Advice needed

[AndyC]

Not sure where to post this, but have a couple of questions in reference to windlace. I have a 1962 Chrysler New yorker that I bought several years ago. 2nd owner, and it  has less than 40K miles on it. The interior is/was original, and the seats are currently out and being re-upholstered. Have been doing research on windlace, and several methods are mentioned, (tack strips, alligator clips, screws, and plugs.)  All references I can find online are GM vehicles. Here are my questions.

1. How is the windace attached on this car.

2. Is this something I can do myself. (note, I'm 73, DO NOT have a garage, and spent my entire adult life as a Paramedic/Firefighter.

 

Edited February 11, 2018 by AndyC
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I don’t know about windlace or some of the other things you asked about except “can you do it?” (Hopefully Trimacar will chime in soon)   I had never touched a sewing machine in my life until I bought my Studebaker. The seats would literally split every time I would sit on them. The upholstery shop wanted close to $7000 and I could not afford to do that for a driver. I bought a $50 sewing machine and $250 of auto quality cloth and went to work. Is it show quality? No, not unless it’s a comedy show. Is it functional for a daily driver? I think so. So can you do it? You will only know if you try. By the way I am a year younger than you so that may be a factor. 

Oh, one draw back. My wife has asked me to sew a few things for her around the house. LOL. 

[kgreen]

Love your car, it's beautiful!

 

Do you have more pictures?  I'd like to see the dash and under the hood.  Betting I'm not alone with this request.

Edited February 11, 2018 by kgreen (see edit history)

[AndyC]

Thanks for the compliment. Here are some more exterior pictures. Interior is currently a work in progress, as is the engine bay. Still has the original 413 wedge, with carter AFB 4barrel. Chrome and stainless have NOT been redone.

[old car fan]

Great car,Looks well cared for