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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 06:09 AM
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Question Repairing Cracked leather?

I have leather seats in my s7 RX7 does anyone know how to repair the black cracks? Can you use a black nugget? I have used the proper Leather cleaner etc but no solution? any help would be great.
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 07:45 AM
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nah... cracked leather is cracked. Gotta get it re-upholstered. I just make sure mine is cleaned and detailed regularly BEFORE it gets that way. Sorry mate.
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 07:54 AM
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i had some cracks in mine that i stitched back together with matching thread. ill take pics.
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 08:09 AM
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It's not opened up or anything it just seems to be a lighter black like someone has sanded it with sandpaper or something?? Probably wear and tear?
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 10:01 AM
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I use a filler that is used like a body filler that is flexible and can be re-dyed.
Very easy to sand and finish.
I get the stuff from 'Color Plus' in Milford, Pa.
Check out www.ColorPlus.com

Jack
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 12:03 PM
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Sounds like wear. Leather often wears like this. Use leather dye. Apply lightly, adding more coats until it matches properly. Do clean thoroughly before starting. Any wax present will reject the dye. Do wax after. Best wax/conditioner is available at Jag dealers (Hydefood).
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 08:15 PM
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Thanks guys. I think I will try the dye thing as this should solve the problem.
You have been a great help.
Cheers
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Old Jun 24, 2005 | 10:10 PM
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leathermagic.com has a great leather repair kit...
You should chek'em out.
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