Mine were staring to look bad from constantly taking them on and off and leaning on them. Levi told me get some balck vht and recoat them. They look good as new. I crimped my straps once they are tight
They'll last the life of the turbo if you install them and leave them alone. Taking them on and off, leaning on them, dragging parts/tools across them you just have to be a little careful because in the end they are only material and will eventually look pretty rough. Being able to get them recoated without having to ship them back and forth is a definite plus for everyone. Sorry for the slightly OT.