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Photo: DIY Door Panel Gone Horribly Wrong

February 18, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - DIY Custom Door Panels

I’m no expert in car audio, but I’d like to think I know a thing or two about custom door panels. While this one is certainly original, the execution seems a bit off — don’t you think? … [Read more...] about Photo: DIY Door Panel Gone Horribly Wrong

Photo: Bugatti’s Laser-Engraved Panels

December 18, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Bugatti Veyron Meo Costantini

Check out the door panels in the Bugatti Veyron Meo Costantini — which, of course, was built in honor of the legendary 1920s car racer who bore the same name. … [Read more...] about Photo: Bugatti’s Laser-Engraved Panels

Lambo Stitching with Brent Parker 3

March 6, 2014 By Tech Help

The Hog Ring - Auto Upholstery News - Brent Parker Motor Trimming Door Panels

Over the last few weeks, we’ve followed master trimmer Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming in Glenorie, Australia as he restored the interior of a rare 1974 Lamborghini Espada. In part one of our four-part series showcasing his work, Brent showed us how he upholstered the Espada’s dashboard and console. Part two focused on its custom seats. In this third installment, … [Read more...] about Lambo Stitching with Brent Parker 3

When Door Panels Were Luxury Items

February 20, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - 1971 Monte Carlo Door Panel

Forget about expensive cup holders, perfuming systems and even vibrating car seats. Believe it or not, at one time a feature as simple as a door panel was considered a luxury item. And when automakers started making them standard, well that was a big deal. … [Read more...] about When Door Panels Were Luxury Items

Custom Door Panels by Fesler Built

December 19, 2013 By Tech Help

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Fesler Custom Door Panels

While in Las Vegas for the 2013 SEMA show, I stopped by the display booth of Fesler Built to see their interior products and accessories. What stood out the most to me were their custom fiberglass door panels – which are definitely worth considering for your next hot rod project. … [Read more...] about Custom Door Panels by Fesler Built

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