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Auto & Marine Upholstery Vinyls That Work as Hard as You Do

January 29, 2025 by Nadeem

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Finding high-quality auto & marine upholstery fabric at reasonable prices can cause a bit of stress. The time, effort and money involved isn't worth just hoping the fabric holds up.  AquaGuard® Vinyl from Big Z Fabric is a great solution to this problem. … [Read more...] about Auto & Marine Upholstery Vinyls That Work as Hard as You Do

How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

January 28, 2025 by Johnny Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

In recent years, the DIY approach to replacement convertible top installation has become popular. With YouTube tutorials at everyone's fingertips, many car owners have tried to replace their soft tops themselves — often with disastrous outcomes. … [Read more...] about How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

Trimmer Edgar Patton Dies at 88

January 26, 2025 by Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Trimmer Edgar Patton Dies at 88

Trimmer Edgar Warren Patton of Narvon, Pennsylvania, has died at age 88. … [Read more...] about Trimmer Edgar Patton Dies at 88

LEATHER CRAFT: Born on a Legacy of Innovation

January 23, 2025 by Nadeem

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When it comes to automotive upholstery, choosing the right partner for your leather interior kits can make all the difference. Fortunately, LEATHER CRAFT is backed by a team of experts with deep roots in the auto upholstery industry. … [Read more...] about LEATHER CRAFT: Born on a Legacy of Innovation

Beware of Cheap Seat Foam: A Cautionary Tale for GM Strato Bucket Seats

January 22, 2025 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - Beware of Cheap Seat Foam- A Cautionary Tale for Restoring GM Strato Bucket Seats

As an auto upholsterer, there’s nothing more satisfying than restoring a classic car interior to its former glory. But sometimes, even the best efforts can hit an unexpected snag. Recently, I fully restored a pair of 1969 Pontiac GTO bucket seats for a customer, only to discover a hidden issue that left us both scratching our heads. … [Read more...] about Beware of Cheap Seat Foam: A Cautionary Tale for GM Strato Bucket Seats

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