Replacing my interior? Who to choose?

[Andy]

Looks like a project this winter is to definately replace the seats and carpeting in my '79. Looks like all the aftermarket guys have interiors, and the prices are similar. Not sure If I am going to do this myself or not. The seats, I would probably farm out, but to whom. Also, the carpet in my '79 is almost a doeskin color, and with oyster white seats and dash, it just doesn't look right....I believe the previous owner put in the wrong color!! I checked out the manuals and it appears that the correct color is either a light or dark gray, similar to the '78 pace cars sceme. Would appreciate ANY advice on who to use, problems encountered, costs etc. Thanks folks!!

Andy

 

[ft laud mike]

Hi andy,
Am going through similar quandry down here in florida. I am not sure of your other intentions, but I am having my car painted and the interior (as well as engine re-done) . First thing i learned: dont do the interior before you paint, apparently no matter how hard the painter tries you will get some spray on the interior at least thats what I was told. I did have a guy who was referred to me do the seats (as they can be removed before painting). I had the seats farmed out due to my lack of patience ( i have heard that the seats can be a true pain to put on, but have also heard from others that it is easy....(?) believe whichever you are inclined) I paid about 200$ and they turned out real nice (tight, no sags or tears). As far as color goes I did not research what the car came with, I went with what I wanted- dark red/burgundy exterior with light saddle interior. I got the car with a faded red (hugger orange(?)) exterior and vinyl red interior- i doubt it was original like that but it was too much red for me.
Sorry about the long response, take care good luck and post pics when you get it done
mike

 

[Guy]

Andy,

Al Knock is one of THE names for Vette interiors: http://www.alknochinteriors.com/welcome.htm
They will be at Fall Carlisle. I bought pre-mounted cushions for one of my 82's from Ecklers who farmed my order out to Corvette America and I HATED them! The foam was not "pre-crushed" (I think that's the term), therefore, hard as a rock.


Guy

 

[jdp6000]

I bought mine from Willcox Corvette at willcox@bellsouth.net. Best price best quality. Get yourself the seat covers already on foam. They are real easy to install.

Jim

 

[Yoda]

Andy,

Here is a recent Thread on Carpets some great insites on Carpet installation and vendors

Bud

 

[srs244]

I bought mine from Willcox Corvette at willcox@bellsouth.net. Best price best quality. Get yourself the seat covers already on foam. They are real easy to install.

Jim

i wholeheartedly agree with jim about wilcox and their committment to customer service. that said, you should be aware that i believe with the exception of al knoch who does custom type stuff, all of the interiors that are available regardless of who you buy them from are made by corvette america. while i haven't used them, there are many here who swear by the last detail also.

 

[wallyknoch]

you should be aware that i believe with the exception of al knoch who does custom type stuff, all of the interiors that are available regardless of who you buy them from are made by corvette america.

Not so!
And I can easily clear up any confusion in the above statement.
The "Al Knoch Interior Company" has been in business for over 40 years and unlike most we do make our own products. Also, we are considered by most as the leaders of the industry in exact reproduction and quality in the manufacturing of Corvette interiors. As to a NCRS quality interior, nearly all of the Bloomington Gold class of Vettes are sporting our interiors.

 

[srs244]

hey, i got part of it right. you do in fact make your own stuff, lol.

no offense intended. your products and workmanship speak for themselves. i stand corrected!!

 

[Andy]

Afternoon...

I am looking to replace the carpet in my '79. It currently is sporting a doeskin colored interior (carpet) only which looks out of place. I believe the correct color for an oyster white leather interior was gray..much like the scheme for the '78 pace car. I am looking to replace the Oyster white leather seats, new foam etc..I believe 4"bolsters. Can u help with a price??? Would appreciate. Wouldn't be doing for a few months, but just need to find out where to turn. Also, for the seats, Can I ship them to you to be done????

Thanks,

Andy

Not so!
And I can easily clear up any confusion in the above statement.
The "Al Knoch Interior Company" has been in business for over 40 years and unlike most we do make our own products. Also, we are considered by most as the leaders of the industry in exact reproduction and quality in the manufacturing of Corvette interiors. As to a NCRS quality interior, nearly all of the Bloomington Gold class of Vettes are sporting our interiors.

