norton
Doing the best that I can
I want to replace the wood grain overlay, on both my gauge cluster and consul. What is the best way to remove the old overlay, without damaging the plastic.
How can I remove wood grain overlay
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Heat gun or hair dryer. Don't get it too hot. Keep the gun moving.
My overlays on a barracuda rally dash were aluminum. The pulled some black paint off that was underneath. I used a thin plastic scraper and gently lifted the pieces off. Heat could probably be used to soften any adhesive, but risky.
I have not removed the overlay from a console. I wish I could find a burlwood console overlay, have only ever seen one.
I have not removed the overlay from a console. I wish I could find a burlwood console overlay, have only ever seen one.
Heat gun, hair dryer like what was suggested, be careful. If your overlay is in good shape, I would just cover over it. What I am going to do is cover mine with vinyl film, get this at any sign shop or order it online. The vinyl film pictured here is called, “Bravo Burl”, I like the looks. There are other textures and colors, many, many, others designs.
R&J SUPPLY Since 1959 - Sign and Heat Transfer Vinyl Supplies
A2845-S BRAVO BURL 2845 AVERY PRINTED FILM
R&J SUPPLY Since 1959 - Sign and Heat Transfer Vinyl Supplies
A2845-S BRAVO BURL 2845 AVERY PRINTED FILM
norton
Doing the best that I can
How about the plastic lenses, has any one tried using headlight lens restorer to get then clear again ?
340doc
Well-Known Member
I've used polishing compound with success. Rubbing compound in severe cases. Both followed by wax.
So true...Always start with a lesser compound, "bite wise", if feels like it isn't cutting it, move up to something more aggressive, then finish off. This what I use for that purpose, but there are many more products out there.......
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