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Photo: Alligator-Grain Vinyl Top

November 20, 2012 by Naseem

No this isn’t a wild aftermarket upgrade. In 1969 and 1970, Mopar offered an alligator-grain vinyl top as a factory option. … [Read more...] about Photo: Alligator-Grain Vinyl Top

Aston Martin’s Vanquish ‘Hourglass’ Stitch

November 18, 2012 by Naseem

Aston Martin – arguably the world's leading automaker when it comes to interior design – is back with another amazing pleat. This one is called the “hourglass” stitch and is featured on the seats of the 2013 Vanquish. … [Read more...] about Aston Martin’s Vanquish ‘Hourglass’ Stitch

How To Install a Folding-Glass Window

November 13, 2012 by Naseem

I’ve always been a fan of classic cars with modern upgrades. Fortunately, in our field, there’s no shortage of aftermarket parts that we can install to enhance the look, feel and function of retro cars. In the past, we’ve written about modern car seats and consoles made to fit in old-school cabins, but virtually any aspect of a car’s trim can be upgraded – including its … [Read more...] about How To Install a Folding-Glass Window

Get the Most Out of Business Cards in HRR

November 11, 2012 by Naseem

The Hog Ring is also in Hotrod & Restoration Magazine this month. Check out our article "Get the Most Out of Your Business Cards" on both their website and e-newsletter. … [Read more...] about Get the Most Out of Business Cards in HRR

Don’t Just Paint Interior Trim, Flock It!

November 5, 2012 by Naseem

You may not have heard of flocking, but you’ve certainly seen the results. It's the process by which ground fibers are painted/glued to a hard surface in order to give it a soft, velvety feeling. While flocking is most commonly used to line the inside of jewelry boxes, it can actually be applied to a wide range of surfaces – including plastic. In fact, many years ago … [Read more...] about Don’t Just Paint Interior Trim, Flock It!

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