<VV> RE: Replacing Original Upholstery (kenneth dawson)

[kaczmarek@charter.net]

HI

I think most anyone would tell you that Clark's repro upholstery is probably some of the best in the industry. 

I have watched Mark from Clarks put on covers at a convention. Looks pretty straightforward.

A CAREFULLY applied heat gun or a regular hair dryer helps with upholstery when it's being stubborn.

Hank
(helped father upholster furniture while growing up)


> 
> From: "Keith Hammett" <khammett@stainlessfab.com>
> Date: 2004/10/08 Fri PM 03:06:48 GMT
> To: <virtualvairs@corvair.org>
> Subject: <VV> RE: Replacing Original Upholstery (kenneth dawson)
> 
> Don't know about the quality of the Clarks or other vendors kits.  You will
> need hog ring pliers and rings.   Check the web and you should find several
> sites that will help you get an understanding on how to replace the cover.
> I would recommend that you also replace the foam and cotton padding.  You
> might also need to replace some springs.
> 
> A tip on getting the vinyl to stretch easy is to heat it up.  You can just
> put it in a clothes dryer.
> 
> Keith Hammett
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> The seats in my '64 Convertible need to be reupholstered.  I'm thinking of
> trying to do the job myself with a Clarks kit.  Can anyone who has done this
> project offer any advice?  Is it a bad idea?  Do I need special tools?
> Would appreciate any advice offered.
> 
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