FastTex Posted August 26, 2018 Report Posted August 26, 2018 My Mooney came with blue leather seats in great shape. What's the best way to protect them (especially the pilot seat...) without spending a ton of money for a sheepskin? Does anyone use car-like seats cover? Thanks! Quote
Hank Posted August 26, 2018 Report Posted August 26, 2018 I put a seat cover in my truck when the vinyl got to looking bad; also put one in a used car that had a hole where someone sat down with a screwdriver in their back pocket. People I know use sheepskin for comfort, as it breathes very well, and can be dyed to match almost any interior scheme. I'm not familiar with using seat covers to "protect" the seat . . . . Quote
Marauder Posted August 26, 2018 Report Posted August 26, 2018 My Mooney came with blue leather seats in great shape. What's the best way to protect them (especially the pilot seat...) without spending a ton of money for a sheepskin? Does anyone use car-like seats cover? Thanks! Put sheepskin covers on. Quote
MikeOH Posted August 27, 2018 Report Posted August 27, 2018 I've never quite understood the desire to use a cover to protect upholstery. I pay a bunch of money to get new seats on a chair at home, my car, or my plane so that I can look at and enjoy using them. I accept that by using them it will wear them out; just the way it works. I remember growing up my aunt and uncle put in new carpet in their home...then put these gawd awful 'clear' plastic runners over the carpet so it didn't get dirty and worn out!! Looked like total shit; especially after it got dirty and yellow. But, they damn well protected their carpet! 3 Quote
McMooney Posted August 27, 2018 Report Posted August 27, 2018 autozone seat covers work great, was forced to get them due to wife using the seat as a step Quote
FastTex Posted August 27, 2018 Author Report Posted August 27, 2018 3 hours ago, McMooney said: autozone seat covers work great, was forced to get them due to wife using the seat as a step That's what I was thinking. Did you just get a regular type? Quote
flyboy0681 Posted August 27, 2018 Report Posted August 27, 2018 8 hours ago, MikeOH said: I remember growing up my aunt and uncle put in new carpet in their home...then put these gawd awful 'clear' plastic runners over the carpet so it didn't get dirty and worn out!! Looked like total shit; especially after it got dirty and yellow. But, they damn well protected their carpet! What about my grandmother's plastic slipcovers on the sofa? I think I left layers of skin on it over the decades, but I will say this.. even though the sofa was 30 years old, it looked brand new under the plastic. 1 Quote
Prior owner Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 I had an aunt that did the same thing. She died never knowing what it felt like to sit on fabric...but that cheap couch was in great shape when it got donated....! 1 1 Quote
McMooney Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 On 8/27/2018 at 3:55 AM, FastTex said: That's what I was thinking. Did you just get a regular type? think so, just picked the smallest size possible. Actually, i'm on the second set, first set prevented a coffee spill from ruining my seat. Quote
Kmac Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 On 8/27/2018 at 12:23 AM, MikeOH said: I've never quite understood the desire to use a cover to protect upholstery. I pay a bunch of money to get new seats on a chair at home, my car, or my plane so that I can look at and enjoy using them. I accept that by using them it will wear them out; just the way it works. I remember growing up my aunt and uncle put in new carpet in their home...then put these gawd awful 'clear' plastic runners over the carpet so it didn't get dirty and worn out!! Looked like total shit; especially after it got dirty and yellow. But, they damn well protected their carpet! I agree...use the product. I feel the same way about screen protectors on the smartphones. People put them on and leave them there the entire time they have that phone. A seat is meant to sit on...if you have covers over your seats I hope that you are covering a crappy looking seat. 1 Quote
Johnnybgoode Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Kmac said: I agree...use the product. I feel the same way about screen protectors on the smartphones. People put them on and leave them there the entire time they have that phone. A seat is meant to sit on...if you have covers over your seats I hope that you are covering a crappy looking seat. I represent that, and I am. The engine's out for rebuild now, so the sheepskin stays awhile longer... Patrick 1 Quote
Marauder Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 I agree...use the product. I feel the same way about screen protectors on the smartphones. People put them on and leave them there the entire time they have that phone. A seat is meant to sit on...if you have covers over your seats I hope that you are covering a crappy looking seat. Well, spend a few AMUs on doing a reupholstery job and you may feel differently. I’m starting to see some wear on the corners and it really irritates me!Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro Quote
Johnnybgoode Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 (edited) Yeah, but yours are subjected to exceptional wear, judging by the photos of some of the "pax" you share. Right? Edited August 28, 2018 by Johnnybgoode Quote
Kmac Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 32 minutes ago, Marauder said: Well, spend a few AMUs on doing a reupholstery job and you may feel differently. I’m starting to see some wear on the corners and it really irritates me! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro I'd put covers on those seats too eek! Quote
jaylw314 Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 48 minutes ago, Johnnybgoode said: Yeah, but yours are subjected to exceptional wear, judging by the photos of some of the "pax" you share. Right? Daaaammmmmnnnnnnn!!!!! Quote
Marauder Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 Yeah, but yours are subjected to exceptional wear, judging by the photos of some of the "pax" you share. Right? Now you gone off and did it. You hurt Big Betty’s feelings. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro 1 Quote
Hank Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Marauder said: Well, spend a few AMUs on doing a reupholstery job and you may feel differently. I’m starting to see some wear on the corners and it really irritates me! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro Just gotta be more careful. Just redid my car seats with new foam and leather last fall. I sit on them, and even leave it parked outside with the top down while eating. 1 Quote
Jim Peace Posted August 28, 2018 Report Posted August 28, 2018 Leather is hot and sweaty in the summer and cold in the winter.....looks good but no way is it functional in a plane or a car. Sheepskin covers do not make you sweat unless its the most humid day in the summer and warm in the winter. When worn out just replace. there is a reason why almost every airline cockpit in the world has them. But you can all pay your 2-4 AMU for the leather seats. Keeps shops in business I guess. 1 Quote
FastTex Posted September 9, 2018 Author Report Posted September 9, 2018 Here is another option. I'm seriously considering it... Quote
ArtVandelay Posted September 9, 2018 Report Posted September 9, 2018 I just use a towel, folded in half...super cheap and easy to wash. Quote
FastTex Posted September 9, 2018 Author Report Posted September 9, 2018 33 minutes ago, teejayevans said: I just use a towel, folded in half...super cheap and easy to wash. Does it move? That's one of my concerns... Quote
Yetti Posted September 9, 2018 Report Posted September 9, 2018 I am not a big fan of leather seats in Texas, but have you tried vinyl ? I still have scars from my youth. I did not know anything about leather when I bought the hides to do my seats. There is a upholstery grade and a regular grade. The upholstery grade is a bit thinner and seems to wear quicker. The khaki is the thicker. Since I can do another cover in about a day and it will cost me $50. No need to do protectors. I should get some 3 years after pictures. And how much fun was it to make Mrs. Yetti a matching handbag clutch with the scraps. 1 Quote
ArtVandelay Posted September 9, 2018 Report Posted September 9, 2018 Does it move? That's one of my concerns... When getting in/out if you drag your posterior I guess it will, I adjust them every now and then. Quote
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