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Mercedes-Benz SLK: Painting Interior Plastic

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I recently purchased a 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 and discovered a major interior defect that owners have been struggling with since the vehicle debuted in 1996. Evidently, Mercedes-Benz used a low-quality paint on the cabin’s interior plastics that scratches easily, leaving SLK owners with an ugly interior unbefitting of a luxury car. Without a doubt, it wasn't something … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz SLK: Painting Interior Plastic

Design Studio: 1955-57 Chevy

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The Hog Ring Design Studio is a growing collection of vehicle interior renderings that lack color and detail, but provide a solid foundation for you to experiment on top of with various color schemes and stitch patterns. Until now our renderings have been of generic seats and cabins. However, this month we unveil the first of many vehicle makes and models: a 1955-57 Chevrolet. … [Read more...] about Design Studio: 1955-57 Chevy

Shop Profile: Roy Powell of Drew’s Garage

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Master trimmer and long-time THR contributor Roy Keith Powell recently closed his shop, Roy Keith Classics, and joined the team at Drew’s Garage — moving over 1,000 miles from Hot Springs, SD, to Tempe, AZ. Curious about the big move, The Hog Ring spoke to Roy about what inspired him to embark on this new journey, what he’s doing now, and his first project with the new team: … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Roy Powell of Drew’s Garage