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Old May 12, 2015 | 04:23 PM
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The leather on my shift **** is wearing around the top where it meets the wood. Just wonder if anyone had had these refurbished or has done it themselves. It is an '02 UL with ecru interior and the dark wood. It's not a big deal but if it can be redone, it's worth considering.
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Old May 13, 2015 | 12:59 AM
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Have a look here...A new one might be cheaper than fixing an old one
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Gear-...299086051.html
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Old May 13, 2015 | 10:50 AM
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Take the **** off, take it to Home Depot or any reputable paint supply, and have them color match a sample of premium interior flat latex. Then paint the area with an artist brush and you won't be able to tell the difference!
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Old May 15, 2015 | 03:54 AM
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I have now seen new ones on AliExpress for $20.00. Hardly worth repairing at that price.
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Old May 15, 2015 | 06:41 PM
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I agree, if you can get a match. My '02 UL has the dark, almost black wood rather than the orange red wood shown on the picture. The leather color is a shade darker than the ecru in my car.I believe ithe ecru leather and dark wood were only available on the 01 to 03 Ultra and Custom Luxury models.
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