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It's time for seat covers. Which ones are the most durable?

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Old 08-05-2013, 03:26 PM
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Default It's time for seat covers. Which ones are the most durable?

I rarely have my top or doors on (California), so they must be able to withstand the constant sun rays. My OEM seats are in bad shape.

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Old 08-05-2013, 03:29 PM
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I like the Trek Armor they are pricey but durable. They look great and are not nearly as hot as a previously owned set of neoprene cover.
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I just installed the Rugged Ridge front seat vests and rear seat cover and love them. Its only been 5 days so I can't tell you how they "wear" over the long run.....

they are black on black neoprene so I'm hoping they don't get too hot as suggested by firecapt!

Black neoprene beats black leather on a hot day any time.
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Trek Armor Jeep JK 2013, Front and Rear Seat Covers KIT- 4 DOOR

Hands down the best.
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Thanks I will look at the Trek ones.

Neoprene will get way too hot for me.
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marathons are cordura and very durable.

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Marathon's are where it's at....they've been bullet-proof in my experience. I've purchased sets for 3 different vehicles.

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I can't imagine that the trek armor are more durable than the Marathon. Hard to beat 1000D Cordura. these are my custom Marathon seat covers.
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Another vote for trek armor...love mine so far.
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