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MikeM:
going  to have a go at re upholstering a seat

i have the base ..........


Any one had a go before ....

need a place for foam, the clips at edge.. like rivets with star washers

any tips, tried moretti but he cant do it for ages

Trigger:
Is the pan metal ? If it is, strip and repaint first. The star washer are for holding the chrome trim on. When cutting foam, use a electric kitchen knife.

MikeM:
base is original

all I have is the pan which I have cleaned up and painted....... been on ebay and foam there is masses of it

this

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Upholstery-foam-cushions-sheets-High-density-foam-seat-pads-select-any-size-/171198857918?pt=UK_Home_Garden_Cushions_Throws_LE&var=&hash=item27dc3f42be


plus

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-OLD-STOCK-NOS-HONDA-CB550-K3-73-81-SEAT-COVER-FITTING-KIT-/171225741714?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item27ddd97992

Trigger:
That foam is no good. It is not firm enough. The original foam was injected into a mold. It is down to having firm foam and getting the shape right. 

MikeM:
just emailed a guy on ebay who sells whioch looks ok edging strips to replace the broken clips on inside of base also he does foams to order?

will let you know outcome

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