Shed safety
Safety’s fine if you’ve got the time For many, part of the fun of owning a specialty vehicle is time spent in the shed working on it. But that fun can turn into trouble if safety isn’t considered. We’ve all had little whoopsies working on our cars, which at the very least has slowed work […]
Car Interior Themes
Perfect Match Creating a great car interior means more than just choosing materials and colours. It’s about making sure that every element works with the other. This means for looks AND function. It’s about stirring emotions, creating a story, and capturing attention for the right reasons. Different cars have a specific style or look, and […]
Interior Restoration
This month we’ll concentrate solely on HSKG’s specialty, the interior, and how best to tackle this part of your restoration project. More Evaluation Much like the vehicle overall, the interior restoration begins with inspecting the car thoroughly. Note any scratches, rips, stains, or imperfections in the upholstery. Start a running list of issues or things […]
The restoration process
Steps of Car Restoration The basic steps of the car restoration process involve evaluation, disassembly, mechanical repairs, bodywork, painting, electrical repairs, reassembly, and interior repairs. Evaluation: Look at the car and decide what needs to be fixed. Disassembly: Take the car apart. Check every piece. Mechanical […]
Restoring your Classic car
Car restoration is like a magic show. Take an old or damaged car and make it look new again. People who love cars and history will probably enjoy car restoration. They like the nostalgia of old cars having a second life. Are you thinking of buying and restoring a classic car? Perhaps it’s always been […]
Stay Cool in Your Car: Battling Heat in a Warm Climate
Stay Cool in Your Car Cars in warmer climates pose a challenge when it comes to staying cool and looking stylish. The interior environment can be notoriously difficult, with various surface finishes within tight confines, all encased in a sleek metal and glass shell. Cooling down a car is far more challenging than warming it […]
Musical soundtrack
A large part of enjoying your ride out on the road is sharing the fun with friends and family. Much like your favourite movie, the musical soundtrack accompanying the journey is a vital part of the experience. To create the perfect soundtrack, you’ll need a method to bring the music into your car. Crafting the […]
Tips from a trimmer
Many car builders tend to overlook the interior, often undervaluing the trimmer’s role, which is seen as overpriced. As the last in line during the build, trimmers bear the consequences of preceding decisions. This is especially true if how the trim is to be finished wasn’t taken into account. Normally at the end of the […]