Were the inserts Alcantara or cloth? I really like that "red technical fabric" cloth they used for the inserts.
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Were the inserts Alcantara or cloth? I really like that "red technical fabric" cloth they used for the inserts.
Updated with a couple new pics of TT-05 driving around Detroit this week. They are driving the cars on snow tires at this time.
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That single stripe is a section of exposed carbon fiber under clear coat. Absolutely stunning when you look up close and see the way it is laid in a perfect chevron.
maxemus
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Sinovac
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There are a couple remaining potential options remaining Ford has not yet detailed publicly. They've asked that people given the opportunity to order early not put it all out there. I assume they may be detailing these remaining things in the next week or so because of NAIAS.
AJB
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Another Steering Wheel Data Point ...Alcantara vs Leather.
Just went to my garage and into my 2011 Shelby GT500 Mustang. The Steering wheel is leather at the top and bottom but :
1. Alcantara- between 9 o'clock and 11 o'clock and 1 o'clock and 3 o'clock... including the 'nubs' on the inside radius of the wheel
2. Alcantara -between -4 o'clock and 5 o'clock and 7 o'clock and 8 o'clock
So, the area where you are mostly holding the wheel 90 % of the driving time is Alcantara.
My Vehicle has 12,000 miles, original owner, only summer use and basically shows NO WEAR. (and I don't use any special 'Frank issued " gloves )
Therefore, I think either option long term (leather or Alcantara) is fine.
andy (ajb)
Just went to my garage and into my 2011 Shelby GT500 Mustang. The Steering wheel is leather at the top and bottom but :
1. Alcantara- between 9 o'clock and 11 o'clock and 1 o'clock and 3 o'clock... including the 'nubs' on the inside radius of the wheel
2. Alcantara -between -4 o'clock and 5 o'clock and 7 o'clock and 8 o'clock
So, the area where you are mostly holding the wheel 90 % of the driving time is Alcantara.
My Vehicle has 12,000 miles, original owner, only summer use and basically shows NO WEAR. (and I don't use any special 'Frank issued " gloves )
Therefore, I think either option long term (leather or Alcantara) is fine.
andy (ajb)
I think ultimately you will find it varies from person to person. Some people get sweaty hands quick, especially when driving rapidly.
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In order to preserve the beauty of Alcantara it is recommended that regular cleaning is carried out. Don’t rub too vigorously, and we don’t recommend using steam machines.
Daily cleaning: It is sufficient to dust Alcantara using a soft brush, a dry cloth, or a vacuum cleaner.
Weekly cleaning: After having dusted Alcantara, run a slightly moistened white cotton cloth over it. Avoid the use of printed absorbent cloths/papers as they can release ink onto the material.
Yearly cleaning: If the upholstery is removable, it is recommended that you wash it in a washing machine. If the upholstery is not removable it is possible to clean Alcantara, by using specific instructions listed in Washing instructions section. If such products are not available, please follow these instructions: dust the material with care; moisten a soft cloth or a sponge in clean water, wring it thoroughly and run it over the whole Alcantara material, making sure not to wet it excessively; rinse the cloth or sponge and repeat as necessary.
Leave to dry (overnight). Once dried, in order to restore the material, brush it delicately with a soft bristle brush.machine, following the instructions below (general washing instructions).
General Washing instructions
If it is necessary to fully wash the furniture’s removable upholstery due to extensive staining, follow the washing instructions below carefully:
In case of removable upholstery, alcantara® can be safely machine washed with water at about 30° C and a mild detergent; do not spin-dry. If there are velcro fastenings along the edges of the upholstery, they must be protected with counter-Velcro before washing in order not to damage the upholstery. Once the upholstery is washed, let it dry in the open air and brush it delicately with a soft bristle brush.
Alcantara® is not to be bleached with chlorine.
If necessary, alcantara® can be ironed, making sure that a white cloth is put between the iron and the product. The base of the iron must not reach
a temperature higher than 110°c.
