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11-07-2009, 06:18 PM #1Member
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restore color to faded vinyl
I have red seats and they are faded.Is there anything out there that I can use to restore the oriiginal color? I've tried magic eraser several times ,it cleans good but does'nt affect the faded area,i've even tried 0000 steel wool it seemed to clean a tad better. I've tried 3M vinyl restorer to no avail? any suggestion?
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11-07-2009, 09:52 PM #2
When I worked at a GM dealer there was a girl that did warr repairs to interior, seats, and trim. She could fix stains on leather and vinyl, had some type of dye she used. Maybe check at a few car dealers to see if they have someone that does similar work?
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11-08-2009, 07:48 AM #3
Avoid steel wool, it only seems to "work" because it removes vinyl like sandpaper, exposing more underneath. The scuffed up areas will quickly re-stain.
Magic eraser works good, and it's not abrasive enough to texture the surface. After the water completely dries, rub the vinyl with a dry towel to restore the shine without chemicals.'89 Hydrostream Vegas XT, '90 Merc 2.4 Bridgeport PCU EFI
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11-08-2009, 07:57 AM #4
If the magic eraser didn't do it, you need to find a SEM dealer and go through a color book. They have spray bombs that will be close to your color, and can mix quarts that match exactly.> Stainless steel Merc cowling plates - $110 shipped TYD - LINK <
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11-08-2009, 09:13 AM #5
Never tried the product but Dupli-color makes spray bombs for vinyl. Has anyone used such a product and how well does it hold up?
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11-14-2009, 10:15 PM #6
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sem find a paint supply store who has a color chart by sem you can order a rattle can.
wipe down, mask and spray !!
it is that easy !!
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11-24-2009, 10:37 PM #7Member
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Where can I get some Magic Eraser from. Some stores I check did'nt know what I was talking about.
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Cleaners are not going to bring back faded vinyl. The fading is from sun damage. You need to use a good vinyl protectant. I only use 303 aerospace protectant. Google "303 products"
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12-19-2009, 06:22 PM #9
i was going to use the saint for my seats but i whould think that the paint will crake
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12-20-2009, 11:15 AM #10
The SEM works great, I used it to dye white seats to black for my car and never had a crack or wear spot in 3 years. Make sure thta they are good and clean.
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