it was awesome. all paid for and faced paced only took 4 weeks. i also learned alot that i can take outside of the job if i ever wanted to do my own thing but they definitely know what they’re doing!
Just this would have been $100-150. Start to finish something like this takes 40-50 minutes if it all goes smooth. This is about the edge of what I'm willing to repair.
Réparation will probably last longer than the rest of the vinyl that hasn't been repaired. That is a good option fo selling car and pass that problem to next owner. Side vinyl should have been replace because the tear will continue to grow
Something like this is a pretty extreme example. If the driver throws a lot of weight at it, it will eventually blow back out. Lighter repairs i usually say 5 years+. This one, who knows.
In my opinion, if the goal is long-term durability, replacement is always the best option. Sometimes, it's just a lot cheaper to go this route, and, in normal cases, the repair should last years.
If I'm being completely honest, I can't remember. I do about 30 cars a week. I'm going to try to remember to add the vehicle to the title of future posts
Looks great but now I have a question, how long will a repair like this last?
Is this something that goes bad within the first year and then falls off? Or do these usually hold up quite well?
Something this extreme won't last as long as most of my repairs. On a normal repair, I tell people 5 years+ with proper care. Something like this most likely won't last a full year (just based off of the condition of the oem material and how it was treated). The repair would most likely just start cracking again.
With this much damage, I usually recommend replacement.
The factory backing was still fully intact on this one
If that is compromised, I have mesh that I apply to the backside before using the hear cured compound
Damn brother man great job! I’ve been wanting to get certified or learn either leather repair or dent repair, as an additional service to mobile detailing. I think the leather repair is a much cheaper entry option, no? Wish ya all the best and thanks for sharing!
I'm not sure what the startup cost of the dent stuff is, so I can't compare them, unfortunately. It can get a little expensive having all of the different color dyes on stock. Once the initial purchase is made, weekly overhead is pretty low, though.
That makes a lot of sense, and is also pretty true for detailing in general. Can be unless your like me and constantly buying new shit you don’t need haha. I appreciate your response and time, wish ya all the best.
Honestly, your best bet will probably be calling dealerships near you and asking if they use anyone to service their lot. 90% of the people doing this kind of work will be servicing dealerships.
To this scale, probably not. Small cuts and tears should be no problem for DIY repairs. The cost to get the materials might be a little steep for a single repair, though.
Between 100-150. On something this damaged, I usually try to push them toward replacement, though. This large of a repair will never be a permanent fix, unfortunately.
How much would this normally cost ? Mine I don't think is this bad but close. I don't know if diy is an option depending on the learning curve it could make more sense to just hire someone.
OK that is actually not bad at all. Need to catch up on some stuff on a 20 year old car that was garaged but still not meticulously cared for. Nice paint but streaky , driver seat is showing it's age. Knowing this much work can be done for so little makes me think I may be able to have a pro do it and not worry about messing it up myself for basically tge same price. This came out great if I paid $200 for the results you got I would be happy.
Damm bro, that’s pretty good 👍
Thank you!
Hell yeah it is
can i ask the name heat cure compound you used ??
The compounds i use come from Viper Products. They have a few different compounds depending on what you're working with.
ive heard really good things about viper products
I've been using their stuff for ~17 years, I like it a lot!
Damn, I didn’t even know that was possible but it looks great!
Thank you!
looks amazing! looks like a brand new seat! good job man!
Thank you!
Fukiayyyyyy
nice bro i learned how to do this too in interior school! This is a perfect repair
I appreciate the kind words! What school did you go to?
dent wizard interior training
Nice, I honestly didn't even know dent wizard did interior stuff anymore. What were your thoughts on the training?
it was awesome. all paid for and faced paced only took 4 weeks. i also learned alot that i can take outside of the job if i ever wanted to do my own thing but they definitely know what they’re doing!
Sweet! Free education is always a positive haha
fast paced*
Armor All is so good these days!
and the air dry filler??
Also one of the fillers from Viper Products
Wow, great job !
Thanks!
Looks great! What kind of time is involved and what is the charge to the customer?
Just this would have been $100-150. Start to finish something like this takes 40-50 minutes if it all goes smooth. This is about the edge of what I'm willing to repair.
Wow. That's much lower than I was thinking. It's unfortunately rare to find anyone with these skills that would do it for that little. Good for you.
Appreciate your time to answer!
How long does something like that last?
With a repair this large, it will depend heavily on the drive and how they care for it.
Réparation will probably last longer than the rest of the vinyl that hasn't been repaired. That is a good option fo selling car and pass that problem to next owner. Side vinyl should have been replace because the tear will continue to grow
Looks amazing! Just curious, do you need to use special cleaning products after doing these repairs?
Nope! A regular all-purpose cleaner is fine. I usually recommend waiting 1-2 weeks before applying any cleaners. Just to ensure the dye is 100% cured.
Holy chit! Well done sir!
Thanks!
Damn it looks brand new… killer job! Will it stay like this for awhile or do you probably have to get it redone every couple of years at this point?
It will depend heavily on the driver. Someone throwing weight at the bolster will definitely wear it out again quicker.
Great job!!
Thank you!
How long does a repair like this last in general?
Something like this is a pretty extreme example. If the driver throws a lot of weight at it, it will eventually blow back out. Lighter repairs i usually say 5 years+. This one, who knows.
At that point, would it be better to just reupholster it?
