1. “3-R Rule”

 

Have a good idea of what you want your trunk to look like at the end of your restoration project.

The three R's are a good rule...

 
  1. REMOVE

    Remove everything: Hardware, Slats & Banding

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  1. RESURFACE

    After removing all the dirt and rust, cover everything with new material, new paint or poly seal

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  1. REPLACE

    Replace missing leather and other parts. Put everything back on the trunk, making sure it is exactly where it was originally

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