Fox Mustang Magazine Issue 1 | Page 58

TECH >>>> 19. With the foam gone, the once-supportive flat spring is ready for the trash. The back end of the metal grid contains four coiled springs that can be pulled free with a pair of pliers. Towards the front, gently pry the metal retaining clips up so the grid may be removed. 20. The lumbar bag pump lies on the other side of these two Phillips-head screws. This pump worked fine when tested, so it will be cleaned and reinstalled. 19 20 21. Prepping the headrest for reupholstering is as easy as unclipping the white plastic clasps at the base and peeling the original material from the foam like removing a stubborn shoe. Pictured is the tall headrest that came with our GT sport seats, but to build our ’60s-style Mach 1 chairs we will use a shorter model that does not use clasps but a pair of nails and a nail board. 22. The factory thigh supports were nothing more than upholstery over foam attached to a pressed board. The TMI upholstery kit includes a plastic base with new bolts that will last much longer. 21 23. With the seat completely disassembled and stripped to the bare frames, Matt takes everything behind the shop and uses a wire brush to scrub every nook and cranny clean of surface rust, old adhesive, and… we’re not sure exactly what some of that stuff was. Matt suggests sandblasting for better results. He spraypainted the parts with fast-drying Krylon Fusion paint that’s formulated to cover and neutralize any remaining rust. Within 15 minutes, the frames and associated parts are ready to bring back inside. Be sure to wear a mask and eye protection during this step. 24. Here's how nice the restored frame looks before we begin building it into a proper bucket seat with new foam and vinyl upholstery. FMM 22 NEXT ISSUE: Rebuilding and Reupholstery SOURCES FOX MUSTANG RESTORATION 105 Pine Forest Dr. Locust, NC 28097 (866) 496-7320 (704) 888-1278 www.foxresto.com [email protected] 23 58 FOXMustangMagazine.com 24 TMI PRODUCTS 1493 Bentley Dr. Corona, CA 92879 (800) 624-7960 (951) 272-1996 www.tmiproducts.com