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| bkrantz |
 Mar 4 2021, 09:45 PM
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I am about to install new vinyl and padding (from RD). The original padding was glued completely to the metal dash top, and the original vinyl was glued only along the edges or where wrapped over the edge. It was not glued to the padding.
Some methods I have seen for replacement do glue the vinyl to the pad. Opinions? Having the vinyl "loose" seems like it will let it stretch evenly, and maybe avoid wrinkles in the future. |
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| iankarr |
Mar 6 2021, 09:44 AM
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The wrencher formerly known as Cuddy_K Group: Members Posts: 2,482 Joined: 22-May 15 From: Heber City, UT Member No.: 18,749 Region Association: Intermountain Region
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I’ve done it both ways. I think gluing the vinyl to the foam looks better. The real key is the right adhesive. That area gets super hot in the sun and not many glues are up to the challenge. The DAP weld wood you used on other trim is great stuff. In case you haven’t seen it, here’s my video on the dash resto. Feel free to comment and critique if you find better / easier ways to do this project...
https://youtu.be/uP1IA944nyM |
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bkrantz Das Top Vinyl and Pad--Glue or Not? Mar 4 2021, 09:45 PM
wonkipop
I am about to install new vinyl and padding (from... Mar 5 2021, 06:34 PM bkrantz Thanks, Wonki. Any others who did this one way or... Mar 5 2021, 08:54 PM Morph914 I glued mine and was very happy with the results. ... Mar 5 2021, 09:43 PM
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