ballistic Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 (edited) So i was thinking of doing some leather trim pieces in the Zed, found the above retailer who sells tons of leather products, they seem to have leather for almost every panel in the Zed . Here They do a leather door panel skin you can fit yourself, lots of colour options Im thinking of just buying a leather handbrake boot to cover the existing plastic and to test them out. Was thinking tan stitching to go with the Alezan seats: Or maybe even this? If its good, both have matching gear gaiters Anyway was wondering if anyone's had experience with their products or any thoughts? Edited April 28, 2020 by ballistic Added link to ebay shop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 (edited) I put a centre console cover over the middle of my old VX220, the fit was, okayish. It didnt pull tight over the console and the stitching I remember left a fairly raised bump it wasn't flush. I had my seats in my second VX done by a top top guy last year (he does the seats for Bentley!) and the difference is night and day - but thats also reflected in the price! Edited April 28, 2020 by coldel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauvp Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 I’ve ordered a gear gaiter from them off eBay at the beginning of the month and they’re not manufacturing at the moment with the lockdown. You might be in for a wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballistic Posted April 29, 2020 Author Share Posted April 29, 2020 (edited) 17 hours ago, Tauvp said: I’ve ordered a gear gaiter from them off eBay at the beginning of the month and they’re not manufacturing at the moment with the lockdown. You might be in for a wait. They say they will be back to shipping orders on May 5th. Can you post up results when you receive and fit? 17 hours ago, coldel said: I put a centre console cover over the middle of my old VX220, the fit was, okayish. It didnt pull tight over the console and the stitching I remember left a fairly raised bump it wasn't flush. I had my seats in my second VX done by a top top guy last year (he does the seats for Bentley!) and the difference is night and day - but thats also reflected in the price! This is definatly one of those areas where you get what you pay for, might have to buy a small skin to test. Gaiter is one thing, but the fitment of a skin over a panel will be soemthing else. How did you fit yours on your console? im guess some kind of leather glue? Edited April 29, 2020 by ballistic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted April 29, 2020 Share Posted April 29, 2020 I actually ended up using carpet tape I think just in case I got fed up with it, it would be easier to reverse. I think the major bugbear for me is the joins where its stitched is done very poorly and you end up with a large ridge, compared to the work done by hand by a professional the difference in final look and feel is huge. But like I say so is the price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballistic Posted April 29, 2020 Author Share Posted April 29, 2020 (edited) @coldelThe carpet tape didn't bulk it out? I think one of the ways they get a good fit is by shaving down the leather to make it thinner, giving a more even finish on edges etc Oh and was the piece you fitted to your VX220 was from this retailer? Another other option is a leather vinyl wrap: https://www.wrapdirect.com/black-leather-vinyl-wrap-with-adt/ Edited April 29, 2020 by ballistic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted April 29, 2020 Share Posted April 29, 2020 (edited) The carpet tape was basically as thick as sellotape. And yes from the same seller that sells all this on eBay. Edited April 29, 2020 by coldel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr v6 Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 I bought the handbrake & gear lever gaitor from them a few years ago. I removed the handbrake one as it kept riding up, the other gaitor fits fine & is still doing it's job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauvp Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 Got my gear gaiter through the post today. Really happy with how it looks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballistic Posted May 12, 2020 Author Share Posted May 12, 2020 (edited) Looks good, matches nicely with your dash. What you got going on there? spray or wrap? gonna order this one i think. Just waiting on a reply on best colour match to the Alezan leather. Edited May 12, 2020 by ballistic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauvp Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I’ve sprayed the panels. Might try it again as it’s not the best lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballistic Posted May 15, 2020 Author Share Posted May 15, 2020 I messaged them, as im ready to order some bits. Got a quick and great reply. I asked if they did anything for the center tunnel and i was suprised with the response. Just waiting on the samples. Hello thereThank you very much for getting in touch with us. Please let us know which item numbers or links you are after, as well as which sample number you are after from the attached colour chart and we can find out the price for you.Alternatively we do offer samples to be sent in the post so you can physically match the colour, here is the link:http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fabric-samples-JF-Customs-/232541803824?hash=item3624925530Regarding the console, we will purchase the console for your model so we can make a template and so will have it ready and listed in 5-10 working days.Best regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauvp Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Great response! I’m waiting on the matching handbrake gaiter with purple stitching to arrive, should be next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballistic Posted May 17, 2020 Author Share Posted May 17, 2020 11 hours ago, Tauvp said: Great response! I’m waiting on the matching handbrake gaiter with purple stitching to arrive, should be next week. What did you think of the quality?material stitching etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavel Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 On 28/04/2020 at 19:33, coldel said: I put a centre console cover over the middle of my old VX220, the fit was, okayish. It didnt pull tight over the console and the stitching I remember left a fairly raised bump it wasn't flush. I had my seats in my second VX done by a top top guy last year (he does the seats for Bentley!) and the difference is night and day - but thats also reflected in the price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavel Posted October 30, 2020 Share Posted October 30, 2020 I’m pissing laughing reading your comments... I’m trimmer myself (16 years specialised in high end vehicles, aircrafts yachts...) and I tell you one thing... poor finish or not once cover is stitched it depends only on skills of the person who put it on... so something like bumpy console?... let me tell you something... you need to know some tricks how to put it nice... that’s what your Bentley guy charge for... experience... just do not give up... carpet tape won’t do the job... if you expect professional results use pro adhesives etc... however About stitching you are right... I’ve seen some things from them and it is a little pi**ed... even that can be improved if you know how Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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