Ordered a new interior kit from Classique- Super EASY

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Called up Classique (left message) and followed up with email for an interior kit for my 1931 82B Budd cab pickup. Mike called me back and made sure of a few particulars, and charged me half to get the order started. I told him I am in NO rush. He asked when I might be ready and I said next spring at the absolute SOONEST. He said "How about April?" I said perfect!! Boom. Done. Simple. Gave me choices of patterns, colors, etc. Asked if it was going to be fine point or not. I said ABSOLUTELY not! Mike said he knows exactly what to do. I am highly confident that he does.

For those that don't know, Classique is very involved with Model A youth programs. He just doesn't shout it from the rooftops, he's low-key about it. I believe- We should support him back.
 
I ordered the complete kit for my S/W town sedan from him. Pretty easy to install and looks great! Definitely would go to him again!
 
I also highly recommend Classtique. I ordered a carpet from Mike this past summer. It arrived here ahead of schedule and looks and fits terrific. The hobby is very fortunate to have Classtique as a supplier.
 
My kit is sitting on my dogs crate waiting to go into the car. It took a few months but boom done. I would go order other things from him but I only have 1 Model A.

Mike
 
My experience with Mike was similar, very easy, very accommodating. In my case he delivered in about half the time he originally estimated, so P.S., don’t be surprised if you get your order in February, not April.

You’re gonna do a video on the install, right?
 
JayJay said:
....You’re gonna do a video on the install, right?
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I have not thought about it. Should I? I haven't been doing a lot of video on the truck build, mainly because I didn't think it would relate well with the new Model A people my videos target.
 
I think any videos on interior install would be well received. Granted a new Model A owner might not immediately replace an interior, but on the other hand a new interior can really spruce up a car that is solid mechanically, and it doesn’t require a lot of specialized tools or knowledge.
 
sounds great- but more importantly, they are the only vendor left of this sort.


so imperative to keep it going.............
 
I also recently ordered an interior kit for the Wretched Roadster because the 68 year old leather seat is splitting. Less important, the vinyl (?) interior panels are scuffed and worn. I didn’t order the kit for the rumble seat because it’s barely worn.
The seat cover kit comes with hog rings and pliers, so I figure I’ll watch some YouTube tutorials and see if I’m up to it. I’ll reach out to fellow Alamo A’s members too. As a last resort I’ll turn to one of the upholstery shops around here.
Talking to Mike and his assistant on the phone took me back to my days in Minnesota. Yah, you betcha.
 
Just received complete interior for 1931 deluxe roadster from them. Real nice work. I did have them cover the cushions for me also.
 

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I have not thought about it. Should I? I haven't been doing a lot of video on the truck build, mainly because I didn't think it would relate well with the new Model A people my videos target.
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It would show them the trials and tribulation of assembly/restoration (not to mention the expense) over buying a complete done running car first. While your videos target the new guys keep us owners on the hook with the deeper repair videos.

I ordered correct 29 material for the Glide seat I put in our Coupe. Next is some to make new side panels to cover where Henry saved 2 cents per car by not having the interior and rumble seat side panels meet. I also need to order some gray to redo some Recaros for our 28 Tudor. Stock Model A seats and my bad back do not get along.
 

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David in San Antonio said:
I also recently ordered an interior kit for the Wretched Roadster because the 68 year old leather seat is splitting. Less important, the vinyl (?) interior panels are scuffed and worn. I didn’t order the kit for the rumble seat because it’s barely worn.
The seat cover kit comes with hog rings and pliers, so I figure I’ll watch some YouTube tutorials and see if I’m up to it. I’ll reach out to fellow Alamo A’s members too. As a last resort I’ll turn to one of the upholstery shops around here.
Talking to Mike and his assistant on the phone took me back to my days in Minnesota. Yah, you betcha.
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Just my recommendation, go to your local hardware store and spend $15-$20 for a heavier duty hog ring pliers. What comes with the kit will get the job done but the heavier one is much easier to squeeze and your hand won't get as tired. My local Ace Hardware is where I got mine.
 
P.S. said:
I have not thought about it. Should I? I haven't been doing a lot of video on the truck build, mainly because I didn't think it would relate well with the new Model A people my videos target.
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Well, think about how Leno's channel occasionally posts "Restoration Blog" videos that just show what they're working on behind the scenes. Very different from the normal episodes, but they still do basically the same numbers.
 
They have very good top kits too. Bought one for my 1929 Standard Coupe. Mike also hooked me up when I needed to replace just a couple of the wood top ribs for the car. He was a huge help.
 
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