TMI seat cover instructions

stevespeirs · Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 7:50 am Post subject: TMI seat cover instructions

Don't suppose anyone has a pdf copy of the install instructions for the following TMI seat covers?

http://tinyurl.com/5wjasp

I've found a couple of good tutorials (eg http://www.aircooledtech.com/front_upholstery/) but am just curious what TMI say about installation...

Thanks,

--Steve
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Desertbusman · Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 11:38 am Post subject: Re: TMI seat cover instructions

stevespeirs · Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 1:40 pm Post subject: Re: TMI seat cover instructions

andk5591 · Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 1:58 pm Post subject:

Try this for some help - It helped me a bit

http://www.vwtrendsweb.com/tech/0211vwt_beetle_interior_part_1/
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stevespeirs · Posted: Sun Dec 07, 2008 4:39 pm Post subject:

Olddog52 · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 6:00 am Post subject: Re: TMI seat cover instructions

stevespeirs · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 6:09 am Post subject:

I must admit I was kind of surprised with the response. But then again, I didn't purchase the covers from them directly, so it was probably easier to say "Sorry, can't help you".
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jtauxe · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 8:46 am Post subject:

But TMI did make them, right? And wouldn't they what them to look good in your vehicle? You'd think so.

What would it take to provide you with instructions... sheesh!
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stevespeirs · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 8:50 am Post subject:

iratehippie · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 9:34 am Post subject:

you might also try just going to a local upholstery person, who just might show you some tips . My partner went to a local community college upholstery class on weekends, did some seats for a 64 bus, and we've done a number of others now as well

andk5591 · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 10:53 am Post subject:

Ya know - I got a TMI set for my 65 and I don't seem to recall there being any instructions included. I guess just like most other parts, it is assumed that you know how to install them. About the only things I ever got instructions for where a couple things I bought from aircooled.net.
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66 bug project - Real patina & Suby conversion
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kkirwin · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 12:17 pm Post subject:

I've mentioned this here numerous times but in threads where people have been replacing the seat pads. If you buy your pads from Wolfsburg West they include a real nice DVD they made showing how to replace your pads and covers, really well done. The manufacturer of the seat cover is essentially irrelevant as installation will be the same whether you use TMI, Sewfine or whoever. Give them a call and maybe they will sell you their DVD for a couple of bucks plus shipping.
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stevespeirs · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 12:47 pm Post subject:

Desertbusman · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 4:33 pm Post subject:

Sewfine gave us instructions with their different products. They were also top quality covers, cushions, panels, carpeting and headliner. Not surprised with what you ran into with TMI. Kinda like you don't pay much and you don't get much. When we needed upholstery we considered TMI but the quality and workmanship was so much less. Even with good instructions the stuff might not end up fitting wonderfully. A lot of VW part suppliers sell TMI. I wonder if any of them would have instructions they could get to you?
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420GOAT · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:02 pm Post subject:

tmi=shit. go online and google seat cover replacement. its easier than it looks. just dont yank the covers down. turn them inside out and roll them over. its not that bad. tmi does not sell to retail so they are no help, they pobably dont know how to change the shit themselves. also jc whitney sucks too , theyd always call me with some bullshit questions often.
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Olddog52 · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:30 pm Post subject:

California Pacific also sells an interior restore instruction dvd for about $10. It has instructions for installing seat covers, like Kkirwin said, all covers are kind of generic, so MFG makes little difference.
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Sloride · Samba Member Joined: February 09, 2002 Posts: 926

It is not hard. In fact, I may even have a post here on it I can't remember. Throw them in a pillow cover in the dryer to warm them up.

It helps to have someone give you a hand. Tough to hold it and hog clip at same time. I also removed the string and replaced it with wire as per the originals.

I have had mine on there now for two years and they are holding up ok.

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Desertbusman · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:46 pm Post subject:

Use a cord to hold the coils collapsed. Secure with slip knots so that the cord can be pulled to release the coils after you have the covers on.
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stevespeirs · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:48 pm Post subject:

Lots of great info here. Thanks for all the replies, I'll be having a go in the next couple of days....
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peaceful warrior · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2008 6:09 pm Post subject:

Call Sewfine, I bet they will help you.....tell them you have Sewfine covers. They have been great with me, albeit I bought complete covers for 2 cars.
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