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Flashback: When Reclining Seats Were Big

November 21, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Flashback When Reclining Seats Were Big

Forget seat heaters, rearview cameras and smart fabrics. In the 1930s, a reclining car seat was the height of in-cabin technology. And the way people talked about it is pretty amusing! … [Read more...] about Flashback: When Reclining Seats Were Big

Instagram Highlight: WoodWrite

November 18, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Instagram Highlight WoodWrite

If you're a fan of wood paneling and trim, check out Jeffrey Bütt of WoodWrite in Chicago, Illinois. His boutique woodworking shop creates custom wood dashboard kits and interior component for a range of vehicles. … [Read more...] about Instagram Highlight: WoodWrite

UPDATE: 10 Questions for Tracy Weaver

November 17, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - UPDATE 10 Questions for Tracy Weaver

It's no secret that we're big fans of Tracy Weaver of Recovery Room Hot Rod Interiors in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Not only is he a master craftsman and innovator, but also a trendsetter, whose designs have inspired countless builds throughout the auto upholstery industry. Nearly five years after interviewing Tracy for our "10 Questions" interview series, we recently caught up … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 10 Questions for Tracy Weaver

Quotes, Estimates and Ballpark Figures

November 15, 2016 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Telphone Estimate

When it comes to pricing jobs over the phone, we all know there are only three ways a call can go: (1) It's a straightforward project for which the price is set, (2) There are so many factors involved that you can't possibly give a price without seeing the vehicle first, or (3) The request is a bit complicated, but you could probably give the customer a rough idea of what it … [Read more...] about Quotes, Estimates and Ballpark Figures

Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look

November 14, 2016 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Bux Customs - Nappa Leather

Auto upholstery professionals who work with leather must develop a deep knowledge of its characteristics. After all, there’s a lot to consider: quality, grain, color, feeling, durability, treatment, application, etc. … [Read more...] about Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look

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