This video is fantastic, it covers every aspect of interior trim. What a great way to show your product and let potential customers know what they will get and how it is made. I am restoring a MGA Coupe and in the market for interior trim. My request for a quote has been submitted - Thank You!
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner26 күн бұрын
Thanks @vpnorvilas1190 - I received your enquiry and I have sent a Quote for your consideration 👍
@EricLeirvikАй бұрын
How do I order one for a TR6
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner26 күн бұрын
Please use the link in the description to visit our website.
@bret23312 ай бұрын
Do you ship to the USA?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
@bret2331 - Yes, absolutely - the US is one of our main markets. Please contact me directly via our website / email ([email protected]) for further discussions. Thanks
@allenmayers36422 ай бұрын
Maybe show the new cover installed ?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
@allenmayers3642 - thanks for your comment. I do not have this exact specific cover videoed - but the following videos details consoles that we have trimmed using these foams, and more to follow soon so please keep an eye out for future uploads - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaLPqpmZlKubns0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6DVi3Sarcx0fsU kzbin.info/www/bejne/ina9h6eXrbFompY Let me know if you have any further questions and requirements for your restoration.
@bb5903 ай бұрын
AMAZING WORK! LOVE YOUR DETAIL! I have an Austin sprite mk1. Do you have templates for it too? Or can you do 2 seats/door trim and a dashboard for me?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
@bb590 - Thanks for your kind words! Unfortunately, we do not make interiors for the Sprite range, just the 'Big Healeys' (100s and 3000s). We also make trim for TRs, MGAs and Jaguars, just FYI.
@majorscope3 ай бұрын
Hi John, Interesting video. I agree 100% if you can use the original then do so. I used one of your armrest kits and it fitted perfectly. The console i did from a roll of vinyl copying the original padding exactly. Turned out pretty well perfect. I always vapour blast the metal parts and paint with a hammerite earosol. Works great every time.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear everything worked out nicely. Please do send me some pics as and when you get a chance, love to see these items fitted with our kits. Thanks for contributing and for the great tip for the metelworks!
@jacobrevord333 ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous, just sent you an email inquiry about a possible order!
@AndrewArjoon6 ай бұрын
Do you make the headliner as well?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner6 ай бұрын
Hi @AndrewArjoon , Yes, we make all the interior trimmings for the MK2 - Trim Panels, Seat Covers, Headliner, Carpets & Flooring etc.
@AndrewArjoon6 ай бұрын
@@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Great, do you have prices on your website? I'm not from the UK but I'm restoring my Dad's 1962 Jag Mk2. I do have an address In the UK I can ship the items too.
@royals376 ай бұрын
I need these left hand drive TR4A black visors but I need the attachment rod that goes on the car as well.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner6 ай бұрын
Hello, Note that these Sunvisors are only applicable to the TR5, TR250 and TR6 models. The TR4 and TR4A models used a different version - please see this link here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3fSk5uanMiMhJY
@jagvette19 ай бұрын
Hey John are you aware there are two types of under dash panels on the steering side ?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner9 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for your message. I'm intrigued - please do let me know any details and we can look to get these added if they are missing from our offerings. Everyday is a school day. (Just FYI, we have the LHD and RHD spec metal panels for the Drivers side; and we have the millboard panels for the LHD & RHD spec for the Passenger Side). Please advise if there was another offering...
@Christian-l4v7t9 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot! That makes it very clear! Great video! Cool that you offer the second one which can be fitted to the head rail upgrade.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner9 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@keithnewton898111 ай бұрын
Question what was the original oem carpet it was like a short bristle from my memort i5 was not woven .
