Classic Car Wiring Restoration
Hard wired One of the common things we see when building a fresh interior is the rat’s nest of wiring behind the dash. Old, brittle wiring, and wiring going nowhere seem to plague many older cars. Ideally, the best time to tackle classic car wiring troubleshooting and restoration would be before the trim goes in. […]
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 […]
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 […]