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Forum: Interior TECH 07-17-2023, 12:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,970
Posted By rambow
Correct- you will need to cut it to insert a wire...

Correct- you will need to cut it to insert a wire rod. I usually cut it just inside of the sewn sleeves on each side, that way the stitch doesn't unravel.
Forum: Interior TECH 05-26-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 991
Posted By rambow
Here ya go... Step by step what you are in for...

Here ya go... Step by step what you are in for with 64/65 buckets:

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=847304

Redoing seats is NOT rocket science by any means- Some guy...
Forum: Interior TECH 04-13-2023, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 760
Posted By rambow
I followed this guide ...

I followed this guide (https://www.chevelles.com/threads/door-panel-how-to.271914/)when I did my unassembled panels for my 68.

One thing of note that I had to do was to flatten the original...
Forum: Interior TECH 04-10-2023, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 975
Posted By rambow
Repop windlace is a PITA to install. Its 100% a...

Repop windlace is a PITA to install. Its 100% a fact.
Talking about the stuff above the windshield, around the back window and on the sides\quarter glass...

If you are using originals it will...
Forum: Interior TECH 09-19-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,625
Posted By rambow
Most vinyl is called 2 way stretch... basically...

Most vinyl is called 2 way stretch... basically meaning it stretches more one way than the other. When laying out templates for seat covers, you want to be mindful of the stretch direction, different...
Forum: Interior TECH 09-28-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
Very nice work Z!!! I just stopped in today,...

Very nice work Z!!!
I just stopped in today, haven't been on the site in a while, and its so cool to see someone getting some mileage from my posts!

-Ben
Forum: Interior TECH 06-28-2021, 01:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,879
Posted By rambow
With a 4spd, if you can take the shifter handle...

With a 4spd, if you can take the shifter handle off it will make life easier... if not, you may need to work that area first.

put a small hole in the center of the embossed hump area of the...
Forum: Interior TECH 05-17-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,045
Posted By rambow
#1 don't trust the perforations on the back side...

#1 don't trust the perforations on the back side to be located exactly right, and or squared up to the pattern on the vinyl. They might be and they might not be- so better safe than sorry.
Double...
Forum: Interior TECH 05-03-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,491
Posted By rambow
Exactly what Ed said above- there are two...

Exactly what Ed said above- there are two different styles- the cardboard sewn to the vinyl bead style which is what the OP is showing installed- which just lays next to the pinch weld, and the...
Forum: Interior TECH 04-01-2021, 05:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,641
Posted By rambow
Cool! The plastic sheeting will REALLY help...

Cool!
The plastic sheeting will REALLY help with the upper cushion, getting the vinyl up and over those top corners.

Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions while you are working...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-05-2021, 02:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,067
Posted By rambow
I only use American Cushion Industries (ACI) buns...

I only use American Cushion Industries (ACI) buns if possible.
Thats what I put into my 66 442's buckets, and thats what I put in my 68 chevelles buckets.

Ames is a reseller for ACI- but be...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-01-2021, 03:00 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,067
Posted By rambow
The ACI buns do NOT need to be trimmed. That...

The ACI buns do NOT need to be trimmed.
That is not the issue here, its all the extra padding that Jim has added under the buns.

Thank you for the link to the Thornton buns though... I may...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-25-2021, 03:47 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
The whole point of this thread was to try and...

The whole point of this thread was to try and show how this can be done by anyone if they know the right steps.

The upholstery for these cars was installed on an assembly line (yes, GM's Trim...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-07-2021, 03:47 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
Showing a couple quick pics of the top burlap...

Showing a couple quick pics of the top burlap strip. This does two things, it pulls the top edgewire down to a set distance from the frame, AND it provides a "shelf" that holds the bun up at the top...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:35 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
..But despite all the shiny clean metal- these...

..But despite all the shiny clean metal- these are still 50+ year old seats and have all the most commonly broken springs.

Both side support springs are broken, and both front corner springs are...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
With the burlap/music wire removed, there are...

With the burlap/music wire removed, there are some more peices of jute felt hogringed to the side springs for insulation keeping the springs from making noise rubbing against each other.

There...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
Now the bun is free... I took a photo showing...

Now the bun is free...
I took a photo showing this one on the bottom side just to show what it looked like.

next is the padding or decking layer.
This is a burlap pad with a layer of cotton...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
Even nice looking covers can reveal some nasty...

Even nice looking covers can reveal some nasty secrets when removed...
This looks like just coffee or soda... but i've seen a lot worse on the underside of vinyl! LOL

Now the bun is exposed, time...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
Under the rear flap, remove the hogrings holding...

Under the rear flap, remove the hogrings holding the rear cover sleeve to the frame.
Remove the metal rod inside the sleeve and save it for later.

Pull the cover up starting at the rear corner...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:07 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
After separating cushions, start on the underside...

After separating cushions, start on the underside of the lower cushion.
Remove all the hogrings holding the attaching sleeve to the frame around the perimeter.
I find twisting them is quicker and...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
A little background- I have been doing seats as...

A little background- I have been doing seats as my hobby business for the last 10 years, basically its my way to fund the classic car hobby for myself.
Due to my own interests I primarily focus on...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 07:56 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,438
Posted By rambow
1965 Bucket Seat Build - Complete Teardown and rebuild

There are quite a few threads out there showing rebuilding 66-72 style seats, but I've never seen one for the 64/65 style buckets.
While the bottom cushions are similar, the upper cushions are...
Forum: Interior TECH 01-06-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,067
Posted By rambow
This really sucks Jim. I've had covers...

This really sucks Jim.

I've had covers split\pull apart on me before, for things that were my fault, and things that were the makers fault... so its hard to say for sure on these.

I can say...
Forum: Interior TECH 12-10-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,065
Posted By rambow
Cranked out some repair springs for Jim's buckets...

Cranked out some repair springs for Jim's buckets last night...

2 pairs of new 9ga front & rear side support springs for both seats
and one new Front to Rear spring (top of photo).

Forgot to...
Forum: Interior TECH 11-24-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,716
Posted By rambow
Yeah i find myself using hogrings for all kinds...

Yeah i find myself using hogrings for all kinds of stuff, just because they are sitting here!

Another good tip... I find myself twisting off the old hogrings when stripping stuff is quicker than...
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