I haven't seen this topic after my searching so I will add this. For the JDM Recaro's that are alcantra, do you think the red with black stiching will fade quicker than the black with red stiching? I am asking because I am looking for a set of JDM Recaro's, but do not want to deal with it fading. Especially for seats that are somewhat expensive.


Modified by nightrider at 6:30 PM 3/2/2004

 

I think the red should be fine unless you park your car in the sun alot. You could also spray 3M Scotchgard on the seats so they don't fade as well I used to leave my car outside all day in the hot sun and I never used any fabric protectant like 3M, hence my pink Sparcos

 

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Wouldn't that ruin the alacantara??

 

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Wouldn't that ruin the alacantara?? </TD></TR></TABLE>
don't know. I've never tested 3M Scotchgard on alcantara before. It was just a suggestion...

 

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can anyone confirm the use of 3M Scotchgard on alcantra as safe and actually proven to prevent fading?

 

I believe my friend used it on his JDM reddies!(I'll make sure)

I got the JDM Black ones(SO I'll more than likley put them on mine for stains) and he's the one that told me to use Scotchguard on em.

 

well, i'll take a look at the alcantra website to make sure. BTW, http://www.alcantara.it/

 

yes i would like to know also if it will ruin the seats..

 

it seems like alcantara is actually a pretty durable material against liquids and whatnot. i don't see why i wouldn't use 3M scotchgard. the website says to put the alcantra in the wash for crying out loud!! ha haha.