1967 Porsche 911 Video 58 Installing rear upholstery panels

In this video we will go over the necessary parts and pieces required to upholster the rear area of the car.
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Installation tips Include back deck, side panels, and garnish rails.
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[@giuliasprint67]

Mike you are the Bob Ross of car restoration. Absolutely love your videos.

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Giulia Im a huge Bob Ross fan=)

[@brettrubin9494]

Beyond the incredible amount of knowledge being shared, who'd have thought restoration videos could be so meditative. 10/10.

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Brett We try and keep you focused=)

[@tpmalu]

I'm looking forward to seeing it run. Good job Mike

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Troels I too am looking forward to that day!

[@biome8]

Just WOW! Mike! your attention to detail is amazing, the 911 is turning out great and I bet you cant wait to drive it.

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Biome8 Yes I am really looking forward to that day!=)

[@malibuquest]

Looking fantastic Mike!

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Andrew Thank you=) She's taking on some new perspective

[@ashg6587]

Hi Mike, still loving your videos, they're so factual and informative it's great. Please make your next car be a G model 3.2 carrera convertible then I can rebuild mine following your fantastic work, haha! Cheers Ash.

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Ashley Thats a great looking car! Ill be sure to have a closer look at them the upcoming PCA Concours Las Vegas and also the San Diego region Probably very similar to our 67 but the fold down top would be very interesting Cheers!

[@calvin2516]

Amazing work as always!

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Calvin!

[@guzf344]

Wow that looks so good!

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks Gary She's beginning to take shape!

[@k0zyr]

as always, nice work! cant wait for your next video. keep up the good work!

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks k0zyr Next one in the works!

[@yaz911]

Hi Mike any chance we can get a detailed door fitting and adjustment video. Really struggling with my doors love to get a few tips and tricks from you.

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Onur Yes for sure we will be doing some detailed door video as they are quite complicated. Door video work will be down the road a bit as I work my way through the interior and then on to panel fitments. Next year though we hopefully will complete the project and have everything covered!

[@derekmats]

Mike! Hope you are doing good. Loved the video as always. What can we expect to see coming up in the next videos?

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Derek! Thank you=) Doing well thanks..can't wait for the heat to break! Next couple videos will be interior hardware and back seating as long as we still have warm weather..when the weather cools Ill switch up to installing body panels and glass. Taking a break for a couple weeks though..Im putting some time in on the Tiger for a show coming up soon Anything new going on with you..a car project in the future perhaps?

[@matlecomte]

Hi Mike - Could not see your response below on a similar questions - where/which vinyl/leatherette did you source. I am in need of some for my interior, including the rear parcel shelf cover. Thank you!

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Matlecomte The materials were all sourced from Autos International in Escondido California. If you give them a shout they should be able to hook you up with whatever you need Good Luck!

[@discoboy514]

Beautiful job Mike, where did you source that leatherette material? is it Autos international? if so what is the model number? thanks for your help!

[@MikesRestorations]

Thanks disoboy Yes Leatherette was from Autos inc. Its a standard leatherette for early 911-912 Talk to Dorian and let him know your year and model he will be able to get you exactly what you need. Good Luck!

[@rogersimpson1052]

Mike, Great video and step by step instruction. I am using leather as that is what came with my 911. Can you tell me the supplier of the molded rear side panel?

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Roger There is a link to the supplier in the video description box. Autos international makes those molded side panels you are looking for. If you call ask for Dorian and he will take care of you Good Luck!

[@rogersimpson1052]

@@MikesRestorations Mike - Autos International, great recommendation. Did you do a video on covering the door panels? If so did you put any thin padding or foam underneath the leather or Vinyl or did you just stretch it over the panel. Any material between the original leather and door panel has long since denigrated so it is unclear to me if anything was there. thanks - Roger

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Roger I have not taken apart the original door panels. New replacement door panels were made for this project by Autos International. Please give Dorian a call as he would be the best man to answer your question. If you have not seen the San Diego concours video please check it out. We Talk with Dorian at their shop and show those door panels! Good Luck and please send my regards to Dorian

[@martinback187]

Does that black upholstery have the same texture and material as black nylon seats?

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Martin Yes all upholstery work uses the same material with the exception of the basket weave patter in the center of the from seats

[@martinback187]

@@MikesRestorations Thanks Mike. I'm restoring a 911 T from 1973 and your videos and answers are helpful.

[@yaz911]

Hi 👋🏻 mike really appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skills with us. Your videos have really helped me on my restoration. Are you on instragram?

