It sounds cliché, but they really don’t build cars like they used to. With all the plastic moldings and trim in today’s cabins, they feel more like Hot Wheels than automobiles. And, as we all know, toys invariably break. Last week, though, I discovered Q-Bond – a strong and quick-working adhesive that saved my hide. … [Read more...] about The Must-Have Adhesive for Trim Shops
Auto Upholstery
Finally a Man Bag that Ain’t So Girly
Remember those cool purses made from vehicle upholstery? Well there’s also an option for men. Mari Cla Ro, a Toronto-based fashion house, is manufacturing man bags and backpacks out of exploded airbags, salvaged car upholstery, truck tarps, seat belts and other junk. They're actually pretty cool. … [Read more...] about Finally a Man Bag that Ain’t So Girly
10 Duct Tape DIY Upholstery Disasters
Though duct tape can fix a lot of things, auto upholstery is not one of them. But that doesn't stop people from trying. Below are 10 photos of DIY duct tape repair disasters. They go beyond the typical torn seat to cracked dashboards, busted steering wheels and even convertible tops. Yeah they're sad and pathetic, but they're funny too! … [Read more...] about 10 Duct Tape DIY Upholstery Disasters
This Week Win a Roadwire Seat Heater!
It's The Hog Ring's one-year anniversary! To show how much we appreciate our readers, we're giving away a Roadwire seat heater kit to the reader who leaves the best comment of the week. … [Read more...] about This Week Win a Roadwire Seat Heater!
GMC’s Limited-Edition NFL Sierra Truck
Hoping to score big, GMC unveiled a limited-edition NFL model of its Sierra pickup truck at the 2003 SEMA auto show. The vehicle featured a jumbo flat-screen TV that automatically deployed from its tonneau cover; slide-out tailgate BBQ grill and NFL-football field table; NFL graphics throughout; and, of course, custom interior seats trimmed in pigskin leather and … [Read more...] about GMC’s Limited-Edition NFL Sierra Truck
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