Re: [Chrysler300] J interior dye

Hi Johnnie-

I have tried but have been unsuccessful in working with Leatherique to create a correct match dye for the metallic claret red interior in the J. Leatherique claims that new EPA regulations in the last couple years have outlawed the production of the correct pigments! They even tried to source some older pigments from Europe but were unsuccessful. (Note: political comments about the EPA are not appropriate for this forum, however tempting it might be).

It is a difficult color to match in leather dye. Best place I found for an unfaded sample was at the very back of the rear door panels which are hidden by the rear seat. In the past the dye was available. SMS claims that they have new reproduction leather for the J available with the correct color, but I do not know anyone who has actually bought and received any. SMS operates at somewhat slower than a glacial pace, but they are known for correct materials. As of the last club meet, Jamie Hyde was corresponding with Gary Goers about reproducing the seat covers again. But that doesn’t solve your problem or my problem about redying leather in good condition that has discolored or was poorly redyed at some point.

If anyone has a current source for correct dye, let us know. SEM paint is not an option for leather.

Carl Bilter

J consultant

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Subject: [Chrysler300] J interior dye

I am working on a J that had the front seat covers replaced around 10 years ago-----although the car was never used---it was stored inside with a good cover on it-----the covers have faded to a brown color-----is there a source for the correct leather dye---I am not sure where I can remove a small portion that is the correct color to use as a color match-?----Johnnie Slayton