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71-longbed · 05-12-2004, 04:01 AM

Any of you fellow pacific northwest guys know of a good upholstery shop in the salem or surrounding area ??

anyone ever refoamed there bench seat themselves ... mines mighty matted down ... getting really annoying

thanks

68plus4sub · 05-17-2004, 12:42 AM

The only one's I know are Hopp's in Oregon City, and something like Ron's out on 82nd and around Woodstock in SE Portland. I had Hopp's do my front seat, and they will also do my 2nd and 3rd when I get around to them. Might have them tackle the head liner if I decide not to do it. I like them a lot, but they are people my company have used for years and have become friends of mine. I like their work, or I wouldn't take anything else to them, but I am a little biased because they are friends. Both may be more of a drive than you're looking for, but if not, I would get quotes from both.

Hope that little bit of info helps!

71-longbed · 05-17-2004, 01:01 AM

thanks for the info ... the fabric on my bench seat seems fine .. just the foam that needs replacing...its a full foam seat (according to my glovebox sticker) im sure that makes a difference

.. if you have some spare time ... i'd really appreciate a quote ... if anything to give me a ballpark figure ....
Also i was curious how long it would take to do ???
And would they need to remove the seat to complete the job ??

thanks alot

peace

68plus4sub · 05-17-2004, 01:18 AM

Hopp's re-upholstered and added more foam to my seat for under $500 total. Can't give you the exact figure because I got the "friends discount". I would like to get that discount again, so I honor their request not to give out the exact price. If you're just looking to add foam to the seat, I would try and do it myself if I were you. I think I remember some of the vendors having replacement foam, but looked around a bit and couldn't find exactly who. The other option is to overlay some foam if the old one isn't completely toast. This could be an afternoon job if you have the ability to take the cover off and put it back on. Some good foam from a foam supplier and spray adhesive can go a long way.

By the way, any of this kind of work is much easier to do with the seat out, and wouldn't take long if you're doing it yourself. Also, if it's only the foam I would check the price differance at multiple shops and upholstery shops before having it installed.

If you really want the whole foam piece replaced and still need help on a price, let me know and I'll see if Hopp's can get it and how much.

Hope I didn't ramble too much!!

Later,

Jason

71-longbed · 05-17-2004, 01:26 AM

thanks for your rambling ... gives me a good idea of my options .. i was thinking of doing it myself ... i have a temporary foam mat that im sitting on now ... but the seat is obviously more matted towards the door then inward .... so i sit alittle cock-eyed in my seat still .....

thanks again ..

05-12-2004, 04:01 AM	#1
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	Oregon Upholstery Places Any of you fellow pacific northwest guys know of a good upholstery shop in the salem or surrounding area ?? anyone ever refoamed there bench seat themselves ... mines mighty matted down ... getting really annoying thanks __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

05-17-2004, 12:42 AM	#2
68plus4sub Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 210	The only one's I know are Hopp's in Oregon City, and something like Ron's out on 82nd and around Woodstock in SE Portland. I had Hopp's do my front seat, and they will also do my 2nd and 3rd when I get around to them. Might have them tackle the head liner if I decide not to do it. I like them a lot, but they are people my company have used for years and have become friends of mine. I like their work, or I wouldn't take anything else to them, but I am a little biased because they are friends. Both may be more of a drive than you're looking for, but if not, I would get quotes from both. Hope that little bit of info helps! __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Suburban ('68 front clip), 2wd, 350/350, factory tilt 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 1997 Harley-Davidson Soft Tail Custom 1948 Chevrolet Coupe (project) 1972 Porsche 914

05-17-2004, 01:01 AM	#3
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	Wow thanks for the info ... the fabric on my bench seat seems fine .. just the foam that needs replacing...its a full foam seat (according to my glovebox sticker) im sure that makes a difference .. if you have some spare time ... i'd really appreciate a quote ... if anything to give me a ballpark figure .... Also i was curious how long it would take to do ??? And would they need to remove the seat to complete the job ?? thanks alot peace __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

05-17-2004, 01:18 AM	#4
68plus4sub Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 210	Hopp's re-upholstered and added more foam to my seat for under $500 total. Can't give you the exact figure because I got the "friends discount". I would like to get that discount again, so I honor their request not to give out the exact price. If you're just looking to add foam to the seat, I would try and do it myself if I were you. I think I remember some of the vendors having replacement foam, but looked around a bit and couldn't find exactly who. The other option is to overlay some foam if the old one isn't completely toast. This could be an afternoon job if you have the ability to take the cover off and put it back on. Some good foam from a foam supplier and spray adhesive can go a long way. By the way, any of this kind of work is much easier to do with the seat out, and wouldn't take long if you're doing it yourself. Also, if it's only the foam I would check the price differance at multiple shops and upholstery shops before having it installed. If you really want the whole foam piece replaced and still need help on a price, let me know and I'll see if Hopp's can get it and how much. Hope I didn't ramble too much!! Later, Jason __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Suburban ('68 front clip), 2wd, 350/350, factory tilt 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 1997 Harley-Davidson Soft Tail Custom 1948 Chevrolet Coupe (project) 1972 Porsche 914

05-17-2004, 01:26 AM	#5
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	thanks for your rambling ... gives me a good idea of my options .. i was thinking of doing it myself ... i have a temporary foam mat that im sitting on now ... but the seat is obviously more matted towards the door then inward .... so i sit alittle cock-eyed in my seat still ..... thanks again .. __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.



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