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Old Jul 9, 2014 | 02:10 PM
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Just for what its worth the shipping is extra. Like $55.00 extra. But still worth it. I just order my
pair plus a RB tshirt.
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Old Jul 9, 2014 | 02:16 PM
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price is for a pair of seats,,, much better lol
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Old Jul 9, 2014 | 03:23 PM
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Too bad they don't have seat covers for my 80 LS.
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Old Jul 9, 2014 | 03:44 PM
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My local automotive upholstery shop quoted me 3.5 hours per seat plus materials, so the RB covers were much cheaper. They turned out pretty nicely and look like they belong in the car so I'm a happy camper.
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Old Jul 10, 2014 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by t_g_farrell
Just for what its worth the shipping is extra. Like $55.00 extra. But still worth it. I just order my
pair plus a RB tshirt.


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*Prices include shipping and handling charges to destinations in the continental United States via UPS (United Parcel Post). Shipping to Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and Canada will be sent via USPS (US Postal Service) and a $30.00 (US) shipping charge will be added during checkout. For all other international destinations, contact us via phone or email for a shipping quote.
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Old Jul 10, 2014 | 09:42 AM
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Thats the shipping charge that showed up in my cart. I may call them about it but I still want the seat covers so ....
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Old Jul 10, 2014 | 03:10 PM
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Thats the shipping charge that showed up in my cart. I may call them about it but I still want the seat covers so ....
Same thing happened to me. I think they're confused about what the web page says. Still a good deal, though it would be nice if they read their own item page.
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 09:29 AM
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Thats the shipping charge that showed up in my cart. I may call them about it but I still want the seat covers so ....
Probably an issue with the way the web shopping cart is calculating. Give them a call, I'll bet they can clear it up for you.

I'm lucky enough that I can buy over-the-counter from them, as I work less than a mile away. I've never had to order from them via the web.
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Old Jul 22, 2014 | 05:55 PM
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Now that i see them both i defintly need to get a set
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Old Jul 22, 2014 | 06:50 PM
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Looking good. The best way I have found to replace a deteriorated bolster is to completely cut it out and glue in a new block of foam available from any auto upholstery supplier. Use an electric carving knife to give it the basic shape. Then use a small disc sander with 80 grit on an angle grinder to do the final shaping. Simple, cheap and works great. Herb
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Old Jul 24, 2014 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by OCDHerb
Looking good. The best way I have found to replace a deteriorated bolster is to completely cut it out and glue in a new block of foam available from any auto upholstery supplier. Use an electric carving knife to give it the basic shape. Then use a small disc sander with 80 grit on an angle grinder to do the final shaping. Simple, cheap and works great. Herb
Good advice. Sounds really easy to do except now I have to hunt garage sales for an
electric carving knife
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Old Jul 31, 2014 | 01:20 PM
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So the web listing is correct after all. I just got $55.00 credit on the shipping I paid because it IS
included in the price. I didn't even mention it, they just sent me an email that notified me of the
fact. One more reason I like working with these guys. Over the years they have always treated
me well.

Oh and seat covers show up Monday! I think I know what the next project will be. I'll take a lot
of pictures.

BTW, does Hobby Lobby carry decent foam to use? Just curious what the exact specs need to
be on any new foam I may add in.
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Old Jul 31, 2014 | 01:41 PM
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I bet a fabric shop like Jo-Ann's Fabric has foam.
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Old Aug 1, 2014 | 12:15 AM
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Those look realllly nice.
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Old Aug 1, 2014 | 12:33 AM
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>... those look great .. I may just do that till I can find the right fabric for mine
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Old Aug 1, 2014 | 08:20 AM
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Found this great site that had some excellent articles about how to reupholster your seats.

These are just a couple that I found, theres many more there. Just search on upholstery.

Classic Car Upholstery 101: Seat Rebuilding - Part 1
Classic Car Upholstery 101: Re-Covering Seats - Part 2
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Old Aug 4, 2014 | 04:04 PM
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My seat covers arrived. WooHoo! Will document and share my experience.
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