 

[wallyknoch]

Hello Andy,
In reference and respect to the good people that run this great forum in mind, I will withhold an answer to your post on any details. However, you may use my personal site at http://www.nitroalley.net to contact me by E Mail for the special forum prices I can make available to you as a member and fellow Vette owner.
yours truly,
Wally Knoch

 

[BarryK]

Andy
Email Wally as he will give you a very fair price on the Al Knoch products

 

[Andy]

Thanks Guy..Looks like a nice website and a good price at $599.00. They have just what I am looking for....Now to let the moths out of my wallet!!!

Thanks,

Andy

Andy,

Al Knock is one of THE names for Vette interiors: http://www.alknochinteriors.com/welcome.htm
They will be at Fall Carlisle. I bought pre-mounted cushions for one of my 82's from Ecklers who farmed my order out to Corvette America and I HATED them! The foam was not "pre-crushed" (I think that's the term), therefore, hard as a rock.


Guy

 

[Guy]

Thanks Guy..Looks like a nice website and a good price at $599.00. They have just what I am looking for....Now to let the moths out of my wallet!!!

Thanks,

Andy

Andy - I don't know if it's worth the trip for you, but I think you can order and arrange to pick up your items at Fall Carlisle.

Wally - I was the guy selling Corvette cup holders across from you in Stepinwolf's space at Carlisle last month. Al brought over a nice tray of hordevoures one morning .

Good luck, Andy,

Guy

 

[James1970]

Andy
Email Wally as he will give you a very fair price on the Al Knoch products

I AGREE!!

James1970

 

[Mr. Chuck]

Just finish re-carpeted my 81, used carpet from Mid-America; spec'd OEM color. Fit was excellent with minor edge trim & installed pre-assembled storage door assy from Corvette Mike. My first attempt at carpet replacement came out great, I am very happy with quality of carpet and the finished job.

 

[GREG W.]

Looks like a project this winter is to definately replace the seats and carpeting in my '79. Looks like all the aftermarket guys have interiors, and the prices are similar. Not sure If I am going to do this myself or not. The seats, I would probably farm out, but to whom. Also, the carpet in my '79 is almost a doeskin color, and with oyster white seats and dash, it just doesn't look right....I believe the previous owner put in the wrong color!! I checked out the manuals and it appears that the correct color is either a light or dark gray, similar to the '78 pace cars sceme. Would appreciate ANY advice on who to use, problems encountered, costs etc. Thanks folks!!

Andy

ANDY,
You probably already have done them but....Al Knoch (at alknochinteriors.com) is nothing but good. Just did my LT-1 (leather seat covers and foam) and they are perfect. Paragon uses them. From all research I've done theirs are considered best for NCRS judging(supposed to be exact reproductions-looks like it to me). I had a pro install them with all original hardware. Highly recomended.
Greg

 

[Andy]

Thanks Greg..My carpet replacement project is about 90% completed. Here is a link to the pictures we have taken so far. Purchased new leather seats on foam from Al Knoch for $525.00. The seat frames and installation in the buckets were done by a professional auto upholstery place near my house for $25.00..can u believe that price!!!!

With any luck, the seats should go back in the car this week....

Installed new front speakers, had to cut out the carpet sections and install on the door panels as well, plus while I was at it, since my door panels had VERY noticeable rips in them, I had them repaired by a shop close to home..needed a new pigtail connector for my passenger side door lock and a few other minor items..All told I have about 40 hours in the project, at least. Friend of mine, BarryK who u will find in the C2 forum helped me out....

The hardest part of all was replacing the carpet on the rear storage boxes, plus i needed new lastic trim edges that go around each door.

http://69.253.166.197/page1/page75/page75.html

Andy

ANDY,
You probably already have done them but....Al Knoch (at alknochinteriors.com) is nothing but good. Just did my LT-1 (leather seat covers and foam) and they are perfect. Paragon uses them. From all research I've done theirs are considered best for NCRS judging(supposed to be exact reproductions-looks like it to me). I had a pro install them with all original hardware. Highly recomended.
Greg