I picked up an almost new ( I mean barely used , never seen a bug or track ) leather spidi suit. The real Italian deal.
The jacket fits perfect but the pants are a bit big. If I don't zip up, the pant will basically fall off.
Is alteration a consideration without compromising the integrity of the suit? Has anyone ever had alteration done on their leather riding suit? Will the zip I guess have to change ? Anyone know of a reputable place ?
Thanks
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Seems to have worked (so far) with my A-Stars suit. Z-custom took a big
Pinch out of each side from mid-chest to knees. They opened the main side
Seams to take the material out. They were able to preserve the pattern pretty
Well (it's a monza 3-color suit with lots of stripes). They do crash repair
Routinely, and folks who have re-crashed their repairs report that the repairs
Are strong and durable. Z-custom makes custom suits, so I'm comfortable
With their competence. They're nice folks and deserve your business.
Give this guy a ring
http://www.racingleather.com/index.html (http://www.racingleather.com/index.html)
Barnacle Bill racing leathers.
He did my Vanson and I was very pleased. He returns phone calls and goes into detail on what you want. Very nice guy and superb work. A lot of track/race guys use him for repairs.
Now top quality leather work is not cheap and you'll be paying shipping. But I think he's worth it.
Quote from: Charlief on November 10, 2010, 06:53:20 AM
Give this guy a ring
http://www.racingleather.com/index.html (http://www.racingleather.com/index.html)
Barnacle Bill racing leathers.
He did my Vanson and I was very pleased. He returns phone calls and goes into detail on what you want. Very nice guy and superb work. A lot of track/race guys use him for repairs.
Now top quality leather work is not cheap and you'll be paying shipping. But I think he's worth it.
Thanks. I have dropped them a line to find out more details and cost etc.