The dying art of leather wrapping

How the dash in my V8 Corvair was leather wrapped.
Freddy Arriola: [e-mail]
Music: Epidemic Sound

[@theephemeralglade1935]

OH MY GOD!!! I thought that the bare aluminum dash looked stunning! Gorgeous, just gorgeous.

[@dinsmoor366]

Best of all, you can just wipe it down after the accident.

[@UnauthorizedServiceTech]

That bare aluminum was awesome. I'm actually surprised John didn't break out a sewing machine. We finally found something he didn't want to try. lol Incredible work. I hope this car will be at sema tbh.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Ha, I know my limits. Upholstery and body/paint are better left to someone with those skills IMO.

[@JohnCutright]

Wow it always looks easy when a person can due the impossible work very few can do, Never gets old watching true artistry . No machine will ever replace years of hard work. Freddy sometimes you dont even know how much of an impression you make on others.

[@christopherbrown6697]

I worked at an auto upholstery shop in New Jersey in my 20s. One of the shop's regular sources of work was a high end Porsche shop that would send over some amazing cars (like RUF and Kremer 930s and other 911s)for restoration and custom work. A popular custom touch for the 911 cabrios was to get roll bars covered with hand-stiched leather. My commercial shop days are long-gone, but I still visit periodically and I recently got back into sewing through my local Makerspace. I'm three quarters of the way through a re-do of a VW camper interior at the moment. I'm jealous of that double needle machine! I love the look of a double topstich, so I just have to feed it through the machine twice.

[@kz6fittycent]

I've always been greatly concerned for the safety of my family due to the lack of turbos on my cars.

[@JohnReynolds661]

It should be pretty safe with one turbo. Probably safer with two however.

[@DrFiero]

@@JohnReynolds661 - Don't forget the intercoolers. Added safety for the turbo's themselves... which are keeping YOU safe.

[@9greatdanes981]

You bought a 100 series Land Cruiser also!

[@53handyman]

Hi from France,this dashboard is gorgeous and this guy is a real artist !

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks 53handyman from France!

[@ricoolivier]

It is really refreshing to see John in awe and asking the type of questions we normally want to ask him whilst busy in hís workshop...once an inquiring mind always a student for life!!!🎉

[@JohnReynolds661]

Asking lots of questions is how I learn things.

[@jumpjetcaptain495]

Really BEAUTIFUL craftsmanship ! Thanks for sharing it John.

[@subiefish]

Hat tip to Freddy! Amazing looking final product. I love seeing people still having passion for handmade artwork.

[@benrossbach6501]

Watching g craftsmen like you guys never gets old. Thanks for sharing.

[@genemiller9612]

The videos always cover a lot of content, but always leave me wishing for more. Fantastic watching two pros.

[@planeben]

my thoughts exactly!

[@JohnReynolds661]

I don't want to bore people with a long rambling video, but thanks!

[@rjung_ch]

Well, custom takes time and it's a beautiful craft. Such beautiful workmanship Freddy. Thanks John, this will be a beauty, wow. 👍💪✌

[@JonathanAdams-z8r]

What a pleasure to watch another master craftsman at work! Thanks for showing us.

[@jackpledger8118]

John, I really enjoy your videos and it's great to see a true craftsman like Freddy work. Also, the background music you choose is perfect. So many KZbinrs use such harsh music it's difficult to get though the videos.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, I think it's kind of a cop-out to add background music but I didn't have anything more to add about Freddy. Yapping over Freddy doing his thing seemed like a distraction. Watching him do his work is kind of calming so a classical guitar track seemed appropriate.

[@skeltane]

Wow! Freddy is a true artisan. Outstanding work.

[@lobrow7661]

John, always dig your work but I really appreciate you showing another wonderful craftsman. Freddy did an outstanding job.

[@scottwatson8648]

True craftsman like both of you are rare. Thumbs up to you both!

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks!

[@bake162]

Freddie does stunning work

[@michaelbrinks8089]

This is probably gonna be the best Corvair build/restomod in USA.

[@JohnReynolds661]

I don't know about that, there are several other beautiful Corvair builds out there or are in progress, but thanks.

[@rodneypratt4324]

There's another gentleman doing a serious custom resto on KZbin ...classic car Studios I do believe...

[@JohnReynolds661]

@@rodneypratt4324 yes, they're doing a fantastic job too.

[@albegt98]

good job John 👍💪

[@Ludicrous_Speedway]

I have to commend you on your dedication to making Corvairs safer. Putting the intake under the car so the turbo sucks it down to the road surface is genius! Hopefully this renders the car harmless at numerous velocities.

[@JohnReynolds661]

I like your way of thinking.

[@kustomrevival]

All the hours of hard work and planning are all coming together beautifully!

[@JohnReynolds661]

I have to have patients for sure.

[@MarvLloyd-cf1iu]

Such an incredible Skill so Artistic long live Freddie and his Craft !

[@JohnReynolds661]

Very true.

