listy Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) A few imperfections, but it is my first attempt. Gear surround. http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-4ce1-bb4e.jpg Edited August 1, 2012 by listy (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK1 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Love the colour! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MannDuo Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 I used to hate wrapped dash's as I always thought they were tacky, but a lot of the material and colours out there now are really nice! And that's one of 'em, definitely put some pictures up when it's done! Also would recommend redoing it if you find there are imperfections, as it will only bug you when it's back together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sideexitsupra Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Well done for attempting this and finish looks good (on my phone). Hope you like the colour, personally and not a criticism, it doesn't do it for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) The picture doesn't really show the true colour. It's actually ice white Thanks for the nice comments guys. Figured why not give it a go. Worst than can happen is it looks gash, and I can just peel it all off again As for the imperfections, it will be redone at some point. Just need to see what I have left when it's all done. Struggling with the ignition surround at the moment so giving up until tomorrow. Edited July 31, 2012 by listy (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sideexitsupra Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Ah, looks some kind of beige on my phone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 Was taken with my phone in a yellowy light so that's why. When I get home to my camera I'll get better pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Main panel. http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-1dff-69c8.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 looks really good mate, where did you get it from? PM on the way shortly re turbo timer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 I got it from ebay from a yank site. I'll try and dig the shop name up. Struggling with the cluster surround at the moment and running out of vinyl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 did you use any extra adhesive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Yeah I'm using 120`c heat resistant adhesive as recommended by Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Is that a spray adhesive? got a link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaan W Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Wow I like it, good job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 My dash needs a new coat of paint (it previously had a lovely walnut finish), but I'm toying with the idea of getting it wrapped instead. If it was possible to see a variety of finishes/colours, preferably not carbon fibre, then I might be tempted. I don't want gloss either. A metallic matt would be perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Im going black faux suede on mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Is that a spray adhesive? got a link? It is mate. On my phone so can't find a link. If you search ebay for heat resistant spray adhesive it will come up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 My dash needs a new coat of paint (it previously had a lovely walnut finish), but I'm toying with the idea of getting it wrapped instead. If it was possible to see a variety of finishes/colours, preferably not carbon fibre, then I might be tempted. I don't want gloss either. A metallic matt would be perfect. Mine is white "carbon effect" but to be honest, looks nothing like carbon but still has a really nice texture to it. And isn't gloss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Ignition surround. http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-35b5-2062.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Really struggling with the dial cluster surround. Just can't seem to get the play I need with the vinyl. Going to keep trying until I run out though. If I can't do it, I'll just spray it white as it's kind of out of main view anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Done! Decided to try roughly cutting out the dial circles first, and it worked a treat. Just need to get some ss dial surrounds etc to finish it off Dial cluster http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-4001-b295.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Important bits I couldn't have done without: scalpel, heat gun (£20 from argos ) spray adhesive (heat resistant) and a lot of patience. Pick of it all in place coming up in a bit when I next get out to the car. Let's just hope the adhesive doesn't let me down in the heat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 All fitted. http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-4f40-010d.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-4f55-9450.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/1f492a41-4f63-4947.jpg Just need to save some pennies and get rid of the blue seats, and re do the door cards and my interior is done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MannDuo Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 I do quite like the white, really don't like the red though, ruins it imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 It's very patriotic though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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