Fixing rips in seat?

[c00k1e]

Anyone know of a good way to fix a small rip in the seat?
It isnt in a possition that shows except when the seat is up, but I don;t want it to spread.
No idea how it happened (unless a cat was after a spider or something)

[mabden]

I have successfully used the auto seat repair kits at Schucks for small tears such as yours. The only caution I offer is be patient, follow the instructions, and use as little as possible to bring the repair "level" with the adjacent surface.

[RonKMiller]

Anyone know of a good way to fix a small rip in the seat?
It isnt in a possition that shows except when the seat is up, but I don;t want it to spread.
No idea how it happened (unless a cat was after a spider or something)

Since it is in an area that does not show you can "whip stitch" it with a needle and black thread to close it up. The OEM viny is actually pretty tough. Use a fine needle and 100% polyester - not cotton - thread. Available at any sewing shop.

Prior to doing that punch some small holes in each end of the tear, or take a small pair of scissors and cut them out. This will keep it from propagating.
You want it to look this: O-/////////////////-O

Damn, I should have been a graphic artist! :D :rolleyes:

[SilverBuffalo]

Anyone know of a good way to fix a small rip in the seat?

No idea how it happened (unless a cat was after a spider or something)
Maybe you best lighten up on the "hot sauce" :)

[c00k1e]

Since it is in an area that does not show you can "whip stitch" it with a needle and black thread to close it up. The OEM viny is actually pretty tough. Use a fine needle and 100% polyester - not cotton - thread. Available at any sewing shop.

Prior to doing that punch some small holes in each end of the tear, or take a small pair of scissors and cut them out. This will keep it from propagating.
You want it to look this: O-/////////////////-O

Damn, I should have been a graphic artist! :D :rolleyes:

Thats a classic mate. CHeers for the idea. I wouldn't have thought it was that strong. Mrs is itching to get started!

[CharlieVT]

I have fixed small tears with Liquid Tape. A product intended for something entirely different. However it has worked very well on seat repairs.
I think the stuff is the same product that I used to use when I was scuba diving and repairing wet suits with Neoprene cement.

I try to work a little of the Liquid Tape under the seat cover through the tear so it is bound down both underneath and then on top of the seat cover.
The stuff actually blends in pretty well with the black vinyl.

And best of all, it is very easy to do. I have fussed with some of the vinyl repair kits for an autoparts store and found them finicky and frustrating.




Anyone know of a good way to fix a small rip in the seat?
It isnt in a possition that shows except when the seat is up, but I don;t want it to spread.
No idea how it happened (unless a cat was after a spider or something)

[Kenny]

Ron's suggestion is the best way to fix them. The glue works sometimes but mostly not.. Use the clear mono thread, you can find it at most fabric stores they also have a black if that is the color of the seat.
Get a fine needle and go to it..
Ken