Under dash panels for 230SL RHD

[Merc_Girl]

I saw these at PagodaFest. I thought they were good quality. The driver side and center panels would have to be cut to accommodate the type of steering column and manual/auto pedals.

 https://vintageeuroparts.com/index.php/new-under-dash-covering-early-pagoda.html

https://vintageeuroparts.com/index.php/new-under-dash-covering-late-style-pagoda.html

Thanks

Presume these are for a left hand drive? Might be able to use your useful templates and compare and alter accordingly 😁

[Merc_Girl]

Why is your Fuel Injection Pump being replaced ?

And if ido take the panels out, I’ll template a couple of times and see what I can do to help others - albeit for later cars/auto/rhd

Hi James
Injector pump can’t be adjusted any further and spark plugs coking up quickly, especially in traffic jams, which as you know, in the UK are pretty common.
Anyway, garage is paying for the replacement and fitting, so I’m happy 😁

[Merc_Girl]

I found some photos of a friends original manual 260 sl driver side panel to illustrate the back side foam. Similar for the other two panels in the applicable areas.

Very helpful, thanks. I’ll make sure I do that

Gary
Once I’ve investigated and created temples, I’ll be happy to add to the Tech manual and the ‘Premium’ section. You may have to wait a while though as this will probably be a ‘winter’ activity 😁

[mrfatboy]

Thanks

Presume these are for a left hand drive? Might be able to use your useful templates and compare and alter accordingly 😁

Yes. They are for LHD. I posted because you can see the how the foam overhangs in some places as well as recessed about 3/4” in others. You might be able to make out the texture in the pictures also for reference.

The templates posted in the premium section were made from my originals panels. They were also compared with a friend’s 250sl panels.

If you can’t find a textured panel you like I would cover them with matching leather or MB Tex. I have seen it done both ways.

[JamesL]

I lied
I bought the material for my panels from Jackson’s of Poole (their classics parts dept)
https://www.mercedes-benzofpoole.co.uk/content/dam/united-kingdom/retailer/retail-sandown/mercedes-benz-of-poole/Classic%20Car%20Parts/Mercedes-Benz%20113%20SL%20new.pdf.asset.ce7RgLUA1UZcTKzaTaXxo6wvXp_OJclNXJhzs_ZbR4E.attachment.pdf

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You’ll need to phone them

It’s a blanks panel to be cut. I’ll get templating today - I’ll do a paper set for Garry and also a set in card that I can use in future if needed (saves taking the panels out a second time)

[Dave H]

I bought the Embossed card material from a UK classic trim supplier called “Woolies “and made my own.
Google “ millboard trim panel “ and it will come up with many different suppliers of suitable material to use. £17.50 plus UK postage if I recall .

[JamesL]

Ok
Panels out. Drawn around them onto card
Panels back in the car

I’ll transfer these templates on to brown paper to send to Garry (pm/email me an address pls Garry)
MercGirl? You want a set?

These from a RHD 280 Auto

[Merc_Girl]

Ok
Panels out. Drawn around them onto card
Panels back in the car

I’ll transfer these templates on to brown paper to send to Garry (pm/email me an address pls Garry)
MercGirl? You want a set?

These from a RHD 280 Auto

Yes please James. I’ll P.M you 😁

[mrfatboy]

The passenger and center look identical but mirrored to the LHD versions. The center looks cut for the later steering column. If you notice that the center panel has a notch which is for automatics only. No need for it for manuals.  However, my 4 speed had the  notch in it. Mostly MB did it for one size fits all.


James,

Can you scan your templates and post or email  them to me ? I will add them to the tech manual. That way people can just download when needed and no need to mail.

You can have them scanned since the are big at a fedex office, ups store, or what ever is convenient in the UK. Should only cost a couple of pounds.

[mrfatboy]

I received the traced outlines of JamesL's RHD 280sl Auto underdash panels.  London to San Diego    Thanks James    I have attached the comparison photos below.

While they are very similar "mirrored" they are not exact. 

- The middle panel is almost exact with slight differences. The LHD panel could be used with some trimming.

- The passenger panel has the same basic shape as the LHD panel but shorter and the perimeter notches are in different places respectively. 

- The driver's panel is the most different.

The next time I get a chance I will have the RHD panels scanned at the UPS store and post in the Premium Section of the tech manual.

[mrfatboy]

more photos.

[Leester]

Very helpful posts on something I will be doing at some future point. I wonder if anyone could add the dimensions on the templates in the premium section. Many thanks to all who have done so much already.

Lee

[Garry]

All Full Members are able to add to the Technical Manual, and we rely on some doing so to expand our knowledge.


You can try it out by playing in the sand pit before going “live” with your input.


Garry
Membership Administrator

[JamesL]

Did your templates arrive Garry or is the post still slow

[Garry]

James,


The post is really slow at the moment so i am not expecting it to get here under at least a month and maybe two.


Got quoted up to three months for mail to USA or UK at the moment!!!  We have no international tourists flights other than repat Aussies ones coming in until further notice so not a lot of flights to get mail loaded on.


It will get here eventually.

[mrfatboy]

I went to Staples today and had JamesL's patterns scanned in full size.

Enjoy

https://www.sl113.org/wiki/Restricted/UnderdashAndTrunkPanelTemplates

[Merc_Girl]

Thanks everyone

That’s one of the ‘winter jobs’ when I can’t go out to play! 😁