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Old Mar 3, 2012 | 08:09 AM
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I just re-dyed the interior of my car 1979 (Oyster over Oyster) after cleaning it real good with simple green and water. My question is should I put a layer of clear over it so it does not get all worn out or just leave it as is. I was thinking a matte clear so it does not get all shiny? What do you all think?
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I used SEM to redye my interior about 20 years ago. No clear coat. The SEM dark blue still looks good and has not peeled or faded.

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Old Mar 3, 2012 | 09:35 AM
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Protect it with "Nu-Vinyl" or "Meguiar's for Plastic", even if the seats are leather. Don't use stuff like 'Armor-All' which will build up a gooey layer and could actually break down the interior surfaces.

I've used this stuff for over 30 years....and it's fabulous on interior components.
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Thanks. Appreciate that. Didn't want to really go through the hassle of painting anyway.
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Old Mar 3, 2012 | 06:41 PM
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I re-dyed my oyster interior on my '78, 20 years ago and still look good. the only place it did wear off is on the driver's door handle.
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