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Projects & Restorations => Projects & Restorations => Topic started by: bobbybuick on February 15, 2016, 10:28:24 AM
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Never have done this before but yesterday I got the back seat complete the Originals were really not that bad but very stiff and the foam was falling apart. Turned out nice first time doing a seat cover
on the bottom used 2 layers burlap, foam, and one layer of cotton
on back used 2 layers burlap, 3 layers cotton, and muslin
and a shit load of hog rings .
next up front buckets
Everything with foam kit and all the installation stuff i bought on sale for a little under 1000 shipped on sale over christmas
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Looks good.
The fronts will be more of a challenge.
Loren
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Dear Bobby, Loren, and mid-60 Buick caregivers,
Never have done this before but yesterday I got the back seat complete.
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Everything with foam kit and all the installation stuff i bought on sale for a little under 1000 shipped on sale over christmas
Thanks for sharing your experiences. Legendary has a good reputation and it is good to know that this within the realm of DIY if you are bold and disciplined enough. As Loren points out, the next challenge of the front seats is now before you.
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14:
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Dear Bobby, Loren, and mid-60 Buick caregivers,
Never have done this before but yesterday I got the back seat complete.
It wont be bad the back of the front seats are the tough part .there is a you tube video of a guy with a 65 GTO very particular guy doing a 45 minute video good tips .I will get them .....already have one torn apart ill keep you posted
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Everything with foam kit and all the installation stuff i bought on sale for a little under 1000 shipped on sale over christmas
Thanks for sharing your experiences. Legendary has a good reputation and it is good to know that this within the realm of DIY if you are bold and disciplined enough. As Loren points out, the next challenge of the front seats is now before you.
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14:
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By the time Im finished Ill know what Im doing
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Nice job.
Loren
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Dear Bobby, Loren, and mid-60s Buick upholsterers,
By the time Im finished Ill know what Im doing
Well, for a beginner you have the right to be very proud! Sometimes you've just got to roll up your sleeves and try your best. Judging from the photos, you did a great job! :thumbsup:
Thanks for sharing!
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14:
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Bob,nice job! Are the covers current production? I thought that they were not making these again ?
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Bob,nice job! Are the covers current production? I thought that they were not making these again ?
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I ordered them they were in the catalog and really very nice fitting and original looking
still have one seat left ran out of hog rings ive been though about 300 so far
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How are your hands holding up ? Gotta be tough on them. Real nice job on the seats.
Dan
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How are your hands holding up ? Gotta be tough on them. Real nice job on the seats.
Dan
I do HVAC Sales for a living been with a large company for 39 years .I however used to cut sheetmetal installing ductwork.Brought back some old injuries with the hands doing this.
One thing i should mention you can just cover your stuff and it will look nice
I bought new foam,new cotton, new burlap,new muslin ,new everything
restored the frames blasted and clear coated cleaned and oiled the tracks
After I installed the drivers seat .I had to readjust the rear view mirror it sat so different
totally different ride
Worth the extra money /time
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Very nice job Bobby!
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Looking good! :thumbsup:
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Very impressive Bob. Where there any surprises or unexpected issues? What was the hardest part?
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Very impressive Bob. Where there any surprises or unexpected issues? What was the hardest part?
i made 2 mistakes on the drivers side back due to it had been apart before.the listing wires wrap around the bottom and attach the the springs also the sides attach to the frame and not just together in one spot on the side .just take pictures when taking apart
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Mission Accomplished
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Wow, you did a great job!
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Bob I can't say how impressive your seats look, I've seen seats done professionally that don't look that good. What's a good time for me to drop off my seats?
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Bob I can't say how impressive your seats look, I've seen seats done professionally that don't look that good. What's a good time for me to drop off my seats?
Turned out nice but not a job for the novice... takes some patients and watching a lot of you tube videos.Bet I have 3 hrs a cushion Labor thats 18 Hrs not including the frame prep.I blasted the frames and clear coated them .Total probably 24 Hrs .No way i could do it and make any money but I'm sure I would get Faster..I had to readjust my mirror and seat belt because I sat so much higher in the car.The old ones were OEM from 65 and were very stiff .the foam was turning to chalk
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Dear Bob, Jim, Kevin, and mid-60s Buick caregivers,
Turned out nice but not a job for the novice... takes some patients and watching a lot of you tube videos.
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Total probably 24 Hrs .
In its own way, this is also very important information to share. If you have a local upholsterer who is good with classic cars, you might be better served to have someone else do this work instead of spending that much time and effort learning to do something you certainly won't be doing very often.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14:
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In its own way, this is also very important information to share. If you have a local upholsterer who is good with classic cars, you might be better served to have someone else do this work instead of spending that much time and effort learning to do something you certainly won't be doing very often.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14:
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My thought exactly, this is a perishable skill that requires repetition to maintain your best game. That's why I'm offering Mr Bob this opportunity. I have known some artisans that will work for non-monetary reimbursement, like beer.
All kidding aside Bobby I'm jealous.
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My thought exactly, this is a perishable skill that requires repetition to maintain your best game. That's why I'm offering Mr Bob this opportunity. I have known some artisans that will work for non-monetary reimbursement, like beer.
All kidding aside Bobby I'm jealous.
Yes it is a skill/ trade that is fading.
The place I retired from has a very difficult time finding upholsterers. Not a lot of young people interested in it.
Loren
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Dear Kevin, Loren, and mid-60s Buick caregivers,
Yes it is a skill/ trade that is fading.
The place I retired from has a very difficult time finding upholsterers. Not a lot of young people interested in it.
It isn't a surprise, it is hard dirty work.
Still there are some exceptions. The local shop that does auto upholstery is run by the 3rd generation. Armand "Jr." still takes care of most of the classic car work. He is well beyond retirement! His son takes care of the rest of the business! I don't know much about Armand senior, but there must have been one!
It is the sort of situation that can't last, but it is wonderful when you can enjoy it! :icon_thumright:
Cheers, Edouard :occasion14: