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How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

January 28, 2025 By Johnny Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

In recent years, the DIY approach to replacement convertible top installation has become popular. With YouTube tutorials at everyone's fingertips, many car owners have tried to replace their soft tops themselves — often with disastrous outcomes. … [Read more...] about How OEM+ Encourages Professional Installation of Convertible Tops

Auto Upholstery Gone Horribly Wrong

August 12, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Strange Lexus

We have no idea what this is or even what it's supposed to be. Some bizarre couch-convertible hybrid perhaps? Regardless, some people don't deserve to own cars. … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery Gone Horribly Wrong

Photo: DIY Door Panel Gone Horribly Wrong

February 18, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - DIY Custom Door Panels

I’m no expert in car audio, but I’d like to think I know a thing or two about custom door panels. While this one is certainly original, the execution seems a bit off — don’t you think? … [Read more...] about Photo: DIY Door Panel Gone Horribly Wrong

Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

July 23, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Trash Bag Convertible Top

Convertible tops can be pricey to repair, which is why some car owners go to great lengths to avoid auto upholstery shops. Instead of having professionals return their cars to top shape, these folks choose the more humiliating DIY route. We've seen drivers fix their convertible tops with wood, duct tape and even umbrellas. But this trash-bag drop top takes the cake. … [Read more...] about Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

Photo: DIY Hardtop Convertible

January 8, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

We've seen a lot of DIY upholstery repair disasters, but this one takes the cake. … [Read more...] about Photo: DIY Hardtop Convertible

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