I tried searching for seat stitch, thread, and couldn't find a satisfactory answer.

My 997TT's sport adaptive seats have standard stitching...close to the driver side left lumbar support, where the driver enters and exits, the stitching is ever so slightly starting to fray.

Any ideas how to prevent this from worsening? Maybe waxing the threads?

 

You're just going to have to be aware of not rubbing against the stitching when getting in and out. Not sure if there's anything out there that's going to strengthen the stitching.

 

Just an FYI, I ended up using my Panasonic electric razor and gently shaved the micro fibers from the stitch line.

Moe, I guess since there aren't any other tricks to keep it form happening, I'll just have to be extra careful when I exit and enter my car.

Thanks.

 

Wish I had a better solution for you.

 

yea, like moe said, there probably isn't anything out there to strengthen the stiching. at least to my knowledge i have never heard of anything.

 

Fray Check, You can use it to keep the stitching from fraying. That being said, getting it properly on the stitching is a PIA. also be sure to test for color fast and discoloration in a unseen area before application to the whole seat/car.

 

This is just a guess, but putting leather conditioner on the seat might soften the leather reducing the tension on the stitching.

John

 

I think his issue is abrasion of where his body contacts exposed stitching. In that case a product like fray check will help.

If it is a fraying over the entire seat, the I would wonder if he has used any types of cleaners with oxidizers in them. They will often damage cotton/cotton blend threads. causing them to prematurely fray.

 

You are correct...I recently changed seating positions, and on exiting, probably have been rubbing up against the side lumbar more often.

Is Fray Check the same stuff that they sell at fabric stores?

 

Yes it is, I used it with a bit when cleaning upholstery that had issues with fraying on the beading/stitching. Be sure to test in inconspicuous area, you do not need a lot of it, simply enough to ward off fraying.

 

Just an update...I found something called Fray Block, which comes in a tube with a small nozzle...I used a bit with a toothpick, after shaving the fray a little, and it looks pretty good with no discoloration.

 

sounds like fray check type product then. Glad it helped keep us updated, I am sure you are not the only guy with this issue.