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Photo: Lugz Bike Tank by Danny Gray

July 18, 2012 By Naseem

Danny Gray, who designs a lot of the seats you see on the custom motorcycles built by Orange County Choppers, handcrafted this one-off leather tank cover. The bike was commissioned by Lugz, which is why it looks like a work boot. … [Read more...] about Photo: Lugz Bike Tank by Danny Gray

Slip-N-Grip Seat Jackets Protect Your Work

July 17, 2012 By Naseem

You’ve cut all the patterns, sewn all the panels and installed the last cover. The seats look great and you couldn’t be prouder. You take some pictures for your Facebook page and call the customer. The only problem is, he won’t be able to pick them up until next week. Now you have to store the seats in your shop. But keeping them safe and clean in a busy garage can be a … [Read more...] about Slip-N-Grip Seat Jackets Protect Your Work

Selling Comfort Through Lumbar Support

July 13, 2012 By Naseem

Most car and truck seats are designed to be "one size fits all" – but that’s rarely the case. Drivers and passengers come in all different shapes and sizes, and even differ in their opinions of what’s comfortable. With automakers unable to adequately address this issue, millions of drivers have been left in agonizing back pain. While auto trimmers aren’t chiropractors or … [Read more...] about Selling Comfort Through Lumbar Support

Vilner Makes Over the Infiniti EX37

July 10, 2012 By Naseem

Vilner, the world-renown automotive interior design studio, has done it again – customizing an Infiniti EX37 like no other. A perfect storm of quality materials, creative vision and master craftsmanship combine to make this our favorite interior yet. … [Read more...] about Vilner Makes Over the Infiniti EX37

Use Flex’N Hold to Cover Steering Wheels

July 9, 2012 By Naseem

Hand stitching a steering-wheel cover can be a daunting task. No one likes wrapping a mounted wheel while inside of a car because of the tight quarters, but trying to steady a loose one on a workbench can be just as frustrating. Fortunately, the expert trimmers at Coachtrim in Danbury, Connecticut have developed a tool that can help. … [Read more...] about Use Flex’N Hold to Cover Steering Wheels

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