[@mmartin2924]

Holy cow! That's a beautiful dash!

[@baconcreek609]

It was fun to see him work. Thank you.

[@scrappy7571]

A true craftsman! Thanks for showing us.

[@Trucker_Dashcam]

It's strange seeing others work on your project, but you chose well.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Delegating to others that are specialized in their field is key.

[@rosaarriola8205]

This is art !! Congratulations brother Love you so much ❤

[@freddyarriola4153]

Thank you, sister

[@z06doc86]

Hispanic upholstery craftsmen are some of the best in the world.

[@AFTER_MIDNITE]

Lol, I thought he was Hispanic too, but he’s Chino and apparently picked up the accent. 7:11 It’s funny how some Hispanics and Chinese people can pass each other.

[@nashguy207]

Thanks for Sharing with us. Freddy is a true craftsman you don't find very many people with that kind of talent everyday. He did a great job and I really like the design and color scheme you did and chose!

[@ShipHighInTransit]

Freddy is an artist! That looks amazing :-)

[@karlalton3170]

Welcome back John , Freddie done a Awesome job mate it looks bloody Mint pleased for ya 😎😎🤘🤘🇹🇭🇹🇭

[@patrickkirwin5832]

Remarkable skills! Turned out beautiful. thanks for sharing.

[@MikhailScottKy]

DAYUM!!!! That looks incredible AND he makes it look so effortless.

[@stephenlea5765]

Really cool video of a top Craftsman at work! Looks great.

[@DonBoase]

very nice work amassing craftsmanship

[@JohnNascimentoArt]

Impressive, love this build. 👏👏👏

[@dmwi1549]

Wow, I thought the bare aluminum looked great. This leather looks awesome. Nice work Freddy. You are an artist and craftsman.

[@mccanlessdesign]

Gorgeous design; gorgeous work!

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks!

[@rdyardie]

Fantastic craftsmanship! WOW !

[@cramiro71]

Always too short, I want more. Well done, as usual

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, I try to keep a balance between education/entertainment and boredom on the length of my videos.

[@davebutler2776]

The whole car is just mind blowing. Great as always

[@JS-qw8hy]

Love to see an upholster that does great work and has an AK-47 hanging from his tool rack. Must be a tough neighborhood. Anyway it’s an amazing build. I’ve been watching you for a while and keep up the outstanding work.

[@CS_247]

Always a pleasure watching a true artist at work. Beautiful!

[@haralddavis706]

Amazing work by the upholsterer, such a craftsman. Thanks for the update, been following along since you started this project. Corvairs, especially second generations, are some of GMs best body design. In my opinion anyway. ,

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, I've liked the LM Corvair style since I was a kid which shows my age.

[@jameschism1457]

Wow, that looks awesome!

[@slipperyjk]

It's an absolute joy to watch a true craftsman work his trade. Your build is sure coming together great!

[@manuelzavala8314]

Nice project John something different I like it I will be following …. Beautiful interior done by my best friend Freddy Arreola he has done two of my cars professionally……

[@swbtlw]

Stunning work!!

[@watsonwatson8051]

Very cool to see such craftsman skill, and all the small details that make a difference. Freddy wasn’t bad either.

[@chetlockwood1491]

Wow, Mr. Reynolds Sir, You seem to raise the bar a little higher with each video, awesome craftsmanship !!!!!

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, Freddy did a great job.

[@freddyarriola4153]

​@JohnReynolds661 You are so welcome

[@johnlayton7596]

These videos were great. John Reynolds you are a great talent. I can only wish I had your expertise. Thank you

[@IanGrant-y2p]

Man that is stunning!! Skilled people always make things look simple. I love following your build. Fantastic work!!😁

[@bobwilliams-jf4jv]

impressive as always!

[@davidraezer5937]

Absolutely beautiful work!

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thank you so much 😀

[@umbertoharo3841]

Wow just outstanding work 👏 sir !

[@user-roadwander]

Incredible skill. Thanks for sharing.

[@gabrielgomescunha]

Beautiful 😱

[@b-lopez394]

WOW!!! Can't wait to see the finished product. Freddy is John Reynolds on leathercraft. John, Loved the humor that Freddy migrated from China and his father made boots for the Nazi🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, the China bit was a gag but I think the other part is true. I need to be more careful with sarcastic humor.

[@b-lopez394]

@@JohnReynolds661 I think the humor was funny as long as Mr. Freddy didn't mind. It's a constructive criticism to other part of the world 🙂.

[@freddyarriola4153]

​@@b-lopez394american made

[@b-lopez394]

@@freddyarriola4153 Just like custom houses in the US. AMERICAN MADE by majority of Spanish Craftsman👍👌

[@watsonwatson8051]

And you’ve done a great job with the dash design, many end up looking a bit DIY but you thought that through very well.

