brumbach
Well-known member
Three years ago when I purchase my 65 nassau blue vet, I replaced the front carpet. I replaced it because it was badly stained on both the driver and passenger side near the foot area. The replacement carpet I purchased came from Zip. Since replacing the carpet, the car is kept in a climate controlled area. I drive it weekly but only on nice days and generally not more than a 1/2 hour on a Saturday or Sunday. I've only been caught in the rain once and it was only for a few minutes. Two weeks ago, I noticed that the carpet on the driver's side (again near the foot position) was becoming discolored. By the way, the carpet color is blue to match the car exterior. The discoloration is becoming more pronounced. It started sort of yellowish and now is a dark brown. Once again I going to replace the carpet but wouldn't want to do so without at least determining the source of the problem. Zip thought that the carpet may have become wet due to a teak. If this was the case, it could only be while washing the car but I've never noticed any leaking into the cab. Could heat from the exhaust or engine cause this? I did not install the heat shield under layment when I changed the carpet. Has anyone had a negative experience with Zip carpet similar to mine? Any advise will be appreciated. Bill