Avid classic car enthusiasts will eventually need to replace carpet in one of their cars. Installing “Cut-Sewn” carpet sets presents different challenges then “Molded” carpet sets. Mark Simpson explains how to prepare the interior, position and place the carpet, while Hot Rod Builder, Gary Simpson demonstrates how to: form and relax the carpet using a hand-held steamer, gluing and trimming carpet, and how to make dimmer switch holes that won’t fray at the edges. With a little time and patience any car enthusiast can achieve professional results on their next carpet installation.
-
1:02
Body on a Chassis Car
In this video, it’s time to get the body on the Chassis. In one afternoon, the team puts the headliner and vinyl top on the car and also sets the glass in it. Both the headliner and top are original materials which really make the car look sharp!
Watch Now >> -
6:50
How to Replace a Trunk Mat
Protecting your trunk floor, and reducing heat/noise from entering your car are important aspects of installing a high quality trunk mat. Mark Simpson shows us the process of planning out, making a template, cutting and installing a new trunk mat in a classic car. For this project the team will be using an innovative new…
Watch Now >> -
2:05
Making Holes in Car Floor Carpet
Cutting perfectly round fray-free holes in carpet is a lot easier than you thought, Mark Simpson demonstrates a quick tip to help your next carpet installation project go easier.
Watch Now >> -
5:23
Intro to Car Floor Installation
Craig Hopkins installs a full car floor on a Dodge Challenger just the way the factory would do it. You will learn how to properly support and level it on jack stands to keep the car from drooping on either end or in the middle. Also, make sure to put the floor in first then…
Watch Now >>