I am going to take a stab at it. Infered in both responses is the
stiffener needs to be bowed to the extent that it mates up with the frame?
Good advice re: take the time to do a good job, there will be other shows!
THANK YOU for the reality check,
DCM
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> From: Dodd, Kelvin <doddk@mossmotors.com>
> To: David Moore <davohnoo@worldnet.att.net>
> Cc: mgs@autox.team.net
> Subject: RE: Seat Kits
> Date: Tuesday, August 31, 1999 11:47 AM
>
> David:
>
> The back stiffener card can be steamed slightly to make it easier to
> shape. It will work ok dry tho'. Use a contact adhesive and tape to
hold
> the card to the frame while the glue takes.
>
> The card is included along with extra padding in the custom leather
> kits because the extra seat back is cut slightly differently from the
> original.
>
> The stock seat back cards are also supplied flat and installed in
> the same manner. No biggie, they just make the back of the seat have a
nice
> smooth bowed shape.
>
> Just a suggestion. Upholstery is something that can be installed by
> a DIY owner to great effect, but there is no substitute for the
experience
> and tools of a professional. If you feel uncomfortable with installing
the
> kit, I would suggest thinking about having the seats finished by someone
> with experience. If you choose to go ahead, take your time and don't let
> this one car show dictate your enjoyment of the seats for years to come.
>
>
> Hope this helps
>
> Kelvin.
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: David Moore [mailto:davohnoo@worldnet.att.net]
> > Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 1999 11:03 AM
> > To: mgs list
> > Subject: Seat Kits
> >
> >
> > Does anyone have any experience installing the leather
> > aftermarker Moss
> > leather seat kits for later MGB's?
> > The back stffener is supplied flat and I am kind of afraid of it.
> >
> > If I don't get something done soon I will miss the ABFM this
> > weekend in
> > Portland Oregon.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > DCM
> > 71BGT with partially installed interior.
> >
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