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner10 ай бұрын
Hi Keith, Yes, you are correct - most XJ6s models left with what was referred to as a 'Flock Pile' style carpet which had a very short pile. This material is no longer made. We have very limited old stock in a few colours which once gone will unlikely be available again in the future. Note that the Wool (as per this video) is far superior in quality, durability and finish; so this is what we default to for most of our restorations. I hope this assists, let me know if you have any further questions. Jonathon
@BarryRogers-fg7jk11 ай бұрын
I bought a replacement top for a series 1 1/2 E Type from Moss Motors and took the cars dash stripped off its original top to 8 different experienced upolhestery trim shops . None of the shops would agree to put the top on I purchased from Moss Motors. In explaining their reasons why., I repeatedly heard from the shops that the aftermarket was too thick, too stiff in certain places and would require strong epoxy not normal adhesive spray to attach it. When I started to hear the same litany of reasons why they declined installing it , I realized they were correct in their evaluation of this aftermarket dash cover . Now I am left with a car that needs a dash top and I am relatively sure that all these aftermarket tops are all from the same manufacturer regardless of the retailer selling them . I am surprised in your video why you glanced over the differences between the original dash top and the aftermarket one. The aftermarkets, stiffness, thickness, brittleness in certain areas make it a poor choice for replacement I agree with the installers that regular upholestery spray would not work due to the stiffness of these aftermarket tops. You said you can use a hairdryer but warming up this top with its stiff composition would gradually stress sections that havent been heated yet and that is going to lead to creasing or cracking as small sections are worked . If it is as easy as you some claim how about making a video on you tube of you or someone installing one of these aftermarket tops on camera and on youtube . All I know is that our shop is stuck with a $269 top thats worthless to us since we cant find an experience interior shop thqat will install it. and I would feel guilty unloading it on some unkowing DIY enthusiast. Since we have two of these same series E Types waiting in the wings to do dash replacements on, I eagerly await a video you can refer me to or one your group produces of a filmed installation, step by step, of one of these tops from Moss Motors or one of the hundreds you say you sell of these dash tops being installed. . If you know of a video showing the installation of one of these aftermarket tops please include a link to it in your response for my reference and your viewers reference. . This video being pesented here merely shows an original top, a new uninstalled top, and the finished top but nothing at all showing the steps and work of the actual installation. Why?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner9 ай бұрын
Hello Barry, What an extraordinary comment/message. Let me clarify a few things for you, as you seem to be a little confused - and I also want to ensure that other viewers of my videos are not misled by your comment. RE: Moss Motors - We do NOT supply Moss Motors with this part/product. I have no idea where Moss get this part from - so I cannot comment for the unit that they supply; however, knowing the approach Moss take with most things these days - it would not surprise me if this is a cheaply made item from Asia. That being said, I simply do not know where they get their items made, nor do I care. Frankly, your anger and frustration is completely misdirected. You have seen a video showcasing a job that you and your eight trimmers have struggled to do - and taken the approach to vent your frustrations on a completely innocent and unrelated business and individual. All you needed to do was return the unsuitable item to Moss, and then contact us to buy a suitable version… RE: John Skinner Ltd - John Skinner Ltd is a small, family run business specialises in award winning, quality made interior trim and upholstery items. We are not a one-stop-shop for everything classic car related - we specialise in interior trim and upholstery; and have purely focused on this for almost 50 years now - and we are very good at it. I have taken the time to create this KZbin channel to show case our products, detailing their quality and workmanship and suitability for restoration jobs. Part of the reason for this approach is due to my own frustrations with the approach of classic car enthusiasts who seem to think that any number of companies can supply good interior trim and upholstery kits - and thus just base their purchase on the price tag and lead time. Whilst that approach may be fine for other elements of your restoration project - it is foolish to take this approach when it comes to the interior trim and upholstery. Simply put you cannot compare “apples with apples” when it comes to upholstery. They may be called the same name, and they may be essentially made of the same core materials - but the quality of those raw materials, and the pattern making accuracy and thus suitability to the car can vary massively. Based on your message, I can only assume that you have experienced this first hand on a rather negative front. John Skinners has carved a unique niche in this market as being one of, if not the, premier manufacturer of interior trim kits for the range of cars that we offer. Our in-depth knowledge of these cars, original process and materials - and how they should be made and fitted - is second to none. I offer and share this knowledge to all customers of our products/kits. However, I will only share this information with customers who purchase directly from us. I send emails, photos and videos and have in depth phone conversations with my customers if they require it. It is all part of the service. My KZbin channel is purely there to showcase our work and hopefully attract enthusiasts into making the logical choice when choosing a supplier for their restoration project. And for those who do choose to go with a Skinner Kit - they have a wealth of knowledge and experience available to them should they require it. If you are interested in knowing more about my business and our approach then I would recommend that you read the following articles and read the 100s of customer testimonials from our global base of loyal customers - john-skinner.co.uk/why-john-skinner/the-price-of-value/ john-skinner.co.uk/why-john-skinner/our-philosophy/ john-skinner.co.uk/testimonials/ In the meantime, I wish you all the best with your on going restoration project - and, of course, if you require any interior trim and upholstery for your car - then you know where to find us and I would be more than happy to help. I have a S3 Roadster myself which has recently been restored to a very high level which I plan to showcase on KZbin shortly - and this includes two new Dash Top Panels (Main + Front) both using after-market moulded Dash Tops; fitted and then fully re-trimmed in Leather - which is not an easy job, but doable with the right materials/kits and expertise. I hope this has clarified things for you and eased your frustrations/doubts that quality made parts and kits are still available if you know where to look ---> john-skinner.co.uk/ All the best, Jonathon Skinner (Managing Director of Team JSM)
@jackryan1277 Жыл бұрын
Will need 2
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Super - happy to help - here is the link to the specific product page on our website - john-skinner.co.uk/quote/trim-upholstery/jaguar-e-type/s1-s2-s3/interior-panels/dash-top-panel-cover/ I look forward to hearing from you.
