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Steve, Thanks for the idea.  I thought of that as well.  The only identifying labeling is the "do not remove this tag."  I also tried calling the sheriffs department and asking if they remembered where the purchased them.  The person that ordered them no longer works there. 

I ended up putting the 3 1/2 good ones in the corners.  I put the screws in the two broken ones, filled the holes with epoxy, and tapped it back on.  I put a ratchet strap around it and will wait for curing time.  I think it will work.  Thanks again everyone!  I appreciate all of the help, ideas and advise.

Floyd, the part shown in the picture is intact. I did not show the broken ones.  The screw holds the pinchy thingie, to a post, that is pressure fit into the holes.  It was mentioned above that the factories do this so they can interchange parts.

The seat back is wood.  It has drilled holes which accept the plastic pinchy thingies.  The best course of action on this chair would have been to cut the fabric, remove the padding and thennnnnn remove the back.  Since there are multiples, the next one will go better.  That being said, I think I will just have to "glue" the broken ones some how.  Any ideas?  I was thinking laying it down so the back is horizontal, filing the holes with epoxy, inserting the intact ones and weighting and/or using a strap while the adhesive cures.   I will put some tape over the holes, so the epoxy fills the hole and doesn't run out.  Whatca think?

Sooooo there was one that was broken.  I started prying there and saw a screw.  So  I cut the upholstery, removed the foam and found this.



Thennnnn, I broke one trying to pinch it to get it through.  That screw is in there for a reason.  lol  Any ideas where to get them?  Thanks for the help.

Hey folks. I hope you are all well.

Yep, I'm still saying "sure I can do that."  Any suggestions on how to remove the back of this chair?



Aside from removing the upholstery, and looking, I've got nothing.  I'm afraid it might be a "one shot deal" type of system.  I have tried to lift "up" but nothing.  Thanks everyone. 

With high regards,

Carol

Thanks everyone.  It was a 4" rail and it was only the bottom inch or so that was damaged.  I opted for building dams as suggested with cardboard and plastic.  I used two part wood epoxy mixed with sawdust to fill that part.  The other random holes I filled with sawdust and wood glue.  So far so good.  Thanks for all of the suggestions.

re: mystery tool.  No I haven't figured it out yet.  I have a hunting back tag holder on the market ( tagbagstore.com ) and I am just too busy with work to investigate.  The folks dropped off some additional parts at my brothers. (same color) It will be awhile for me to pick them up.  He is about 3 hours away.  When I get those parts and work slows down, I will look into it and let you all know what I find out.  I did learn the man had an upholstery shop in his garage, and a leather shop in the basement.  So I am leaning towards leather. 

Thanks again,  Have a great weekend!

Good morning.  Could one of you really smart folks advise me as to how to repair this rail?  The nails pictured are what I removed from the two layers of webbing.  It appears that the previous upholster added another layer of webbing under the springs instead of replacing.  Thank you everyone. 

Thanks everyone.  Update.  The gentleman had a leather shop in the basement and he did upholstery in his garage.  Darren, I will look into the link you provided.  I am leaning towards leather. 

Hi Darren.  The shop was in a gentleman's home in Minnesota. There wasn't a lot, so I am thinking post "closing the shop, retiring and taking this much home."  I was not there because my brother happened upon it and offered the man 100$ for the inventory for me.  The family was happy to sell it.  So, my best guess is semi rural with a city within 20 miles. 

I thought it was leather related as well.  I did run it buy a high school friend of mine who is a 2nd generation shoe repair/leather guy.  He did not recognize it.  As mentioned, there is no cutting edge of any kind on it, however there could be parts missing.  Like dies maybe? 

Looking forward to hearing your theory :)

Hello all.  I purchased an upholster's estate and this tool was part of the lot.  Can any of you tell me what it is?  It says Landis Mach Co and American made.  I have googled all of the numbers with no result.  Thanks Carol


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Great ideas everyone.  I do have some marine bottom cloth, that is leftover from a pontoon project. The seat is outside of the shower in the little attached  dressing area. There are only two.  I'm guessing it doesn't get used very much, so when folded up, it needs to look good.  Definitely a spot for SS staples which I have. Hydem is a good idea as well.  I cant have them very long, so I need a plan and supplies in place.  Thanks for the ideas.  I will know more when I pull them apart.  I am also suspect of the condition of the wood. 

I have the opportunity to upholster these shower benches.  Could any of you please tell me what was used to seal the seam?  It has to look nice because the bench is usually folded up and the seem is exposed.  The top is upholstered with what I think is marine vinyl.  Then the underside is covered with vinyl.  The edges are then sealed  with about 1/2" of "something" to keep water from entering.  It is the "something" I am asking about.  LOL  Thanks  hopefully the link works.

 I'm sorry, I wasn't very clear about loading and unloading.  They would want me to do the work on site if I came there.  So I would be loading all tools, supplies, sailrite etc.  When I did the previous store, they removed and replaced all of the pieces. 

It would be better for me if they would transport, and hang out for a day in my town! LOL 

Thanks.  I really appreciate the help. 

Hello,

Last summer I did some work for a local fitness center.  I picked up pieces and returned them in the morning.  I was just approached, buy the same chain store in a city 1hr and 15 minutes away from home.

Do you travel?  How do you bill.  I would think you would bill for travel time both directions, plus the time it takes to load and unload.  The email said "a couple of pieces".  Im not sure I would do it for such a low quanity, but I would appreciate any advice before answering her email.  It could end up being a nice little gig.  Good to get out of the house as long as the $'s are there. 
Thank you.  Carol