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: What to use to re-color my black seat belts


Pat_McNeil
Jul 23rd, 03, 11:31 PM
Hi Guys, My black shoulder straps are pretty faded from the sun. What should I use to bring the black color back ( that will not stain my shirts!)? thanks, Pat

RedElky
Jul 24th, 03, 12:50 AM
Pat,
not sure there is anything to bring the color back short of replacing the fabric. There is a place in Texas ("Snake Oil products" I believe)that does a fantastic job on seat belts. First rate workmanship.
Brian

pmullaly
Jul 24th, 03, 2:25 AM
And 'spensive too.
Pat try using some fabric dye from a fabric store.
Usually the old Bitty's there know whats good

markcord
Jul 24th, 03, 12:51 PM
Yep, plain ole "Rit" dye works well from what I hear. You can find it just about anywhere and it's dirt cheap.

Xtreme70SS396
Jul 24th, 03, 1:54 PM
Use Kiwi instant black shoe polish from the grocery store. Won't come off if the belts are clean (put them in the dishwasher with NO detergent first if questionable).

Very cheap, belts (and buckles) will look like NEW.

Did it myself two years ago, still look NEW, and passed the information to others here. I know at least 1-2 others have used it also with good results, perhaps they will post. I know it sounds odd, but results are fantastic.

1970ElCamino
Jul 24th, 03, 2:48 PM
Yep....

I've used the same process. There's a post in this forum. Do a search on "seat belt dyeing" and you'll get some more input.

Al