just a PSA announcement for express red owners: seat wear
07-13-2017, 04:10 AM
#21
Yes I have the loops and like how they hold the seatbelt.
That red does look rubbed off. Any of the gummy black we see in the pics may be mangled red remnants. In my previous car I used those padded wraps at the top of my seatbelt (cheap in any auto section). I used it for comfort because the belt irritated my collar bone. This might help prevent that chafing. They may look a bit tacky but I think the leather looking worn would bother me more. Also, when putting on your seatbelt, maybe try to lift the belt/buckle up and over a bit higher to avoid dragging it along the seat.
That's a bummer.
That red does look rubbed off. Any of the gummy black we see in the pics may be mangled red remnants. In my previous car I used those padded wraps at the top of my seatbelt (cheap in any auto section). I used it for comfort because the belt irritated my collar bone. This might help prevent that chafing. They may look a bit tacky but I think the leather looking worn would bother me more. Also, when putting on your seatbelt, maybe try to lift the belt/buckle up and over a bit higher to avoid dragging it along the seat.
That's a bummer.
anyways, i might just get red dye and fix it myself. don't think i want the dealer to deal with this...
07-13-2017, 07:01 AM
#22
Thanks for the heads up. I had the black staining, but it came off with some Lexol leather cleaner. Luckily the red hadn't worn away yet. I've put red gaffers tape in that spot as a temporary fix for the time being to prevent any wear. Just happened to have a roll of thin red gaffers tape that I use for marking my photography gear.
07-13-2017, 07:30 PM
#23
AudiWorld Member
I'll see if I can find a part # for you.
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