How to Restore Metal Auto Trim (Motorbooks Workshop) (Paperback)

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Whether youre restoring your vehicle for show or personal enjoyment, this book provides basic, step-by-step information for restoring and repairing metal trim pieces on your vintage car or truck. Plus information on all the necessary tools and materials essential for metal trim work repair, including what youll need, where to purchase items, and how to use the tools and materials. Covers the repair of stainless steel and aluminum trim, including decorative strips, fenders, bumpers, hub caps, wheel covers, and door and trunk handles.

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Product Details Paperback: 96 pages Publisher: Motorbooks (July 12, 1997) Language: English ISBN-10: 0760303312 ISBN-13: 978-0760303313 Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.6 x 0.2 inches Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #143,521 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: (What's this?) #6 in  Books > Nonfiction > Automotive > Repair > Body & Fenders

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars great book on trim, June 14, 2007 By  Jaronimo (NJ, the garden state) - See all my reviews    I had some beat up trim pieces for two vehicles, a 57 belair and a 64 impala. After pricing replacement trim I realized I needed other options. I picked up this book and was very happy with it. It covers all aspects of repairing and restoring trim. There were sections of replating that I skimmed over. all of my trim was stainless. The book walks you through tools and techniques. After reading it I went out and did some hammer work on the dents, then some sanding, then polished everything to a perfect shine. I think it looks better than the replacement trim I have seen on other cars. I am sure that some overseas factory worker is not putting the same attention into polishing the trim as I did. The book is a great addition to your library if you have some experience restoring trim, or its even better if you have absolutely no experience or idea where to start. It will walk you through the entire process with plenty of pictures too. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for real car enthusiasts!, November 18, 2008 By  John J. Capone (Danbury, CT USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I had seen this book before but never bothered picking it up. After seeing more and more cars at shows with truly beautiful trim on them, I decided it was worth buying a book to learn how to make mine look like that. After reading this book cover to cover (and with some practice), I've gotten rather good at restoring the trim on my cars and cannot believe the results. The book is written well and easy to follow. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone with cars with chrome, stainless, aluminum, etc. trim. Your car will climb a level or two in appearance for sure. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars How To Restore Metal Auto Trim, July 3, 2008 By  Eugene Danielson (Flint,Mi USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    A very informative book a easy read well worth your time just saving one piece of trim will pay for this book.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed I have contacted Amazon and bountifulbookstore regarding this order and have no response. The order was placed on March 3, 2009. I have not received the book. Read more Published 3 months ago by Donald Lunsford 4.0 out of 5 stars how to restoe metal auto trim It was good.and very helpful.It gave me the reassurance that I could do the task Published on January 17, 2007 by Allen M. Johnson Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks (July 12, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760303312
• ISBN-13: 978-0760303313
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #143,521 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great book on trim, June 14, 2007

By	Jaronimo (NJ, the garden state) - See all my reviews

I had some beat up trim pieces for two vehicles, a 57 belair and a 64 impala. After pricing replacement trim I realized I needed other options. I picked up this book and was very happy with it. It covers all aspects of repairing and restoring trim.

There were sections of replating that I skimmed over. all of my trim was stainless. The book walks you through tools and techniques. After reading it I went out and did some hammer work on the dents, then some sanding, then polished everything to a perfect shine. I think it looks better than the replacement trim I have seen on other cars. I am sure that some overseas factory worker is not putting the same attention into polishing the trim as I did.

The book is a great addition to your library if you have some experience restoring trim, or its even better if you have absolutely no experience or idea where to start. It will walk you through the entire process with plenty of pictures too.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for real car enthusiasts!, November 18, 2008

By	John J. Capone (Danbury, CT USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I had seen this book before but never bothered picking it up. After seeing more and more cars at shows with truly beautiful trim on them, I decided it was worth buying a book to learn how to make mine look like that. After reading this book cover to cover (and with some practice), I've gotten rather good at restoring the trim on my cars and cannot believe the results. The book is written well and easy to follow. I'd highly recommend this book to anyone with cars with chrome, stainless, aluminum, etc. trim. Your car will climb a level or two in appearance for sure.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How To Restore Metal Auto Trim, July 3, 2008

By	Eugene Danielson (Flint,Mi USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A very informative book a easy read well worth your time just saving one piece of trim will pay for this book.