Author Topic: Under dash Panels  (Read 2049 times)

col320ce

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Under dash Panels
« on: December 06, 2020, 00:38:20 »
The original was a compressed cardboard type of material. Is there generic material available to make these out of? Or what materials are recommended.
I know mb sells blanks but they are pretty pricey.
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Re: Under dash Panels
« Reply #1 on: December 06, 2020, 02:25:02 »
Check your local upholstery shop. They usually sell cardboard water resistant panels. They work well for the job.

The real issue is the outside texture of the panels. How authentic do you want it? I ended up covering mine with extra MB Tex that I had left over. Matches my new seat coverings.



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Re: Under dash Panels
« Reply #2 on: December 06, 2020, 02:31:29 »
Excellent... Not too fussed about the texture. I might cover mine too.
Col

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Re: Under dash Panels
« Reply #3 on: December 06, 2020, 02:35:47 »
Here are the ones I made.
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Re: Under dash Panels
« Reply #4 on: December 06, 2020, 02:55:42 »
They look great!
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Re: Under dash Panels
« Reply #5 on: December 06, 2020, 02:58:33 »
Don’t forget the 10nm foam on the back.
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