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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 02:26 PM
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I'm looking for the best "correct" carpet kit for my 68. Any ideas or suggestions?
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I believe that their are only 2 mfgs. Al Knoch and AAC (I think they make them foR everyone else ie. Wilcox, Corvette Am., Volunteer, etc). Some here prefer AAC over AK and vice versa.

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I hear only the best about Al Knoch

http://www.alknochinteriors.com/welcome.htm

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I hear only the best about Al Knoch

http://www.alknochinteriors.com/welcome.htm

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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 05:50 PM
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Hi tp,
I have to ask; "correct" in what ways?
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All Al, All the time...

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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 06:34 PM
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Hi vb,
Well... I meant does it need to be as crummy as the original was... or... which one fits with the least head ache... or 'correct' in some other way ???
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"Correct" reminds me too much of "I have a 72 that's 100% original, what's it worth"?

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I bought a set recently from Willcox for my '80. Very little customizing needed (meaning trimming) and the result was pretty good for a first try. The big moulded pieces fit well and the smaller stuff was really close in size and shape. Plus the price was better than right. I like it and recommend it.
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Originally Posted by CaseyJones
I bought a set recently from Willcox for my '80. Very little customizing needed (meaning trimming) and the result was pretty good for a first try. The big moulded pieces fit well and the smaller stuff was really close in size and shape. Plus the price was better than right. I like it and recommend it.
I got it for my 76 and the fit and quality was great.
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Hi vb,
Well... I meant does it need to be as crummy as the original was... or... which one fits with the least head ache... or 'correct' in some other way ???
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"Correct" reminds me too much of "I have a 72 that's 100% original, what's it worth"?
I knew what you meant, Alan

Originally Posted by CaseyJones
I bought a set recently from Willcox for my '80. Very little customizing needed (meaning trimming) and the result was pretty good for a first try. The big moulded pieces fit well and the smaller stuff was really close in size and shape. Plus the price was better than right. I like it and recommend it.
The OP should find out what brand you are talking about. Wilcox just sells other people's parts.
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Looks like Al goings to get my business. Thanks everyone for the help. Very much appreciate
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