Ordered a JC kit for the project. While waiting for the body shop to complete their work I am working through the long list of smaller tasks needing done.
One is the upholstery. Yes, I know I can have a pro do it. But, I'd like to take a stab at doing this myself.
I found a bit of info in the Tech Bulletins Chevrolet published long ago. The PO used "hog rings" on the replacement he did. It's "ok", but needs replaced. The rings have torn through, in places. I prefer to not use those again. The clips, also in hand, JC sells look to be more of a hassle to instal than preferred.
I am pondering options. Now leading, is to use a leather hole punch at each anchor point, insterting a short piece of round bar--approx 16 penny nail gauge-- between the folded vinyl and slipping a plastic zip tie into the punched hole and wrapping it around a seat anchor point and cinching it up.
Opinions please...Do you think it will work and last?
