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Wool Fabric, Upholstry |
nickp997 |
Jan 10 2015, 10:24 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 17-June 11 From: Texas Member No.: 13,207 Region Association: South East States |
Just an FYI
I'm reupholstering my seats in the Porsche Orange & Black plaid and bought my material from SMS Auto Fabrics ( www.smsautofabrics.com ) They claim to have the worlds largest inventory of original fabric and vinyl. I received samples from AA and SMS and both seem to be the real deal. AA is $129.50 a yard and SMS is $89. My guess is AA buys from SMS and resells. Give them a call if you dont see what your looking for. They dont display their entire selection On another note I visited a Hispanic upholstery shop in Houston. The owner gave me a quick lesson in vinyl. He laid out 5-identical vinyl swatches and asked me to try and rip them by hand. Three pieces ripped like paper, one took a bit of effort and the last was impossible to tear by hand. He told me to be careful when buying online. Needless to say I'm letting him supply my vinyl |
veekry9 |
Jan 10 2015, 04:00 PM
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OldMember Group: Retired Members Posts: 3,068 Joined: 17-June 13 From: TO Member No.: 16,025 Region Association: Canada |
Have his business info?A name address T#?
His services may be a valuable asset here. https://www.google.ca/maps/search/automotiv...#33;3m1!4b1 |
914Sixer |
Jan 11 2015, 06:47 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 8,906 Joined: 17-January 05 From: San Angelo Texas Member No.: 3,457 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I see that you are a newbie here. Please check out 914Rubber.com., they have the material along with many other things you might need.
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nickp997 |
Jan 12 2015, 01:32 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 17-June 11 From: Texas Member No.: 13,207 Region Association: South East States |
I see that you are a newbie here. Please check out 914Rubber.com., they have the material along with many other things you might need. I've been around for a long time but havent been active in the site. I check it every now and then but rarely comment. too busy with relocating, work travel and restoration. If it were possible I would have purchased stock in 914rubber as he was my largest single spend category for awhile. I didnt however know he carried the fabric. Cool |
nickp997 |
Jan 12 2015, 01:33 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 17-June 11 From: Texas Member No.: 13,207 Region Association: South East States |
Have his business info?A name address T#? His services may be a valuable asset here. https://www.google.ca/maps/search/automotiv...#33;3m1!4b1 SMS Auto Fabrics 350 South Redwood St. Canby, OR 97013 (Map) Phone: (503) 263-3535 Fax: (503) 263-3525 Mon-Fri 8:30-5:00 PST |
Mikey914 |
Jan 12 2015, 01:54 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,678 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Yes this is the company I used to make these. They are in my home town, and about 35 min away.
But they have many wool fabrics, these retail at $125. Which is about what I sell for, They are a wholesale source for many different vehicles, mostly domestic. They are not easy to deal with unless you walk in the door. I had to commit to 120 yards of material to get the pattern made. So, yes you can deal with them or me, hopefully you need more. like the matched vinyl bolster and sides, or sewn together in a kit, or something else I can include to make it a better deal from me. But either way the price I paid was more than the $89 you quoted. Pretty sure they quoted another pattern, or grade. |
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