[@rodneypratt4324]

I'm watching this around 5:00 in the morning here in Texas it's just my jaw is dropped over the beautiful craftsmanship and your car is just cool dude. I'm an old fart does not work on cars always like the Corvair

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks! I'm 65 and the age demographic of ppl who watch my videos is 65+ so you're in good company.

[@Robigana]

Freddy is a wizard - all kudos to him...

[@S2NAZ]

What an incredible craftsman ❤ Very cool episode 👍🏻 Hopefully he’s able to pass down his knowledge to a younger generation.

[@ykmalachi]

Very clean work.

[@chrismoody1342]

Damn John, I’m ecstatic about this car coming together in its final stages. When complete, I think you should have a website with a full gallery of professional photos to showcase this car in its full glory. I’m as excited about this car as any Foose or Kindig car out there.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks for the comment!

[@ideabrickworks9043]

The leather is magnificent!

[@theflyingfool]

Looking goooood John!! Colour scheme... noice! Pink paintwork wouldn't look out of place but I fancy a deep gloss black two tone with airbrushed red speckly highlights.

[@butterflywoodworks2374]

True artist.

[@1corvair]

Beautiful

[@dan1906]

The best make it look so easy. We need to preserve the crafts and trades.

[@ncstonecrew]

Freddy is the man! Such an artist 🤙

[@higheriam]

The leather turned out nice. Quite a craftsman. ❤️‍🔥✨ The aluminum work aint bad either.

[@kimstrobeck4293]

really nice John

[@phukutube5183]

I guess I’m the only one who noticed that gangster shotgun on the wall, papi got the protection 😂

[@JohnReynolds661]

He's definitely pro 2A

[@raynyhus2026]

For non-payment.

[@phukutube5183]

@@raynyhus2026 😂😂😂

[@YeseniaArriola-q6w]

Bendiciones amado hermano Fredy . Te amo.

[@freddyarriola4153]

Gracias Hermann saludos

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Delightful

[@z06doc86]

That’s a damn good looking dash!

[@59vaughn]

Craftsmanship......so much learning to be taught....

[@JohnReynolds661]

Yes and I don't think one person can know all the different trades at a high level.

[@turboflush]

That guy has some apholstry skill!!

[@gren509]

Lovely work nd beutifully filmed

[@David-de3ed]

Wow, enough said 👍

[@CrankAddict]

Freddy does nice work. I need to bookmark this video for his contact info.

[@terryatpi]

Wow!

[@graemelliott4215]

Amazing work! Paint the Corvair bright silver! with an ever so light blue tint.

[@JohnReynolds661]

I have a color picked out, some will love it, others...meh

[@davidblack7528]

Fantastic work.

[@karlkiernan6863]

Freddy makes that look very easy which is most certainly isnt.

[@koolkar55]

AWESOME.

[@joell439]

Dammmmm - nice work. Any chance Freddie is mentoring the next generation?

[@JohnReynolds661]

That's a good question. People need to show interest at an early age. Not sure how that works with today's Tic Toc era.

[@rollinwithunclepete824]

Freddy Arriola is a true master! Really enjoyed the video. China?

[@JohnReynolds661]

My bad humor. Freddy is from south of the boarder.

[@rollinwithunclepete824]

@@JohnReynolds661 Very droll, John!

[@freddyarriola4153]

Lake Balboa California DESTROYER CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY

[@randallniblett4756]

Really enjoy the videos

[@ladeseddy5994]

Aside from Frddy's obvious leather talents I also like his choice of self defence.

[@chrismedeiros3201]

Well this video was well worth the wait! Stunning workmanship highlighted once again. Thanks for the teaser video also! Hmm, what exterior color will John choose? I wonder. My guess, it won't be blue, yellow or green. Maybe silver?

[@JohnReynolds661]

It won't be blue, yellow, red or green for sure.

[@mickey533]

Dang! It's gettin funner on this build

[@JohnReynolds661]

I try to keep it funner.

[@vicmabus1532]

Beautiful!

[@ejharrop1416]

Weird Your channel got dropped from my subscription. Hummmm. Very interesting. Luckily I caught this one and hopefully I stay connected. Amazing dash and the craftsmanship, as it is for the whole project is epic. Cheers and peace out.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, yeah, I don't know what's going on with YT. Even subscribers don't see my stuff sometimes.

[@schnell9364]

Fantastic!

[@lwoodt1]

Ohhh,,, a cliff hanger on the body color.

[@JohnReynolds661]

I'm going to try not to paint it an ugly color but I can't guarantee it.

[@WalkerSmallEnginePerformance]

Awesome to see someone skilled still doing this sort of work. I just wonder what part of the upholstery process that AK on the wall is used for?

[@JohnReynolds661]

Non payment?

[@WalkerSmallEnginePerformance]

@@JohnReynolds661 Well, I’d be convinced to pay.

[@janaveien123]

👍👍👍❤

[@scottbarksdale2216]

Thats dash is stunning! What happened to the BUG

[@JohnReynolds661]

Nothing, I still drive it although lately it's been too hot. The Corvair will have A/C