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Hey Abe, That's a great price from a custom shop! And yes, Diane has original patterns for a ton of vehicles. I don't remember what the ACC price...
Here's "Christine" coming home from paint....
Thanks Dave!
Started installing the seat covers from Automotive Interiors.... Great workmanship and great fit!
UPDATE... I know it's been a while since I posted, but I got custom made seat covers, seat rebuild kits, carpet, and all of the extra vinyl for...
FWIW... For the cost and peace of mind, buy a new tank if they are available. I have a serious rust and sediment issue on my 58 Ford. For $300 I...
"I Can't Drive........ 55!" Sammy Hagar! Or how about some classic Night Ranger?... "Don't Tell Me You Love Me", "Rock In America".... those were...
My current project... '58 Custom 300. Sold my '88 Camaro Convertible ("Black Betty") to get this. Working on replacing floor pans, interior...
Thanks Pist-n-broke... the PO installed a 1989 5.0 liter and AOD transmission.
Thanks for the advice. They are manual brakes, that's a good idea of lowering the pedal. I would like to just keep the original brake setup but...
So.... I have a '92 Camaro parts car sitting by my garage (long story) and I was wondering if I could use the power brake system from that car on...
Part of the fun is that they are never truly "finished"... there's always something else to make improvements on!
Awesome... thanks so much!
Thanks WB69! If I find the covers online I am going to install them myself... I'm a real hands on guy and I like doing as much work as possible on...
When I saw it I knew I had to have it! I sold my '88 Camaro convertible and was looking for something with a back seat for the Grand Daughter......
I'm not finding anything for the 50's../ Mac's, Pro Fit, Dennis Carpenter have covers for vehicles in the 60's.
Thanks for the information. I have an email in to AutoObsession, waiting on a response. I'll post some information when I get it.
Thanks Abe... I do have the sill panels. I have removed the carpet (shot) and the headliner (shot)... will be buying new for those.
A few more pics...
Called SMS... way out of my budget! Also talked to John at AutoObsession in Cali. He couldn't locate the goods for the Custom 300 but I'll have to...
Thanks for the checklist!... I wanted to start thinking about the seats in terms of budget. She needs a few things first, along with a paint job,...
Thanks jimmy six... I'll keep that in mind. The springs are in surprisingly good shape for the age of the car.
Thanks RMK57... I am tempted to get an upholstery set for a 2 door Fairlane and give it a try. Any other input would be appreciated!... would any...
First time poster! I am looking for new upholstery for my newly-acquired project... a 1958 Ford Custom 300 Tudor. Local upholstery shops want an...
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