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Check out the Citroën DS3 Sliding Ragtop

September 1, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

Check out the sliding fabric roof on the all-new Citroën DS3 Cabrio. It retracts to two positions , the C-pillar and trunk hatch; and can be opened at speeds up to 74 mph. Its DS3-monogramed fabric looks pretty unique as well. … [Read more...] about Check out the Citroën DS3 Sliding Ragtop

10 Tools Not to Skimp On in HRR Mag

August 31, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

Check out our article "10 Tools Your Trim Shop Shouldn't Skimp On" – featured on Hotrod & Restoration Magazine's website and e-newsletter this month. Folks new to the craft of auto upholstery or recently branching out on their own will find this article especially helpful. … [Read more...] about 10 Tools Not to Skimp On in HRR Mag

Custom Dashboards Made to Order

August 22, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi

Most auto trimmers have the knowledge and skills to wrap a dashboard in leather, but not many can create an entire custom dash from scratch. While auto upholstery is certainly a multi-discipline trade, few trimmers have the fiberglass and metal-shaping expertise to tackle such a daunting task. Fortunately, there are companies from which auto trimmers can order custom … [Read more...] about Custom Dashboards Made to Order

Book Review: Interior Panel Removal Guide

August 9, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi

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

Book Review: Restoring Auto Upholstery

July 25, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi

If auto upholstery was offered as a college degree, freshmen would be assigned to read Dennis W. Parks’ How to Restore and Customize Auto Upholstery & Interiors. It provides a great introduction to the craft, but – like most freshmen textbooks – falls short on serious instruction. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Restoring Auto Upholstery

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