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ben parrish 04-10-2017 04:08 PM

Michael....WOW!!!
A crack developed in my dash this winter and you have given me the inspiration to fix it and recover myself...great job!
What was the cost of the vinyl and how much did it take?
BTW, Teresa says hello.

RSBob 04-10-2017 07:04 PM

:eek::D

rennch 04-12-2017 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ben parrish (Post 9545991)
Michael....WOW!!!
A crack developed in my dash this winter and you have given me the inspiration to fix it and recover myself...great job!
What was the cost of the vinyl and how much did it take?
BTW, Teresa says hello.



Hey Ben! I think it was $26/yard. I can get you the model #. 1 yard is plenty! Hi Teresa!


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hillskier 04-12-2017 09:09 AM

Thank you for sharing, well done! This is exactly what makes this forum awesome.

rennch 04-14-2017 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by hillskier (Post 9548156)
Thank you for sharing, well done! This is exactly what makes this forum awesome.



Thanks @hillskier. I'm editing the videos now so they'll be posted soon.


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Dmitry at Pelican Parts 04-14-2017 11:09 AM

If anyone is interested in a DIY on installing a new dash pad; please take a look at the link below:

Porsche 911 Dash Pad Installation | 911 (1965-89) - 930 Turbo (1975-89) | Pelican Parts DIY Maintenance Article


-Dmitry

rennch 04-14-2017 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dmitry at Pelican Parts (Post 9550943)
If anyone is interested in a DIY on installing a new dash pad; please take a look at the link below:

Porsche 911 Dash Pad Installation | 911 (1965-89) - 930 Turbo (1975-89) | Pelican Parts DIY Maintenance Article


-Dmitry



I will be reviewing this myself!


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rennch 04-27-2017 04:35 PM

Hideous Dashboard Restoration Attempt.
 
Here is a quick update for you guys. While the vinyl on top was restored, there was still some work to do with the bolts and plugs. A bit of por 15 and Epoxy and we should be ready to install later today or tomorrow.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...0aa06c7bfa.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...34e724e9ba.jpg

rennch 04-28-2017 12:46 AM

Finally home! This was my first Dash for the removal and install, and it's definitely not completely concours quality, but I'm really happy with how it turned out. I have the clips in, and tomorrow I will bolt it in.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...326979605a.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3df0ba8e40.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...953e64d60b.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...22c59afa49.jpg

I am slightly regretting not wrapping it in leather, but I'm happy with how it looks right now.


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stephens_kj 04-28-2017 02:45 AM

That is a fantastic effort, what a save. Love it when the originals are fixed as opposed to replace for new. Looks fantastic as well, top job..
To the untrained eye that would have been bin food, greta to see it back in the car looking awesome.

rennch 04-28-2017 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by stephens_kj (Post 9567835)
That is a fantastic effort, what a save. Love it when the originals are fixed as opposed to replace for new. Looks fantastic as well, top job..
To the untrained eye that would have been bin food, greta to see it back in the car looking awesome.



I had actually already tossed it behind my trash cans...and dug it out the next day. Thanks man.


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rennch 04-29-2017 06:33 PM

The final shot. I cleaned up the vents today, painted underneath the dash where it would show, and painted the vents as well.

I am using VHT rollbar and chassis paint, which is rated for 250°, and has a nice satin finish that is perfect for trim – in a Porsche 911.

Couldn't be happier with how it looks. Now to get the rest of the car done, LOL.


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...f585da9c3a.jpg


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Bill Douglas 04-29-2017 06:58 PM

I think you are going to get a lot of personal satisfaction every time you get in the car looking at that.

rennch 04-29-2017 07:14 PM

I think you're right


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DaveMcKenz 04-30-2017 03:56 AM

Looks fantastic, Michael. BTW that VHT Rollbar and Chassis paint is my favorite satin black also.
Good luck,
Dave

rennch 07-08-2018 11:18 AM

Quick update...(and my apologies if this brings up the thread and you just spent 20+ minutes on it...) I'm using these pictures and my complete vinyl install in a single Youtube video on my new channel. Stay tuned for the upload! (If you want to check it out, you can subscribe here...) http://rennch.com/youtube

rennch 07-16-2018 02:54 PM

I've just uploaded a Youtube video detailing the first half of this restoration. Part 2 on the way! https://youtu.be/x19CyCxB5nw

rennch 10-20-2018 10:58 AM

And here is part 2...how I wrapped it with Vinyl. https://youtu.be/DuXbGlcuiMA Enjoy!

ADDvanced 10-22-2018 05:44 AM

Lol. Awesome thread.


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