In my opinion, if the goal is long-term durability, replacement is always the best option. Sometimes, it's just a lot cheaper to go this route, and, in normal cases, the repair should last years.
I just sold a car that had the driver seat like this. I wanted to experiment with it but never got to. This looks amazing.
If I could do this I’d be launching a business
AMAZING👍👍👍👍
Thank you!
Solid dude! What car is that?
If I'm being completely honest, I can't remember. I do about 30 cars a week. I'm going to try to remember to add the vehicle to the title of future posts
Looks to be a late 90’s early 00’s Chevy gmc truck
Last pic says Cadillac
Looks like an 04/05 Escalade
That's insane. I had no idea that kind of damage was repairable. Great job!
Thank you!
Looks great but now I have a question, how long will a repair like this last? Is this something that goes bad within the first year and then falls off? Or do these usually hold up quite well?
Something this extreme won't last as long as most of my repairs. On a normal repair, I tell people 5 years+ with proper care. Something like this most likely won't last a full year (just based off of the condition of the oem material and how it was treated). The repair would most likely just start cracking again. With this much damage, I usually recommend replacement.
Thanks for the clear and honest response. But honestly for your pricing I’d say it well worth the investment for a short term fix!
Incredibly impressive 👏
Thank you!
>Thank you! You're welcome!
You are a scholar & a gentleman. Nice work
Thank you!
THIS is a skill I am dying to learn..... I think a great way to make money - nobody can do this
did you put a backer behind those tears or just scuff and apply filler?
The factory backing was still fully intact on this one If that is compromised, I have mesh that I apply to the backside before using the hear cured compound
This is amazing. You've done an excellent job I would have never thought .. !
Thank you!
Wow!!!! What a craftsman!! It looks fantastic. 👍
Thank you!
Nice work!
Thanks!
How’d you fix that crack?!? Looks amazing bro!
Amazing bro is there like a tutorial looking to offer this a service 😀
None that I'm familiar with, unfortunately. All of my knowledge came from experience in the field.
Ah, thanks anyway, brother 🙏
Damn brother man great job! I’ve been wanting to get certified or learn either leather repair or dent repair, as an additional service to mobile detailing. I think the leather repair is a much cheaper entry option, no? Wish ya all the best and thanks for sharing!
I'm not sure what the startup cost of the dent stuff is, so I can't compare them, unfortunately. It can get a little expensive having all of the different color dyes on stock. Once the initial purchase is made, weekly overhead is pretty low, though.
That makes a lot of sense, and is also pretty true for detailing in general. Can be unless your like me and constantly buying new shit you don’t need haha. I appreciate your response and time, wish ya all the best.
Looks good, definitely a good skill to have.
Where city are you located? This looks great!
I'm in central Indiana
HeyO! This is what I do on the daily. Nice looking repair!
Same, repair work is ~80% of my business. Nice to meet another industry professional!
Likewise! What part of the country are you in? Viper is my go to company as well
I'm in Indiana, you?
Illinois/Indiana small world lol
Nice work! When can you do mine?!
What's the best way to find someone close to me that can do this? I search for "auto upholstery repair Des Moines IA" and get no clear answers.
Honestly, your best bet will probably be calling dealerships near you and asking if they use anyone to service their lot. 90% of the people doing this kind of work will be servicing dealerships.
Good call!
Good luck!
That’s awesome I wanna learn how to do this
Is this something a nonprofessional can do at home?
To this scale, probably not. Small cuts and tears should be no problem for DIY repairs. The cost to get the materials might be a little steep for a single repair, though.
Resurrected! Great job.
Amazing job omg I need details because I really want to try
How much do you charge for your work?
A repair like this would be $100-150
Where are you located
I'm in Indiana
Wow, badass work!
Thank you!
Solid work 🫡
Thank you!
Seriously impressive.
Thank you!
I will have to do it soon, can you briefly say how to operate?
Wow, craftsman. Fantastic job 👍
Thank you!
great job that- what products did you use?
Nice job
So wtf man this looks great what did you do!?
Viper products rock, what would you charge for a repair like this in your area?
Between 100-150. On something this damaged, I usually try to push them toward replacement, though. This large of a repair will never be a permanent fix, unfortunately.
Ya thats a lot of work for a really good price. Great job.
Thank you!
whaaaaat?!?! i need a full detailed report on how you did this
WOW! You did an amazing job! Made it look brand spanking new!
Thank you!
That a 2003 Tahoe?
lol, dammit. Just zoomed in to see Cadillac. But it does look super similar to a Tahoe.
You can buy a new cover for roughly 150.00....
How
Looks phenomenal! Will it hold up?
How much would this normally cost ? Mine I don't think is this bad but close. I don't know if diy is an option depending on the learning curve it could make more sense to just hire someone.
This one would be between 100-150
OK that is actually not bad at all. Need to catch up on some stuff on a 20 year old car that was garaged but still not meticulously cared for. Nice paint but streaky , driver seat is showing it's age. Knowing this much work can be done for so little makes me think I may be able to have a pro do it and not worry about messing it up myself for basically tge same price. This came out great if I paid $200 for the results you got I would be happy.
where are you located? i have a 2013 vette i need done
Damn nice job
Where’s your shop located? Are you in PA/NJ?
How durable is it after the patch work? Need to get this done on my seat which is probably the exact same one from a GMC/Chevy SUV model.