@jeffreydelk2361 Жыл бұрын
Excellent job - best I have seen. 👍
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Thats very kind of you :-)
@kennethtalbott2233 Жыл бұрын
Hi John. i'm in the market for seats for my 420G front ones are in a poor state. regards ken.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hi Ken, Yes, we can assist you with replacemetn seats for your 420G - please send me an email - [email protected] with your contact details and car spec and I can put a Quote together for you. Thanks, Jonathon
@kennethtalbott2233 Жыл бұрын
thanks jonathon, gunno do it now.@@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner
@jimshaver898 Жыл бұрын
Are the leather covers embossed with the diamond pattern? Thanks
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hi Jim, It is only the Vinyl (Ambla) Covers that have this embossed pattern on the pleats for the TR5 & TR250 Seat Covers. This was how they were supplied originally by the TR Production Line. For LeatherFaced or Full Leather factory upgrade Seats - the pleats would have revert to being Plain originally from the factory. We, however, can offer a similar pattern for Leather options. It is NOT original (as mentioned above, the original Leather seats would have been plain pleats) - but our pattern gives a nod to originality and so some people like to go for this look. You can see this Leather embossed pattern on our TR6 Seats in this video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH3CZYaols-rndE Nice option if you fancy, it but note that it was not original. Hope this helps.
@erictyler1813 Жыл бұрын
Jonathon, The videos are great. One request. In this video regarding trimming the Mark 2 console, you reference an earlier video which you stated showed the console in its original state and possibly some disassembly. I cannot find that video on the website, in your YT channel, nor is there a link to it in your comments for this video. Would you please add a link? Thank you.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hi @erictyler1813, Thanks for your message and kind words. I haven't published this other video yet. Not enough hours in the day. Watch this space. 😃
@ClassicCarCave Жыл бұрын
Jonathan, I will pass your KZbin sight on to a friend with a Mk2. Can I make a little suggestion that may help get more views. I would change it to Classic Car Interiors by John Skinner. This will alert viewers to your product 🤔😉I find the subject is the click bait 🤣😂Cheers Dave
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Thanks David - for both the tip and the referral.
@davidmasson3775 Жыл бұрын
This is some serious piping, one of the best yet
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
Unique to the BJ8s; I believe we are the only stockist in the world for this particular piping (Shout out to Flexton). Come take a look.
@majorscope Жыл бұрын
Jonathon. Do you do a kit for a 1962 original BT7 works hardtop refurb please? Many thanks, Nice job.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 ай бұрын
Absolutely - please send me an enquiry via email for further info.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
UPDATE 2023 - Note that we have updated our Backrest Padding "Horsehair" Kit pattern since this video was made. We have now made a generic patterns that works well for all the S1 (4.2ltr) models up to the end of the Series 3 V12 models.
@kennyblemel2503 Жыл бұрын
Do you sell interiors for a 1966 Jaguar 3.8 (?Mark II?) Red interior.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hello Kenny, Yes, we do - please send me an email @ [email protected] with your full contact details and I can raise a Quote for you.
