Re: [DML] dash cracks

[mike.griese@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

Andy - cosmetic repairs depend on two things:  What you 
want when you are done, and how much you have to spend.
The best way to repair your dash pad is to remove it
and send it to Just Dashes.  They will remove the old
vinyl and replace it with new that will match in color
and grain.  This will be expensive - figure around
$500.  

Another alternative is to fill the cracks and
redye the area.  You can do this yourself or use the
same travelling interior repair guys the dealerships use
to detail used cars before they go on the lot.  Just
ask at any local dealership.  It's usually the same guy
that does work for all of the local dealers.  They have
the proper materials to fill the cracks and color match
the area around the patch.  Depending on the time involved, 
this is probably less than $100.  Note that you will be
able to see the repair and the cracks will come back.

A third option is to buy a patch kit yourself and give 
it a whack.  You will need an airbrush to apply the 
dye and a good eye for mixing dyes to get the color to 
match.  This repair will be most evident and the least
durable.


--
Mike


-------------- Original message from "andy" : -------------- 
> old #3513 has two cracks in the dash (flat part next to the window) 
> that runs from the windshield to the edge of the dash. I am sure 
> someone out there has had this problem



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