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Subject: [Healeys] Leather seat covers BJ8
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich Chrysler)
Date: Mon, 16 May 2011 14:17:33 -0400
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Chris,

You refer to leather being in your BJ8. Although it was possible, leather in
a BJ8 is extremely rare outside of the U.K. and some European delivered
cars. 
Most were trimmed in I.C.I.s Ambla vinyl that had been developed as a direct
replacement for leather for the BJ8's. Some of the suppliers today can offer
either, but keep in mind the Ambla vinyl had silver braid piping inside
clear vinyl to trim the edges of the seat parts. This clear vinyl soon
yellowed in the sun, leaving the effect of the braid being gold coloured.
Also in the middle of the pleated areas there were very tiny squares
embossed in a pattern. Some but not all repro trimmed covers have these two
characteristics, which is worth checking.
I've seen plenty of BJ8's asking huge prices, but the seat upholstery is
usually lacking these details.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at 
autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Chris Dimmock
Sent: 2011-05-16 11:01
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] Leather seat covers BJ8

Anyone have any experience with AH Spares leather seat covers for a  
BJ8? Or any other UK suppliers?

I'm in Australia, so it's covers/ kits, not complete seats, that I'm  
after.

Just looking, curious. Looking for recent feedback. Off list is fine/  
preferable.
Also spoken to Heritage. Pretty good feedback in the archives on those  
guys.

My BJ8 leather seats are still original. My issue is that after 45  
years, my upholstery is changing from patina to just plain tatty....

Thanks
Chris
www.myaustinhealey.com

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