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post Sep 27 2019, 06:13 PM
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Anybody have any opinions/experience with dash covers?

I thought I might get one from Coverlay Mfg until I decide to get a nice one from 914 Rubber.

Here's the link: https://coverlaymfg.com/i-11361518-coverlay...dash-cover.html
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post Sep 27 2019, 07:23 PM
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I've done Coverlays on two different 914s. I know it's the cheapie way to go, but I put them in and forget about it. It's really hard to tell between it and a real dash when it's installed.

I put my money into other (ahem) things.
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post Sep 27 2019, 08:12 PM
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QUOTE(914 RZ-1 @ Sep 27 2019, 08:13 PM) *
Anybody have any opinions/experience with dash covers?

Go for it. You will love the difference in appearance.
I have one and my only complaint is the sun has warped a section of it. But, unless you look for it, can't really tell. Especially from the driver's seat (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

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post Sep 27 2019, 08:57 PM
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I've been thinking of doing the same. Check this out. It's flocking awesome.

https://youtu.be/9CKsHDOhAZQ
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post Sep 27 2019, 09:02 PM
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Have you looked at the 914rubber.com replacement? Like new.


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post Sep 27 2019, 09:10 PM
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I think the OP is trying to save money, so that's why he's not considering a 914 Rubber replacement dashboard. Easy to see (and understand) as the cover is only $131 while the replacement dash is $565.

As long as you're fine with a cover....it's definitely one way to go.
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post Sep 27 2019, 09:13 PM
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I think the OP is trying to save money, so that's why he's not considering a 914 Rubber replacement dashboard. Easy to see (and understand) as the cover is only $131 while the replacement dash is $565.

As long as you're fine with a cover....it's definitely one way to go.


I get that. It’s just too easy to replace and for me, not enough price difference...
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post Sep 28 2019, 04:52 AM
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Don't forget the 80s classic option: Monkey Fur carpet dash topper. They were all the rage.

My car was purchased with cover lay type topper on it. When I looked at it quickly the very 1st time it fooled me. Had to look closer and then saw it. Not bad overall for the cost vs new part.
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post Sep 28 2019, 10:10 PM
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I bought a dashmat cover, looks alright if you need pics of it let me know, about $45. Another person also said it looks good.
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post Sep 28 2019, 11:05 PM
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2nd on Dash Mat. Cheap, you can hide stuff under it, and it will keep the sun off the new replacement.
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post Sep 29 2019, 08:35 AM
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Has anyone used black rtv to cover up cracks, before painting.
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post Sep 29 2019, 09:37 AM
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2nd on Dash Mat. Cheap, you can hide stuff under it, and it will keep the sun off the new replacement.



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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Sorry guys I hope that didn't come off as condescending toward carpet toppers. That wasn't my intent.

My point was there was another option for carpet type toppers which wasn't on the table in the discussion yet. My buddies and I used to refer to any of the fuzzy dash toppers, sheepskin seat covers (remember those?), or fuzzy steering wheel covers as Monkey Fur - tongue in cheek name.

I actually had one in the 80's and used it to hide my cracked dash that I couldn't afford to fix and carpet topper was the cheapest fix for me. I'm not even sure if Coverlay's were available in the late 80's?

Sorry if I offended anyone using carpet type toppers. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Sep 29 2019, 09:45 AM
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Has anyone used black rtv to cover up cracks, before painting.


Not sure about RTV. I did try one of those vinyl repair kits and I can tell you that didn't work. Never quite looked right and didn't last. It eventually cracked again due to sun and/or temperature swings.

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post Sep 29 2019, 09:55 AM
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Superhawk 996............no offence taken..........I thought you were talking about the loooong shag type carpet that was in style for some time (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Sep 29 2019, 10:03 AM
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Here are pics of my dashmat cover, have had 2 people say they like it, I admit it is not the BEST type of cover buy for the price. $45Attached Image Attached Image
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post Sep 30 2019, 07:05 PM
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Thanks for all the input!

I currently have a carpet cover and don't like it, but it covers the ugly dash. I'm looking for a long-term temporary replacement and thought a dash cover might be the ticket. I'll eventually get a new dash from 914rubber, but will wait. The price difference is a bit steep.

I was more concerned with the particular company selling it; do they have a good product, a good reputation and is that price typical?
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post Sep 30 2019, 11:42 PM
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Where does one get a carpet topper (in black)?

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Here are pics of my dashmat cover, have had 2 people say they like it, I admit it is not the BEST type of cover buy for the price. $45Attached Image Attached Image
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post Oct 1 2019, 02:41 AM
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a member, was making CF replacements, I had em do 2 in clear fiberglass.....it is very well made with mounting brackets and all....price was in the middle range... just another example... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


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post Oct 1 2019, 08:31 AM
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I've sold several of them over the years, and everyone has been satisfied. Most of the guys didn't even glue them. Great value
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