@gloriasandoval1325 Жыл бұрын
Need your address to buy soft top for 57 TR3 - thank you
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hello Gloria, Thanks for your kind words. Please send your enquiry (including Full Name and Address, and details of your Car including Chassis Number if known) to [email protected]
@gloriasandoval1325 Жыл бұрын
Beautifull seats for my black TR3
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Many thanks 😃
@gloriasandoval1325 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work😊
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
@philipchurchill6508 Жыл бұрын
Really lovely , have seen some of your work on 420g and I think s type , , though I was born in the 70s ,these [the mk 2 , S type and 420 g] are my favourite cars they have the best interiors as well as those lovely lines , would have to go with nice burgundy or dark red like this ,that greyish green is nice though , I am off to google images to look at more of your wonderful craftsmanship .
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hi Philip, Thanks for your kind words, always nice to hear! Some beautiful colours out there; and worth considering if you want to use Grained or Smooth leather for certain areas. Plenty of photos on our website too - its ever evolving, so keep your eye on our website and KZbin channel for more updates (not enough hours in the day to keep up!!)
@Triumphs1962 Жыл бұрын
I have a question John. I was thinking of giving it a go myself. What thickness do you thin the leather down to? I was thinking of going with a marine vinyl that is .032 inches thick would that possibly work? Thanks for a great channel I am a new subscriber.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, We skiv the leather to 0.7mm I believe. Worth keep in mind that leather and vinyl are two quite different materials so the approach and technique to trimming can be quite different, irrelevant of thickness of materials. Thanks for your kinds words. please keep watching and sharing...
@bertiewooster33262 жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bertie. Let me know if you have any requirements :-)
@artriumph2 жыл бұрын
Hello, do you have detailed instructions on how to install the radiator duct on a TR3B? I’d like to see what is involved. Thanks.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Thanks for your interest. Yes, I have few photos that would be useful for the installation process - its fairly straight forward. I look forward to hearing from you in due course.
@artriumph2 жыл бұрын
@@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Thanks for responding. I have looked at installation videos on the Internet and it looks like most folks install it with the top cross section On Top of the 2 side pieces facing the front of the car. Your video shows it the other way around. I think this matters because I believe the folds are only meant to be folded one way. Do you agree?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hi Joe, Yes, this sounds correct. Note that we pre-crease these panels using a creasing stamp tool. The crease is there to assist in the bends in the material that you mention. Note that for this part, the Millboard is effectively double sided, so there shouldn't be any issues with your above noted comment. Hope this helps.
@markaluge2 жыл бұрын
Nice job Jonathan.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@T101cyberdynesystems2 жыл бұрын
These look very good. What about the seat cushion under the cover, do you do these as well?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hello, Thank you for your kind words. Yes, we can supply the Seat Covers, Seat Foam Padding Kit, Seat Diaphragms and Seat Webbings, and even the Seat Clips should you require (normally you can re-use your old ones of these). This page here should assist you - john-skinner.co.uk/shop/seats-sewing/front-seat-covers/front-seat-padding-kit-6/
@jaguarrroman2 жыл бұрын
Great quality, what a pity a drive an X-type. Thumb up!
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@ClassicCarCave2 жыл бұрын
John, Great video and the craftsmanship is spot on, My seat hardware should be with you within a day or two. I will give you a call when we get back from Dubai next week and we can go over the details. Cheers Dave
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Your parcels arrived. Not opened it yet, but will do in the next few days. Talk next week.
@jimshaver8982 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video, Thank you
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@triumphtr3stuff3382 жыл бұрын
I pulled down the seat springs about an inch with zip ties from top of spring to bottom of spring. I did that because when I got new seat springs they didn't have any compression and were very bouncy. When I went over a bump, I would bounce up almost out of my seat. Very bad. I didn't have any scrim material, so I added the zip ties for tension and the seats retained their comfort due to the springs, and the bouncing effect went away.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I am not sure if you have used our in-house JSM Springs and Foams, or an alternative suppliers. Please keep in mind that our Spring Units and our Seat Foam Padding Kits are designed to be used in conjunction with one another; they should not be mixed and matched with other suppliers products. I am aware of some cheaper alternatives Seat Springs on the market, which are much higher and very "wobbly". These have been supplied by the "big" wholesalers for a few years now. In my opinion these are no-where near suitable for purpose. Our springs on the other hand have remained unchanged for 40 years and work very well. They are much stiffer, which makes the initial installation harder - its a two person job ideally - but once installed they serve the purpose very well in the car. If you contact me directly I can help and advise you on this matter with photos and videos, assuming it is our JSM product that you are installing. Always happy to help and advise. The following videos may be of interest to you - Seat Springs - TR2/3 and TR3A - kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6vQXomKi8aZnK8&ab_channel=JohnSkinner Seat Framework + Foams + Springs - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYaUdJmciJJqn7c&ab_channel=JohnSkinner Trimmed TR3A Seat - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eobHl6dogtKjhZI&ab_channel=JohnSkinner
@jonjoyce31882 жыл бұрын
Interesting, I thought TR4’s (not TR4A’s) had a charcoal grey loop pile carpet similar to the Herald. Can you do those?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon, That is correct, the TR4s (most, not all) used a Grey Loop Pile Carpet. We do not offer this loop pile version. We can offer a similar shade of grey in Wool (we call this Saville Grey), which is superior in quality and finish to the loop pile if this is of interest - john-skinner.co.uk/materials-and-colours/wool/
@SleepToTheSounds2 жыл бұрын
Could you make these half size ?
