Melvin's armrests

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  1. bluezjeep

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    So has anyone purchased the standard armrests from Melvin's? Are they good quality? I have heard there are some out there without reinforcement that are kind of junk. Just want to check before I buy a set. Thanks!
     
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    Bueller. Bueller. Bueller. Anyone?
     
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    The way I understand it...there is only one company making the reproduction replacement.
     
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    and they have switched their production and are now using the metal inserts. i got both mine from MU, the first one tore apart quickly. the second one has the insert and holds up fine.
     
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    Just to make sure, are we talking about "deluxe" arm rests or "standard" ones. I did not know of anybody making the standard arm rests.
     
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    Hey Craig! Melvin's lists both standard and deluxe. I need the standard ones in black for my '71. Their part number is AR101C
     
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    The standard armrest was also available as a back seat armrest in two door 70-71 Torinos. I am reasonably sure there were other applications, too.
     
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