it over and over. Explains everything from Industrial Sewing Machines to different materials, foam, thread, stitch types, seat covers, door panels, headliners, what tools are needed and step by step instructions. Automotive Upholstery Handbook by Don Taylor
Welcome to PFF, Vinny. Now where are the pictures??
Hey Bob, you're on! I will post pics on the seat covers as I make them. Would this be better in a new thread? I'll be continuing thru my 512TR replica with making a dash , console and upholstered door panels over this winter. thanks , Vinny
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How does one search/find the right material on that site? Also, ripple, that must be what Pontiac called Pallex? Would they have the other pattern such as found in Formula and GT seats as well? Thanks
Finally replacing the original tan cloth on the passenger's side seat back. Traced a pattern on poster board. By flipping it, it can be used for both sides of the seat back.
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Anybody find a source for matching fabrics? I contacted yourautotrim.com (the linked to company at the beginning of this post), and they no longer have the 1988 fabric, Detroit #8515 Gray. They gave me another company in Oregon, SMS Auto fabrics, that I'm contacting. I'll post what they reply.
Anybody find a source for matching fabrics? I contacted yourautotrim.com (the linked to company at the beginning of this post), and they no longer have the 1988 fabric, Detroit #8515 Gray. They gave me another company in Oregon, SMS Auto fabrics, that I'm contacting. I'll post what they reply.
I received a sample from SMS of what was supposedly the exact factory 88 tan cloth and it is close but not the same. While the color is similar, the pattern is a diamond pattern while the original is a square pattern and no it can't just be rotated 45 degrees.
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