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Onur Thank you I hope these videos will be of some assistance on your restoration project At the moment I have not established an instagram account.. although I have considered it and may do so in the future Good luck on your restoration!

[@jerryendler9143]

Hi, Mike … Great series ... Egads, I can’t believe it’s taken me a year to get all the prep work done to begin the painting! Question - how much paint (gallons/quarts) does it take to put a single coat on a Porsche 911T? I’ve done all the undercoating and interior sealing but except for the epoxy sealer I haven’t done any ‘exterior’ painting. I can then extrapolate a total requirement from that value. I took a screen shot of the sheet you made in Video 16 that shows all the coats you’ve put on your 911 but I didn’t hear in the video total volumes of the different paints used. Can you elucidate? Jerry

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Jerry As my memory serves me but it has been awhile since paint. I was using one gallon of epoxy sealer to coat everything on the car. Inside Trunk & engine bay. Doors both sides, Hood both sides, engine lid both sides, bumpers inside & out k-36 primer about three quarts per coat on areas that need finished paint per sanding grit. 2- additional quarts of epoxy primer prior to base coat color for seal. 1 gallon base color makes two gallons sprayable for three base coats of color. Approximately 1-1/2 gallons of clear coat top coating. That should get you in the ballpark Good luck!

[@jerryendler9143]

@@MikesRestorations Thank you for your reply, Mike - it's much appreciated. Great work, keep it up ...

[@josephcalvet3296]

Mike, Can the front and rear glass be installed after the interior install is complete? Beautiful job, by the way.

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Joseph Seasons Greetings! Yes the front and rear windows can be installed with upholstery in place but would be easier and probably safer to install with dash out and rear deck removed. Pulling the string along the bottom of the gaskets will be much tighter with those in place. We will be doing video soon on front and rear windows before moving forward with more upholstery work

[@josephcalvet3296]

Mike’s Restorations thanks, will be looking out for it.

[@MikesRestorations]

Joseph Im reading from the manual regarding dashboard installation of early cars. The the windshield can remain prior to year 68. From 68 onwards the windshield must be removed from the car as some changes in design to dashboard had taken place. The manual also recommends upon removal of old seal it would be necessary to be cut.. so a new replacement seal is necessary. I hope this helps! Good Luck

[@josephcalvet3296]

Mike’s Restorations Thanks again, I purchased a seal kit from Sierra Madre, will be installing new seals. Getting ready to order the interior parts from autos international, I told them I saw your videos!

[@MikesRestorations]

Thats Great! They are so awesome to work with Looks like 2020 is going to be busy year for you!

[@jimsterner8948]

Hi Mike - quick question for you... I have recently purchased a restored 1968 912, and would like to do a bit of the maintenance myself. I would love to hear your opinion on if there is preferred brand / set of mechanics tools to use on these early short-wheel based Porsches. And if it is not a matter of brand of tool, are there any other considerations I should take account of when starting to put together an appropriate set of tools for working on the car. I am starting from almost zero - sold all my tools when I moved overseas a few years ago, so I've got a clean slate to work with. Thank you so much for these videos - they are invaluable. Your dedication to documenting is so appreciated.

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Jim I think you will do fine with any basic metric tool set. I have not run across any special tooling needed up to this point outside of engine work. Some special tooling will be needed there. A complete 1/4 , 3/8 , 1/2 drive set will do the job. Brakes will need metric torx driver set. Also a metric allen driver set will be needed throughout the car. Im using a mix of older tools with newer tools and various brands. Craftsman. Husky, Kobalt ( I think kobalt wrenches are the best! and very affordable.) Snap-On tools are nice but over priced and over rated. ( these are very high quality for 1/4 drive and nice fit. excellent for this car.) Klein tools is also great particularly the screwdrivers. I would not recommend any harbor freight tools as they are too soft and could damage your hardware upon removal or re-installation. Good luck on your 68 restoration!

[@jimsterner8948]

@@MikesRestorations Thank you for the advice Mike! Much appreciated.

[@davidhuntington6251]

Can you please tell me what is the color of this car??

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello David The color on this car is Slate Gray 6601

[@martinback187]

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[@rogersimpson1052]

Mike, Great video and step by step instruction. I am using leather as that is what came with my 911. Can you tell me the supplier of the molded rear side panel?

[@MikesRestorations]

Hello Roger Im not sure if you received my reply a few days ago..my screen telling me you didn't.. Anyways! Autos International supplied those mold parts you are needing. www.porschetopsandinteriors.net/ Let them know you are from the channel and you will get the VIP treatment Good Luck!

[@rogersimpson1052]

@@MikesRestorations thanks - contact them