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Someone a few days ago was requesting info on
Kantor Auto Parts. I started collecting parts and repair kits for my 56 Imperial
about 6 years ago. The restoration finally got underway about 2 years ago. I
had received a Transmission Overhaul Kit for my 2-speed tranny from Kantors
about 4 years ago. My shop was unable to use any item from this kit as they said
it was for a totally different vehicle, no idea what it was for. Kantor's won't
take it back as it has been so long since I received it. My mistake for not
checking for correctness sooner. I also sent them a clean carpet sample from
under the front seat on the driveshaft hump with the idea of getting a pre-cut
carpet set for the car. Their colour guide showed what seemed to be the
identical colour and I ordered it. The carpet set I received was a completely
different shade from my sample and totally unuseable for me. It didn't fit very
well either. I however had received other small mechanical items from Kantors
which were ok.
As for SMS, It took over a year to get seat
and headliner material which was understandable. I ordered a pre-sewn headliner
which was another mistake. The seams did not line up with the hoops by
about 3 inches and we had a terrible time to get the thing to fit. Thank
goodness my upholstery guy was extremely patient. The seat material is very nice
and pretty much looks like the original stuff.
In future I would not order a pre-cut carpet or
headliner. Get your upholstery person to do it up after they receive the
material.
Bye,
Gerry
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