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Vintage Automotive Cloth Material

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by recks, Jan 28, 2011.

  1. recks
    Joined: Sep 24, 2009
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    recks
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    from oceanside

    Hey guys...

    Just wondering if anyone knows of a way to get OEM cloth material for late 50's cars through the mid 60's. I have looked into SMS Auto Fabrics as well as Ciabella's in AZ. Ideally I would like to have the "cloud-like" pattern cloth used in some 57 Chevy's but can't afford the $50/ yard because I need 8 yards.

    Thanks for the help! I know nice things come with a price but maybe someone on here has a roll for some reason they would like to sell.
     
  2. recks
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    recks
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  3. hemifalcon
    Joined: Mar 20, 2008
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    You'd probably be best off going to a furniture/upholstery repair shop. Or, just take what you can get in the aftermarket..
     
  4. skipstitch
    Joined: Oct 7, 2001
    Posts: 1,213

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    I hate to say it...but most big suppliers are gonna charge $50 or more for original type cloth. You may try hitting up a trim shop that's been in business for years as they may have old stock they just want to get rid of.

    My advice would be to source something close to a vintage look from a supplier like Miami Rubber or even Jo Ann fabrics and Hobby Lobby (they have alot of funky design cloth...just walk around and look).
     
  5. recks
    Joined: Sep 24, 2009
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    recks
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    Thanks a ton...I'll look into it. I'll be posting pictures of my progress!
     
  6. carcrazyjohn
    Joined: Apr 16, 2008
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    from trevose pa

    Try calling ABC auto upholstery in pa .
     
  7. KJSR
    Joined: Mar 7, 2008
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    KJSR
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    from Utah

    Try J&J in Riverside...best in SoCal!
     
  8. Gator
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    Gator
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    from Statham Ga

  9. recks
    Joined: Sep 24, 2009
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    recks
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    from oceanside

    Thanks you guys!
     

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