Repairing Perforated - Part 1 - Small Repairs in Leather v49

[@Janicek007]

Rick, impeccable logic and reasoning as to the weaknesses and strengths of perforated panels, as well as the methods and products employed in your repairs. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It seems though it takes me at least two or more times watching your videos before it all finally sinks in :)

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

It's a few tries to get comfortable too. Thanks.

[@paularized1]

Of all the repair vids I just watched, this guy knows his sh!t the most.

[@BobbidyBob]

What an awesome video! Loved your explanations, so reasonable and clear.

[@darrylhenry5117]

Excellent coverage, plain speaking, and the demonstrations are pretty logical. Great video. You’re a genius. Thanks 👍👍👍👍

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

Thanks for saying so. Glad it helps.

[@michaelmakris6414]

Thanks you sooooo much for delivering this video. Love your work

[@morganadams7985]

Good job mate.I have been experimenting with glue on small repair on leather in the last year and gotten some pretty good results .

[@meraysumpter8329]

This was/is incredibly informative & extremely helpful!!! Thank you so much for the video!!!

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

Very welcome!

[@viperproducts5687]

Great Job Rick!!

[@Livinghuggoldenretrievers]

So helpful BUT I have something you are not covering. It's a puncture hole from a dog nail and I don't know how to proceed. I have material and all the tools but where can I find the how to fix it on perforated vegan leather.

[@abhatti26]

By far the best video I have seen anywhere, can I bring my car to you ?

[@dt8079]

Great video thank you, will acetone work on Mercedes faux leather seats as well?

[@amyjones8953]

how do I repair holes in a seat like this?

[@mwtriplett1]

Great work. What tip do you use in your Dremel for drilling the holes in perferated leather? Size,type etc.? Thank you!!

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

I have a .025 straight shank and a .035 burr end to pick from. Both from my windshield kit.

[@TheJoepeanut]

Thank you for doing this

[@m885222]

what is the drill set-up you used...you didnt explain this...is it a dremmel?? Is the bit a dremmel prodct??

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

Dremel tool. The bits are from my windshield kit. I use either .025 straight shank or .035 burr depending on the perf. Thanks

[@vinrod34]

once done with glue, do you use silicone wash to create adhesive? for the paint

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

It's a good idea to use alcohol and a cloth as a tack rag to remove sanding dust and clean off any hand oils transferred. Also it prepares for any air dry fillers if you need them.

[@JuiceBokx]

Hello again dear sir! Is Bison or Gorila super glue gel suited for this type of aplication or it must be a specific flexible super glue gel ?

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

IDK

[@JuiceBokx]

@@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247 thank you!

[@BamaBoy_Davis]

Wish he was here to repair my small tear great job 👏

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

On vacation! (not really 😎)

[@Dre_day82]

Good to know for tiny repairs. I had to do one a couple days ago that was like 4 inches long and the foam was sticking out. Did not come out ideal. I tried to convince the customer to reupholster and they said just do what you can.... I am really disappointed in repairs like that. It did not come out ideally, makes me feel like I did a bad job.

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

We all face that from time to time. It's always a tough call. 👍

[@spauldingclassics]

I know the feeling

[@saultricoche6918]

Incredible !! It's all great but. Personally working in a dead end job with a team Lead breathing on ones neck it's impossible to achieve rapid results and worst of all get training in this field

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

This channel has the best training you can get. Said with all modesty. I know what's out there.

[@BadRonald1]

I've been detailing for 22 years and you seem like the perfect person to answer this question. What's your take on Leather Conditioners ? In other words are they really necessary ? I would think since factories put a thin clear coat on the leather seats that a conditioner is just a selling point. I can't really verify that though. Can you give me your opinion ?

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

You are quite right. The protected leather used in most automobiles is topped with a pigmented polymer with likely a thin clear polymer topcoat which is crosslinked. You can think of the synthetic polymer coating as layer of plastic. So getting conditioner to the leather fibers underneath is next to impossible unless the coating is compromised. If the intent of the conditioner is as a slip agent to help prevent abrading the seat when sliding in or out then it might serve somewhat for that. see v71 where wax prevents conditioning. Thank you for the great question!

[@paulystark2890]

What and where can I buy the flexible super glue gel?

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

Your current supplier will absolutely have it. Thanks.

[@paulystark2890]

It’s made by Loc**** ultra super glue gel. Rubberized formula for anyone else wondering. Glad I watched this fine expert before I tried to use clear silicone to repair a tear without missing material.

[@Minkyu85]

Very informative!!

[@sallyjrwjrw6766]

Work starts at 4:05

[@Godwithu1111]

Are you able to show us the product you use and what kinda set up you have for mobile repair

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

The manufacturers and distributers do not wish to contribute to the channel. I am abiding by their wishes. I hope to do a van tour in the future. Thanks.

[@sheilawilson1449]

Are u a mind reader ?! I was gonna ask you to do a video on perforated leather haha

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

I have had a lot of requests. I could work fulltime for a year just publishing videos I have. But I have to work like everyone else. A video like this takes a lot of work to put together so it's been on the back burner. Also I like to alternate between how-to videos and something of more current interest and relevance for me too. Thanks for joining in! (reading minds only in my spare time)

[@violavicari4140]

Majority of viewers are not watching videos to admire your skill, but to learn something. Very difficult to do when u not offer information. I have noticed u have ignored any requests for information on what u r using. So why bother to post, for self promotion?

[@a.r.t.srealrepairsforrealc8247]

Suppliers wish to not be a part of my channel. And I am nobody's water carrier. This channel went up as a service to the public to let them know that better repairs can be had if the technician would only aspire to a greater level of proficiency. It is helping many who are in the business too. I am posting repairs that my colleagues have requested. I have a video coming soon in which I introduce myself and reasons for posting these videos. I am retiring and have nothing to gain. In the meantime why not appreciate the innovations and the person from whom you are privileged to receive them..