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| kupcar |
 Sep 19 2015, 10:35 PM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 95 Joined: 14-February 13 From: Chicago Member No.: 15,528 Region Association: None  |
What's the best product to bring my dash back to looking new? Any suggestions are appreciated. It time to detail this thing!
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| 9fourteen14 |
Oct 18 2015, 08:20 PM
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PORSCHE LUVA Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 5-July 15 From: boston Member No.: 18,920 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(kupcar @ Sep 20 2015, 12:35 AM)  What's the best product to bring my dash back to looking new? Any suggestions are appreciated. It time to detail this thing! I am surprised there has not been a large discussion here. I have only had my teener since 7/4/15 and have done and learned so much. my dash is cracking so I am very curious what others have done. I did use the 3M product to soften it up. i have perused a few processes on the internet of how people fic the cracks in the dash. the most feasible is with auto caulk the same color of auto or black if lucky. just google repair dashboard crack. have u seen this one:http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1865940-DIY-Cracked-Dashboard-Repair-Pic-Heavy i will take before and after pictures and post everything here.... any other ideas or tips for repairing cracks in dash? KTF |
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| boxsterfan |
Oct 18 2015, 09:38 PM
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914's are kewl Group: Members Posts: 1,776 Joined: 6-June 03 From: San Ramon, CA Member No.: 791 Region Association: Northern California |
I think there are some threads on this board related to what concourse folks do to keep their dashes looking perfect. I'd follow what they do. I don't think Armor-All is recommended in those circles.
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| mepstein |
Oct 19 2015, 05:19 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,307 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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Once it's cracked, it will keep cracking. If you want it to look nice, either buy a plastic dash topper or a new dash pad from 914rubber.com
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| michael7810 |
Oct 19 2015, 05:47 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,081 Joined: 6-June 11 From: Scottsdale, AZ Member No.: 13,164 Region Association: Southwest Region
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PMB is selling new dashes now. Eric had one at Rennsport that looked real nice.
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| Olympic 914 |
Oct 19 2015, 07:14 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 1,673 Joined: 7-July 11 From: Pittsburgh PA Member No.: 13,287 Region Association: North East States
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QUOTE(boxsterfan @ Oct 18 2015, 11:38 PM) I think there are some threads on this board related to what concourse folks do to keep their dashes looking perfect. I'd follow what they do. I don't think Armor-All is recommended in those circles. Many years ago I was told to use Murphys Oil Soap on the vinyl dash and other parts. I use it on the leather seats also. works for me. my DD vehicle always sit outside and no dash cracking issues. |
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| 76-914 |
Oct 19 2015, 08:09 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,507 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(mepstein @ Oct 19 2015, 04:19 AM) Once it's cracked, it will keep cracking. If you want it to look nice, either buy a plastic dash topper or a new dash pad from 914rubber.com (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) |
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| Dion |
Oct 19 2015, 11:42 AM
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RN Group: Members Posts: 2,766 Joined: 16-September 04 From: Audubon,PA Member No.: 2,766 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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I've kept my interior going with these products.
You must use a protectant after the Meguiar's HD cleaner. Vinylex and Griots dressing are neck and neck in performance. IMHO. But obviously if it's cracked it will continue. Dash cap or Repro. Cheers, Dion Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| PanelBilly |
Oct 19 2015, 09:15 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,811 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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Here's my thoughts. Clean the vinyl with a sponge designed to do it, not something you'd use in the kitchen. Here's mine.
 and this is the cleaner I use  The sponge to apply the coating with should be closed cell. It doesn't soak up the fluid, so more of it goes on the surface  And here's a top coat that will help block the UV and keep it from discoloring and cracking  SO with a little effort your vinyl and rubber have a nice semi gloss, not at all like a silicone finish  Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| 9fourteen14 |
Jan 10 2016, 08:40 PM
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PORSCHE LUVA Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 5-July 15 From: boston Member No.: 18,920 Region Association: North East States |
this is awesome..
I appreciate everyone sharing how they have kept their interior and exterior looking excellent.. i am planning on doing the interior soon. look for my questions/answers thanx again to everyone. for at least looking at my inquires |
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