fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

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timrosser
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fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

Post by timrosser » Fri Nov 02, 2018 11:48 am

I'm struggling to fix my black dash surround - esp the top left corner which is now several superglued fragments.

Any tips for getting it to look slightly OEM!?!

Has anyone used a filler, then sanded the whole thing down and then sprayed it with a topcoat that looks like the original? If so what paint did you use? Thanks

Tim

arthuy
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Re: fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

Post by arthuy » Fri Nov 02, 2018 11:57 am

You could have it wrapped in vinyl.

So long as you fix the plastic and smooth it out a good wrapper should be able to apply some black vinyl to it. they do it for people looking for the carbon fibre look.

timrosser
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Re: fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

Post by timrosser » Fri Nov 02, 2018 12:56 pm

Ive just been watching youtube videos on that- think I would have to find the mattest of black finishes though - plasticote might be another good shout?

Hope your doing ok!

rhigga
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Re: fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

Post by rhigga » Sun Nov 04, 2018 12:15 am

If its the same problem i had, this is the link to my solution, i did this in april 2016 and it still looks as good today.

Best part is nobody seems to think it isn't part of the original dash surround.....

viewtopic.php?f=19&t=34981
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timrosser
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Re: fixing a cracked dash surrroud...

Post by timrosser » Sun Nov 04, 2018 11:49 am

Ah yes, I remember you posting that at the time, I'll keep you posted on how I get on with flexible filler & plasticote - if it all goes south I'll probably use a faux leather wrap over the whole thing ;-)

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