Learning how to change a auto center armrest cover

Rudolphsupholstery.com
DIY How To Hello my friends! Welcome to another episode of Auto Upholstery wonders!
Today I am working on a new center console cover for a Ford Explorer, but really, the process is very similar to most cars! Check it out!
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[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Chad, I'm sure you will do fine with your armrest cover. Remember it's not that complicated. Thanks for watching!

[@SIE7EJL]

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[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

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[@bigfranksworld]

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Is the technique the same for leather?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Mary, Yes, exactly the same. Please keep liking and watching!

[@mrprohunterable]

Hey man, thank you for this video! I will be attempting this on my armrest for my Lexus. Was just wondering where I could get that glue spray to make my life easier? Or if you have any recommendations!

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Mrpro, You are so welcome! I only use contact adhesive, It can be found and any big box or hardware store and applied by brush. Don't use the stuff in a spray can as that always fails. Please keep liking and watching!

[@augustusimperatore]

Thank you! For people that don’t have an upholstery stapler: Can it be done jus with glue/cement? What glue/cement do you recommend for this? What is the best way to apply the glue (without a gun)? Great videos!!

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Thanks for watching! Contact cement with a brush also works just fine!

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So I have to ask... what would the difference in price be if they came to you and asked for a custom job, and got a perfect result? 10% 20% 100% more? Updating this to let you know that I have been smiling throughout this job.

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Hello Duane, I'm not sure how to answer that. The person doing the work has the freedom to charge what ever they want. Really it's about throwing out a price you feel is higher than normal and if the customer agrees, Score! You can always discount your price to get the job if you want. Thanks for watching!

[@Brasel11]

What type of staple gun did you use? The factory staples are 1/8" length. I can't seem to find one that will shoot that size. Thanks.

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Brase, Using contact cement is much easier to use for center console covers as sometimes the plastic lid can become brittle and shatter with an air powered staple. If i do have to use 1/4 " staples for thinner projects, I shoot them at a 45 degree angle so they will not penetrate so much. Please keep liking and watching!

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[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Deested, Yea, you got that right! I try to tell me customers not to get their seat covers, convertible tops etc. from Amazon. Example. Because the person in China making the top has never even ever seen a 1967 Mustang, but their making a top for one. Please keep liking and watching!

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I searched for a diy replacement. To my surprise you said in your video you ate in Houston!! Me too, and I bought the same piece from Amazon! Great video! Question, could a good hair dryer have the same effect as a heat gun?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Mary, Thank you so much! A hair dryer may work, but it will take much, much longer to get it warm enough. Please keep liking and watching!

[@user-mo6rn5er5n]

what size staples do you use for this?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello, For most console covers, I only use contact adhesive because sometimes the plastic can be hard and brittle. If I do use staples, I use 1/4". Please keep liking and watching!

[@JDRichard]

Do you use exact same technique if you got a letter cover

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello JD, Yes the exact same with a leather cover. Thanks for watching!

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What glue do you use?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Natal, I only use contact adhesive for everything. Please keep liking and watching!

[@ionsavitchi21]

Is there a way you can remove the last plastic piece on a Toyota Camry 2015?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Ion, I have no way of knowing as I am not the one working on it. If there is a last piece, check for screws or plastic clips for the last part removal. Please keep liking and watching!

[@ionsavitchi21]

what type of foam is better to use for the armrest console?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

@@ionsavitchi21 Hello Ion, I usually use 1/2 medium-density open cell foam. Please keep liking and watching!

[@nathanielbonde7716]

How much does it cost to reupholster a arm rest?

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Nathaniel, That will depend on the person doing the work, their experience and skill. The materials chosen and your location. Thanks for watching!

[@toolwithintention]

What part of Houston are you from? Go Stros

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

Hello Tool, I am actually from Arizona, I am now a proud resident of East Texas. Please keep liking and watching!

[@jeremyschulz534]

explorer 11-19 open

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Hello Jeremy, I am not sure what you mean? Please keep liking and watching!

[@jeremyschulz534]

@@oldschoolautoupholstery that's what google translate came back with from the sticker on that cover.

[@oldschoolautoupholstery]

@@jeremyschulz534 Hello Jeremy, Oh, I see. I never would have known. Please keep liking and watching!