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I used a needle to place strong thread every 1/2 inch along the curved and cowl panel areas to draw the welt into place. Have the thread long enough to be pulled from the inside. This also works for fender welt. just clip the excess thread when done.

I am sure that more than one of the FB members have reconditioned an original cowl band. Would anyone care to share your method, tools, tips for what to avoid and any other pertinent information that you may have for the process. Pictures of your work or a video would be of great value. I...

If you consider driving your vehicle somewhere and renting a U Haul trailer to tow a vehicle back home, I suggest that you check a local U Haul dealer as to suitability of your tow vehicle to handle the trailer and car load.

Understanding the comments as to legal or not, my thought is with the drivers on the road today and the rather bright taillights on modern cars that most are accustomed to seeing, even the brightness and location of two original Model A taillights are totally inadequate on todays roads.

The Weldwood adhesive is available in a spray can. This is really good adhesive made for upholstery work. one source: https://www.ebay.com/itm/127662624778?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&google_free_listing_action=view_item

No. You are asking the question on the WRONG site Ray.

Only AS1 laminated glass should be used for windshield. It is the highest quality glass available. Never use tempered glass.

This diagram may help.

If you are considering a used machine, I suggest that you stay away from a commercial type machine with a clutch motor, those things run continuous and at speeds not meant for inexperienced upholstery work. Go for a walking foot machine with a servo motor. This type machines are much easier...

As posted you need the base for mix the tints, but more important, you need the formulas for the colors, the scale to measure the tint, and the proper shaker equipment to mix the final coating.

Might want to look at this for a fuel pump controller. https://www.revolutionelectronics.com/Products/Fuel_Pump.html

You may want to explore the idea of having an upholstery shop replace the seat and back springs on the original base with webbing and high density foam and recover with new material. That will preserve the original configuration if it is ever desired to return the seats to original.

Running board is a great place for my grandson to have a snack.

Sounds like you are looking to build a modified or hot rod style of car. Before you embark on the project there are a few things I suggest you consider. Do you have a nice roomy shop building to work in and leave the project protected when you are off doing other things? Do you have the tools...

Find a paint shop that will paint the car, that in itself may not be easy, they will tell you what needs to be done to the body and fenders for them to apply a new coat of paint. My opinion is the fenders and hood will need to be painted off the car to get complete coverage. Be leery of body...