In case of dry cleaning, trichloroethylene must not be used and direct contact with steam machines must be avoided. The use of the “spray extraction machine” is allowed only at low temperature. For the cleaning of non-removable upholstery follow the instructions given in the section “yearly cleaning”.
General Instructions for Stain Removal
In the case of localised stains, and when the speci c products for the cleaning of alcantara® are not available, (a list of such products is available on the web-site www.alcantara.com), the upholstery can be cleaned as follows:
• act immediately (within 30 minutes) and begin treating the stain from the outside edge into the centre in order to avoid the stain spreading;
• never pour a cleaning product directly onto Alcantara®;
• before removing the stain, remove any of the substance that has fallen
on the upholstery: if it’s thick (yoghurt, jam, etc.) use a spoon or a plastic spatula; for liquids, use non printed absorbent paper or a sponge;
• avoid rubbing to prevent the stain from spreading or going deep into the material;
• use a white cloth or a well wrung sponge for the removal of the stains; • if you use a sponge, rinse it in clean water and wring it well between
each wipe.
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In order to preserve the beauty of Alcantara it is recommended that regular cleaning is carried out. Don’t rub too vigorously, and we don’t recommend using steam machines.
Daily cleaning: It is sufficient to dust Alcantara using a soft brush, a dry cloth, or a vacuum cleaner.
Weekly cleaning: After having dusted Alcantara, run a slightly moistened white cotton cloth over it. Avoid the use of printed absorbent cloths/papers as they can release ink onto the material.
Yearly cleaning: If the upholstery is removable, it is recommended that you wash it in a washing machine. If the upholstery is not removable it is possible to clean Alcantara, by using specific instructions listed in Washing instructions section. If such products are not available, please follow these instructions: dust the material with care; moisten a soft cloth or a sponge in clean water, wring it thoroughly and run it over the whole Alcantara material, making sure not to wet it excessively; rinse the cloth or sponge and repeat as necessary.
Leave to dry (overnight). Once dried, in order to restore the material, brush it delicately with a soft bristle brush.machine, following the instructions below (general washing instructions).
General Washing instructions
If it is necessary to fully wash the furniture’s removable upholstery due to extensive staining, follow the washing instructions below carefully:
In case of removable upholstery, alcantara® can be safely machine washed with water at about 30° C and a mild detergent; do not spin-dry. If there are velcro fastenings along the edges of the upholstery, they must be protected with counter-Velcro before washing in order not to damage the upholstery. Once the upholstery is washed, let it dry in the open air and brush it delicately with a soft bristle brush.
Alcantara® is not to be bleached with chlorine.
If necessary, alcantara® can be ironed, making sure that a white cloth is put between the iron and the product. The base of the iron must not reach
a temperature higher than 110°c.
In case of dry cleaning, trichloroethylene must not be used and direct contact with steam machines must be avoided. The use of the “spray extraction machine” is allowed only at low temperature. For the cleaning of non-removable upholstery follow the instructions given in the section “yearly cleaning”.
General Instructions for Stain Removal
In the case of localised stains, and when the speci c products for the cleaning of alcantara® are not available, (a list of such products is available on the web-site www.alcantara.com), the upholstery can be cleaned as follows:
• act immediately (within 30 minutes) and begin treating the stain from the outside edge into the centre in order to avoid the stain spreading;
• never pour a cleaning product directly onto Alcantara®;
• before removing the stain, remove any of the substance that has fallen
on the upholstery: if it’s thick (yoghurt, jam, etc.) use a spoon or a plastic spatula; for liquids, use non printed absorbent paper or a sponge;
• avoid rubbing to prevent the stain from spreading or going deep into the material;
• use a white cloth or a well wrung sponge for the removal of the stains; • if you use a sponge, rinse it in clean water and wring it well between
each wipe.
knightka
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Sinovac
GT Owner
Thanks Dave for the Alcantara maintenance post. Just the length of your post makes me like cloth and leather better.
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