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grkboy707
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APR 05, 09:51 PM
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I just use the Bondo kit. It's easy to come by, and it gets the job done. It comes in a green can, and the matte is just in a clear bag.
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TXGOOD
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APR 05, 10:21 PM
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I think fiberglass is a good medium to use on dashboards, I was just saying that I wouldn`t use the local supplier anymore.
To be honest, if you want to build a one-off dashboard, I would form the base with a combination of cardboard and foam or just cardboard.
You can see what I did at the beginning of this thread on the first one I built.
Then when you get the basic design, sandwhich it with a layer of fiberglass on either side, and smooth it with filler.
You can pretty much make it any design you want if you will be painting it, although you do have to get it very smooth.
I like using vinyl, and since I don`t have a sewing resource I design the dash to be able to be covered easily.
This second dash I am using forms and templates so I can make another easily, if there is any interest down the road.
Hopefully, I will get back up to speed on this dash this week, as I have taken a break to replace a few parts on the BMW 318IS I bought my son.
Mike[This message has been edited by TXGOOD (edited 04-05-2010).]
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TXGOOD
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APR 11, 12:19 PM
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I got my pod covered today.
I need to get some larger trim for the front edge because I changed the way I am going to cover the pod and the groove is not
quite wide enough, but you can get an idea of what I`m doing.
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TXGOOD
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APR 12, 08:04 AM
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I think I`m going to angle the instrument pod down a bit because it looks sort of large as it is.
That will allow me to cut the defrost vent all the way over to about the middle of the pod.
I am also about to experiment with installing the center gauges in the console.
Mike
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bowrapennocks
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APR 12, 09:01 AM
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Looks great. I have been following this thread for a while.
When I do custom interiors, in addition to fiberglass, I use .100" 5052 sheet aluminum. You can bend it and cut it with a jigsaw or coping saw. It is much easier for flat or slightly curved surfaces. The local company here stocks it in 4' x 12' sheets, but will cut a sheet and sell you only what you need.
Jim[This message has been edited by bowrapennocks (edited 04-12-2010).]
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TXGOOD
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APR 12, 09:17 AM
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Thanks
There is a company here in Austin that will cut and sell the size sheet metal you need.
I have, so far only used sheetmetal for a couple of my forms for making the fiberglass parts.
It`s easy to pull the fiberglass out of it and it only requires one coating of wax.
I like using plywood, where I can, for example the console sides because, when stapled,
you don`t have to worry about the vinyl pulling loose, as you do when gluing.
I have finally found a spray glue that works fairly well and is not real expensive.
It`s sold by A-1 fabric in California.
Mike[This message has been edited by TXGOOD (edited 04-12-2010).]
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TXGOOD
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APR 12, 08:31 PM
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I started to cut down my instrument pod and although I haven`t covered it yet, I photoshopped what the change will look like.
I like it much better.
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steve308
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APR 27, 08:19 PM
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And ?????????????????? update please!
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TXGOOD
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APR 27, 08:35 PM
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I don`t have any updates right now.
The last couple of weeks I have been busy with my band, but I hope to get back to this project this week.
I have another dash pulled out of the mold, I just have to start cutting out the holes for everything.
Mike
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Sharkman
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APR 28, 09:03 AM
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Nice job. Looks good.
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