So you say your motorcycle seat is trimmed in faux gator, eh? Well this badass from the bayou has you beat. He forwent imitation leather for the genuine article. … [Read more...] about Photo: Alligator Motorcycle Seat
Scott Beard of Tuck ‘N Roll Upholstery
The Mesabi Daily News recently profiled Scott Beard of Tuck 'N Roll Upholstery in Eveleth, MN – explaining how he got his start in the auto upholstery industry and why he's been so successful. After working in the craft for 33 years, he has quite a story to tell. … [Read more...] about Scott Beard of Tuck ‘N Roll Upholstery
10 Most Ridiculous Car Dashboards
With their strange curves and abundance of buttons, knobs and switches, some dashboards are hell to look at and even worse to upholster – especially if you don't have access to a thermo vacuum forming machine. Our friends over at Jalopnik recently asked their community of car enthusiasts to name some of the most ridiculous dashboards they've ever seen. These were among them: … [Read more...] about 10 Most Ridiculous Car Dashboards
Flashback: First Automobile Safety Belt
Believe it or not, seat belt's weren't always standard in cars. In fact, for a long time they didn't even exist – which is what makes this magazine clipping about the introduction of the safety device all the more interesting. … [Read more...] about Flashback: First Automobile Safety Belt
Sending Prayers to Austin Auto Threads
It is with heavy hearts we report that Roberto Reyna, owner and operator of Austin Auto Threads, was shot and killed outside of his home in Austin, Texas last Saturday. … [Read more...] about Sending Prayers to Austin Auto Threads
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