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what i am asking is if there is a difference in the strength of the stitching? and does one set fade faster that the other? i am leaning twords the smittybilt cause they have a map pocket on the rear but if the stitching is weaker than the rugged ridge i will change my mind. in other words what set is more durable?
 
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what are the bad things people say? im sure having neoprene fabric over vinal or cloth would be a better choice due to the fact that the are water proof.
 
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I wouldn't sit on neopreme seat covers if they were given to me. First, neopreme is not (contrary to what some ads say) waterproof. It will soak up rain or moisture like a sponge if it's not wiped up quickly enough, and then it takes quite a while for it to dry out again. Why do you think Wet Okoles are called Wet Okoles? Okole is Hawaiian for "butt".

Then when they have a colored nylon cover, the color fades quickly and unevenly... so with much sun exposure, they start looking bad too soon. Finally, the cheaper covers like are sold by Smittybilt (imported from China) use inferior/thinner neopreme that will start stretching and looking bad before you know it.

Neopreme seat covers sound great in the ads and they look great when brand-new but their severa; significant downsides far outweigh their initial good looks. :)
 
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i've been happy with my rugged ridge neoprenes. mine are black and i haven't really noticed any fading after 2 years or any problems with the stitching. i have my top down a lot during the summer too so they get a decent amount of exposure to the sun. my one regret was that i bought the matching set for my rear bench, which was a waste because my rear bench now spends it's life sitting in my living room :(
 
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I have the COVERKING two tone neoprene seat covers and I love them, they fit the seat like a glove. they are comfortable as all get out, a little sweaty on the back out here in the summer but warm in the winter, the only complaint I have is the buckles are cheap and break, but can be readily fixed with some tie wraps. see thread ROLLERSKATE, for pics of covers
 
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