This sounds like a great idea, I'm surprised I didn't think of it : )

As of today, though, I am having so much trouble with the engine in
this westy that my plans for doing anything else but getting it running
right are taking a back seat. I will get to it, though, and I will
report on the success and the color that most closely matches the westy
carpet.

Best,

Jim

On Dec 30, 2005, at 9:38 PM, Raceingcajun wrote:

> Hi Jim,
>
>     Make a visit to your local food store, "Wally World", hardware
> store,
> etc. Go to the laundry soap department. Look for a product called "Rit
> Dye",
> its made to dye fabrics. It comes in almost any color and is simple to
> use.
> The instructions on the box are for use in a washing machine. But if
> you mix
> a pan of hot water, soap and the dye, and scrub the carpet with a stiff
> brush and let dry it will work great! One suggestion, always pick a
> color a
> shade a little darker than your desired color if your trying to cover
> stains, light spots etc. I have used this for many years selling used
> cars
> and trying to "spiff" them up a little. Be careful not to let it dry
> on any
> lighter colored plastic parts, its real hard to remove from plastic
> trim
> once it sets up.
>     Works great, costs less than $2.00, best of all worlds! LOL
>
> Good Luck
>
> David
>
> Subject: Source for carpet color replenisher?
>
>
>> Years ago, auto centers and upholstery shops sold a spray-can foam
>> that
>
>> I have been on the lookout for a product that will restore the color
>> to
>> faded spots on my otherwise excellent westy brown carpets, but I can't
>> find any.
>