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Book Review: Interior Panel Removal Guide

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No vehicle’s interior panels are the same. They’re all installed a little bit differently, using an assortment of fasteners and clips. As a result, we often find ourselves struggling to disassemble interiors – especially in models we haven’t worked on before. Wouldn’t it be nice to know exactly what we’re getting into before starting a job? The Interior Panel Removal Guide … [Read more...] about Book Review: Interior Panel Removal Guide

Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build

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The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has partnered with Ford to assemble an all-women build team tasked with transforming a stock 2013 Mustang GT into a one-off show car. The build will be based on Ford designer Jennifer Seely’s “High Gear” concept – which is said to be inspired by luxury items like jewelry, couture clothing and high-end architecture. We … [Read more...] about Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build

Auto Upholstery Shops Making a Difference

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I’ve always believed that independent auto upholstery shops – like all businesses – should give back to the communities in which they operate. Doing so can strengthen a shop's reputation and attract more customers. But, more importantly, it helps strengthen the social fabric in which we live. I’d like to acknowledge two shops that recently donated a little bit of time, … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery Shops Making a Difference

Read The Hog Ring in DLT News

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Read our article "5 Things to Give Customers For Free" in this month's edition of DLT News. You didn’t open an auto trim shop to give your services away for free, but there are five things that you can offer your customers – free of charge – that would improve your customer service and encourage them to keep coming back. … [Read more...] about Read The Hog Ring in DLT News