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Title: Dash top repair?
Post by: gturner008 on Sunday,December 28, 2014, 04:55:57 AM

I have a crack on top of the dash, middle... Common problem I suspect. I certainly don't want to replace, so wondered about anyone's experience of in situ repair? Was thinking about filler, touch up?

Any recommendations or suggestions?

Title: Re: Dash top repair?
Post by: blasterdad on Sunday,December 28, 2014, 06:13:22 AM

http://www.amazon.com/3M-08579-Leather-Vinyl-Repair/dp/B0058WXNOK/ref=sr_1_2/183-3764449-8742641?ie=UTF8&qid=1419775845&sr=8-2&keywords=vinyl+patch+repair+kit

Title: Re: Dash top repair?
Post by: jbcollier on Sunday,December 28, 2014, 08:08:58 AM

There are people who make their living doing in situ repairs to vinyl and plastic.  Most times their repairs are invisible.  Check with your local new car dealer as they be able to recommend someone.  Yes, many, if not most, "new" cars require "retouching".

Title: Re: Dash top repair?
Post by: gturner008 on Monday,December 29, 2014, 01:35:52 AM

Good call. Like Dentmaster... They do interiors too. I'll look into it. Guess they fill,rub down, then apply paint and fade in.