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Beware of Cheap Seat Foam: A Cautionary Tale for GM Strato Bucket Seats

January 22, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Beware of Cheap Seat Foam- A Cautionary Tale for Restoring GM Strato Bucket Seats

As an auto upholsterer, there’s nothing more satisfying than restoring a classic car interior to its former glory. But sometimes, even the best efforts can hit an unexpected snag. Recently, I fully restored a pair of 1969 Pontiac GTO bucket seats for a customer, only to discover a hidden issue that left us both scratching our heads. … [Read more...] about Beware of Cheap Seat Foam: A Cautionary Tale for GM Strato Bucket Seats

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