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10 Questions for Trimmer Ron Mangus

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We at The Hog Ring are excited to share with you the first in a series of interviews that we call “10 Questions” – where we pose 10 questions to a master, innovator or business leader in the field of auto upholstery who we believe our community of auto trimmers can learn from or be inspired by. Master auto trimmer Ron Mangus of Ron Mangus Hot Rod Interiors in Rialto, … [Read more...] about 10 Questions for Trimmer Ron Mangus

The Benefits of Trimming in Bamboo

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We all know that customizing vehicle interiors involves a delicate balance of form and function – especially when constructing solid structures like dashboards, consoles and speaker cabinets. While the go to material for these types of projects is usually wood or fiberglass, both have serious drawbacks that need to be considered. Wood is easy to work with, but it often adds … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Trimming in Bamboo

Auto Trim and Hydrographic Printing

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In the past, auto trimmers used self-adhesive trim kits to enhance the look and feel of plain dashboards. But that’s when flat dashes were the norm and suppliers manufactured one-size-fits-all trim kits in a limited range of colors and designs. Today’s cars feature wrap-around dashboards that are so complex and unique it’s almost impossible for suppliers to mass produce trim … [Read more...] about Auto Trim and Hydrographic Printing

5 Ways to Handle Difficult Customers

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  We’ve all experienced difficult customers before. You know the type – they complain about your prices; drop by everyday to “see how things are coming along”; nitpick on your work before the job is even finished; and - even after you meet all of their requirements – still aren’t satisfied. Fortunately, there are ways to handle difficult customers. Here are the … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Handle Difficult Customers