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner2 жыл бұрын
Hello, Yes, we can make just one singular seat if you require, please send me a enquiry via our website and I can advise further. Thanks!
@ghislainmeire22883 жыл бұрын
hello from France ! I’m looking for black vinyl with diamond patterns, in meters. is it possible to find in you?. I am a seat repairman thank you very much for answering me.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Hello, Unfortunately this is not available in large lengths - we are limited by the size of the HF Welding tool, which has a maximum size roughly the same size as a TR6 pleated panel.
@AbarthSimca20003 жыл бұрын
Excellent Kit look forward to purchasing from you.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Great! I look forward to hearing from you in due course.
@majorscope3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jonathon. Very nice. Do you do a carpet set in correct grey for a 1960 MGA Coupe 1600 MK 1?. Any luck yet with my BT7 bits?. Many thanks. David.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Yes, we have the Grey in either Deluxe Wool or Karvel (ribbed). Let me know and I can send the samples. Looking forward to seeing your BT7 parts when all is said and done.
@mollyfilms3 жыл бұрын
I didn’t know this existed. Fabulous and I will be ordering one very soon. 👍
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@mollyfilms3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate these videos. This really does show what goes where and the reasons why. Will be ordering for my TR4A restoration later in the year.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Very kind of you to say...we aim to please!
@timduncan12823 жыл бұрын
John, anyone in the US making these that you are aware of? Also looking for the vertical board that covers the spare....
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, no aware of anyone in the US who makes these parts - but we are more than happy to ship to your side of the pond. The US is a big market for us, so we ship there each week. Let me know.
@ClassicCarCave3 жыл бұрын
Jonathan, Just subbed to your channel my name is David Turner from Austria and you did my E type series 1 for me in french blue some years ago. Still looks as good as the day we fitted it. I will be contacting you for my XK 150 OTS interior in the near future but i will drop you an e mail. Cheers Dave
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, how are you and hows that lovely E Type of yours - getting to enjoy it much? I look forward to hearing from you in the future with regards to the XK. Stay safe.
@majorscope3 жыл бұрын
Lovely work Jonathon. I will be needing this set and a boot kit when i receive my outstanding order. Keep up the good work. (BT7).
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@michaelreilly1310esq3 жыл бұрын
What a find! Thank you
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Let me know if you have any specific questions.
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
It should be noted that the Propshaft/Driveshaft Carpet on this video is the wrong way around - should be rotated 180 degrees!
@roddymac13703 жыл бұрын
I'd be interested to see a similar demo for the sound deadening kit that would sit underneath. I will be trimming my TR4 this year and don't want to be gluing some modern foil-based material to my fresh paintwork. Hopefully an original-type sound kit can be fitted without ruining new paint. Carpets look great btw. Thanks
@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner3 жыл бұрын
Hello Roddy, thanks for your message and kind words; and please excuse the delay - busy days at the moment with everything going on in the world! Glad to be busy though, keeps me sane! I have just recorded and uploaded a video for the felt kit as requested - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4nNe2OkitSJZrc
@roddymac13703 жыл бұрын
@@Classic-Car-Trim-John-Skinner Thank you so much, I am more interested in the carpets looking right than having the ultimate sound proofing so this is ideal. Great tips on glueing and stud fitting too. Great service!
@mollyfilms4 жыл бұрын
Excellent quality! Will be in touch for my rebuild later in the year.