Seat Bolster Covers or Protection Sport Seat Plus
12-13-2023 | 01:28 AM
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Would layering a protectant help with this? Something like Carpro Leather 2.0?
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https://a.co/d/it0lDnJ
12-13-2023 | 07:24 AM
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I remember when I was selling my 991.1 GTS many people were worried about a crease in the driver's seat. I had to send multiple pictures of the bolster. It seemed more important to some people than the mechanical condition of the car. Personally, I don't even think about it. But I don't like scratches on the scuff plate.
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12-13-2023 | 10:30 AM
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>> Its just starting, but I certainly don't want it to get any worse. It's pretty bad for my OCD already.
Exact same on my car. Hit that with some Lexol or other leather conditioner and it will be dramatically reduced.
Exact same on my car. Hit that with some Lexol or other leather conditioner and it will be dramatically reduced.
12-13-2023 | 01:17 PM
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I have Griot’s Garage Interior Cleaner. Is that also good?
12-13-2023 | 01:19 PM
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12-13-2023 | 02:04 PM
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Not 'cleaner'. You want a conditioner ('moisturizer') to keep it supple. I've use Lexol for years, I'm sure there are similar products that will also do the job. https://www.amazon.com/Lexol-Conditi.../dp/B07LGPT3SX
12-13-2023 | 03:44 PM
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12-13-2023 | 08:36 PM
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Although you may have searched this has been discussed here in much detail. Best thing to do is learn the best method for entry/exit which is butt in first and out last. If you put a foot in first, you are going to put undue pressure on the bolster. YMMV depending on your individual "stature" and the fabrics you wear when driving. I had an 8 year old Cayman with full leather sports seats that had only very light creasing on the bolster when I sold it.
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05-23-2024 | 10:16 AM
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The car is approaching ten years old and beginning to show a little wear on the bolster. I’m a small guy & figured out the proper entry & exit method over 50 years ago ( ‘70 911T). Suncoast has a bolster protector for a 718 model, but no 911 offerings. Looks like there is a market for someone to take advantage of.
Edit: reading a little closer, the 718 bolster is made to order. Worth a call.
Edit: reading a little closer, the 718 bolster is made to order. Worth a call.
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05-23-2024 | 01:55 PM
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Sorry if this exists elsewhere. I searched and the posts I found all have to do with the bolster covers on the LWB seats. I have sport seat plus, and find them very comfortable. However, when I get in and out of the car I do roll over the side bolster and I am worried it will wear or crease the leather over time. One solution is to slide the seat all the way back, which gives you more room to enter and exit the car. But I am wondering if there is a bolster cover for the sport-seat plus. I have seen them for the LWB seats, and they seem to look very nice. Anything similar for Sport Seat Plus? Thank you.
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05-23-2024 | 02:02 PM
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I’m not worried about the creases. I’m worried about the peeling. Since I saw this, I’ve stopped wearing jeans, and push the seat all the way to the back to get in and out without touching the backrest side bolster. Nevertheless, I’d prefer an easier more bullet-proof way to solve this. I also find it hard to instruct friends and family on how to get in and out on the passenger side.
05-23-2024 | 02:10 PM
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@Spiffx I was responding to the OP (quoted), but you may want to look into this:
https://www.colourlock.com/Porsche-L...008-us-PO-098/
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...olourlock.html
Personally, I look at your wear as patina. It's more that the pigment has scraped off. Normal wear for leather that has been pigment dyed (basically spray painted).
https://www.colourlock.com/Porsche-L...008-us-PO-098/
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...olourlock.html
Personally, I look at your wear as patina. It's more that the pigment has scraped off. Normal wear for leather that has been pigment dyed (basically spray painted).
05-23-2024 | 02:22 PM
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@Spiffx I was responding to the OP (quoted), but you may want to look into this:
https://www.colourlock.com/Porsche-L...008-us-PO-098/
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...olourlock.html
Personally, I look at your wear as patina. It's more that the pigment has scraped off. Normal wear for leather that has been pigment dyed (basically spray painted).
https://www.colourlock.com/Porsche-L...008-us-PO-098/
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-foru...olourlock.html
Personally, I look at your wear as patina. It's more that the pigment has scraped off. Normal wear for leather that has been pigment dyed (basically spray painted).