Posting this on the jet forum may be just a little bit out of place, but I want to tint the canopy for my C-ARF Eurosport and would like any available advice on the best way to do it.

I intend to use Rit dye (gold). Have heard rumors that some people use a salt water prep bath, others use vinegar. What is the purpose of this and how is it done???

What is the max. recommended water temp. for the dye bath to prevent deforming the canopy (someone told me 140 degrees)??? How long should the canopy remain in the dye bath for maximum absorption??? If I want it darker, do I repeat the dye process???

Thanks in advance for any advice guys.