NEW - Soon to be released Dashes Direct 79-86 DASHPAD: REVIEW

[varn82]

Ok, so Ed. Looks like you need a gray one anyways, so if you want me to check fitment on a 79 Capri, send it up. My address is 39...............Sorry, got off track. Nice item for sure. One thing I need for my interior.

[sowaxeman]

This is great news! Not that I need one, but I know several that do!

['86 5.0L]

It still doesn't hang down low enough at the front to hide the screw holes at the top of the instrument bezels.

I dont think its suppose to, I wondered about these screw holes the other day and how Ford didnt bother hiding it better

[sowaxeman]

Do we know if these will be done on a limited run or if they plan to keep these in the product line indefinitely?

[82 fairmont guy]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Zap's 85 GT
It still doesn't hang down low enough at the front to hide the screw holes at the top of the instrument bezels.

I dont think its suppose to, I wondered about these screw holes the other day and how Ford didnt bother hiding it better




actually they just expected you to be tall enough to look over the dash not under it............. ha ha ha just kidding.

[79_5.0]

now that is something I might have to order. I am rather curious about the fit in the Capri though. I also hope to see a Canadian distributor carry these

[magnum517]

ed thanks for the very cool review and write up. definately need one of these for the vert!!

[plumkrazy]

Nice to see the aftermarket is coming around to our needs.

[eeprete]

Do we know if these will be done on a limited run or if they plan to keep these in the product line indefinitely?

Sorry about the delay in responding, Jason. I do not think its a limited run. With that said, I likely wouldn't hesitate if its something you need immediately or think you need in the short term. Bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

now that is something I might have to order. I am rather curious about the fit in the Capri though. I also hope to see a Canadian distributor carry these

I'll be ordering it for my Capri likely before the end of the month. I will then follow up to let you know about fitment if thats ok. Been tied up with my Explorer for a while.

Nice to see the aftermarket is coming around to our needs.

Absolutely. Its great to finally get these cars recognized to a point where vendors are making stuff for our cars! And even better when it fits and works and looks good.

[Blainer]

now that is something I might have to order. I am rather curious about the fit in the Capri though. I also hope to see a Canadian distributor carry these

The mustang shop in Calgary carries them. I got a spare one from them.

[escogt]

Bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

Huh? Lady Bird Johnson & President Bush?

[tbirdsps]

Thanks for the heads up. Is there a good dye available for the tan shade that I need for my '86?

You are going to need one for that 82 Cougar.....

[Jax Rhapsody]

THings are looking up for us, now. And that dash looks good in your car with that two-tone thing.

[jaidedeye]

i have a repro das top in my svo....the sun has made the plastic frame warp.....can i fix it? the svo sits in my garage now so its not victim to the sun anymore

look above the gauges on the passenger side

[escogt]

Let's see those seats man. They look sweet.

[eeprete]

i have a repro das top in my svo....the sun has made the plastic frame warp.....can i fix it? the svo sits in my garage now so its not victim to the sun anymore

look above the gauges on the passenger side

you'd be better off simply replacing it at this point. Do you know the brand of your repro dash?

[79_5.0]

I'll be ordering it for my Capri likely before the end of the month. I will then follow up to let you know about fitment if thats ok. Been tied up with my Explorer for a while.

no worries dude. take all the time you need.

[2ksteeda]

I bought one of these pads this week. I just received it today and it came with a note in the box saying not to paint the pad. I don't want to leave it black so I'm not sure what to do. I guess the only choice is to try and paint it to match and hope for the best.

The description from CJ Pony :

DASH PAD OE STYLE BLACK VINYL 1979-1986
Part Number: PAD18B

OE Style Black Vinyl Dash Pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs.

Dash pads fade and crack over time. This is the best quality reproduction dash pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs you will find! Made from the OE style vinyl and using a new tooling, this pad is a direct replacement for your factory dash.

*Only available in black. Can be dyed to match other interior colors.

++++++++++

Kind of confusing since the description says it can be dyed but the note in the box says it should not be. I'm going to try anyway and hopefully dont waste the $220.

[TheWizard]

i have a repro das top in my svo....the sun has made the plastic frame warp.....can i fix it? the svo sits in my garage now so its not victim to the sun anymore

look above the gauges on the passenger side

Yeeah! the whole car looks horrible...give it to me
jk

[TheWizard]

I bought one of these pads this week. I just received it today and it came with a note in the box saying not to paint the pad. I don't want to leave it black so I'm not sure what to do. I guess the only choice is to try and paint it to match and hope for the best.

The description from CJ Pony :

DASH PAD OE STYLE BLACK VINYL 1979-1986
Part Number: PAD18B

OE Style Black Vinyl Dash Pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs.

Dash pads fade and crack over time. This is the best quality reproduction dash pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs you will find! Made from the OE style vinyl and using a new tooling, this pad is a direct replacement for your factory dash.

*Only available in black. Can be dyed to match other interior colors.

++++++++++

Kind of confusing since the description says it can be dyed but the note in the box says it should not be. I'm going to try anyway and hopefully dont waste the $220.

I guess they mean for you to use dye instead of paint, but I could be wrong.

[eeprete]

yes, dye. not paint. good to see they are shipping.

[dcraig1000]

Laurel mountain mustangs are carrying them too.

[sonic03snake]

Are you sure it was a dashes direct pad? It sounds like you may have an Auto Pro one. We just received 30 of the Dashes Direct black vinyl wrapped pads and they come with instructions to dye it if you choose to do so. I must say they look pretty nice, im going to take one home and try it out this week.

I bought one of these pads this week. I just received it today and it came with a note in the box saying not to paint the pad. I don't want to leave it black so I'm not sure what to do. I guess the only choice is to try and paint it to match and hope for the best.

The description from CJ Pony :

DASH PAD OE STYLE BLACK VINYL 1979-1986
Part Number: PAD18B

OE Style Black Vinyl Dash Pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs.

Dash pads fade and crack over time. This is the best quality reproduction dash pad for 1979-1986 Mustangs you will find! Made from the OE style vinyl and using a new tooling, this pad is a direct replacement for your factory dash.

*Only available in black. Can be dyed to match other interior colors.

++++++++++

Kind of confusing since the description says it can be dyed but the note in the box says it should not be. I'm going to try anyway and hopefully dont waste the $220.

[sonic03snake]

Here is the info that comes with the pad.

[2ksteeda]

Here is the info that comes with the pad.

It is a dashes direct pad, but did not come with that slip. I'll take a pic of the one that came in my box.