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Dooley Dude · 02-03-2009, 05:35 PM

I just got a urethane dash pad from Dashes Direct for my '85 C30. It's black. My interior is blue. I was planning on dyeing it, but the new dash had a slip of paper with a warning "Do not try to dye/paint this dash!" They say it won't adhere. Anybody tried it anyway? I'm inclined to leave it black, but I'm not real happy about it.

Another thing: Almost all of the plastic studs snapped off of the trim panel. I couldn't get the speed nuts to budge, but the slightest pressure would snap the studs off. Now I'm left trying to figure out how to attach it to the new dash pad. I'm thinking double-sided adhesive tape? I suppose I could buy a new trim piece, but I'm wondering if most of the replacement stuff available is junk.

All help and opinions appreciated!

gchemist · 02-03-2009, 09:13 PM

I painted a black dash. I used a special primer before painting. Other than hard nicks, it's held up really well. The edges near the door are locations to not nick.

**old Rusty C10** · 02-03-2009, 09:18 PM

i had one where half of the studs broke off and i siliconed it on... prolly not the best idea but it worked

bigblock73 · 02-03-2009, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gchemist

I painted a black dash. I used a special primer before painting. Other than hard nicks, it's held up really well. The edges near the door are locations to not nick.

Was it a Dashes Direct pad G??

Those pieces of crap cannot be dyed...they are too flexible/flimsy and the paint will crack like an easter egg.

**thinair** · 02-03-2009, 11:07 PM

depending on how far down your studs snapped.......turn the nut over,and tighten with a pair of pliers,just snug it up and it will be good.

**N2TRUX** · 02-04-2009, 12:58 AM

DO NOT attempt to dye it. They put that warning in there for a reason. It WILL NOT adhere.

Hoods69BadBowTie · 02-04-2009, 03:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

DO NOT attempt to dye it. They put that warning in there for a reason. It WILL NOT adhere.

Ya x2 thats what I was thinking!

**Captkaos** · 02-04-2009, 04:42 PM

Don't Dye it. It won't stick. This along with a few other reasons is why I don't sell these.

James McClure · 02-04-2009, 05:33 PM

Capt will set ya up, get one from him and dye to your hearts content, just use the right materials AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE LETTER. If Capt don't have it and you go LMC, make danm sure you order the OEM pad. If you don't you'll be sorry. Mine is OEM and I had trouble with that, not to mention it's pricey. jim

**Captkaos** · 02-04-2009, 05:36 PM

I only advertise the Original GM ones on the site, but I have a few Dash Direct vinyl skinned ones on hand but can get them, you just have to let me know.

gchemist · 02-04-2009, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Was it a Dashes Direct pad G??

Those pieces of crap cannot be dyed...they are too flexible/flimsy and the paint will crack like an easter egg.

No, my dash was ordered from LMC.

**lolife99** · 02-04-2009, 08:37 PM

I have a urethane dash pad in my '89 crew cab. I agree on the fact that it's a hunk of crap. The color looks good,... but the fit is not worth your time. I'll be installing a nice OEM dash when I find a deal on one.

02-03-2009, 05:35 PM	#1
Dooley Dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 53	Pardon my ignorance! I just got a urethane dash pad from Dashes Direct for my '85 C30. It's black. My interior is blue. I was planning on dyeing it, but the new dash had a slip of paper with a warning "Do not try to dye/paint this dash!" They say it won't adhere. Anybody tried it anyway? I'm inclined to leave it black, but I'm not real happy about it. Another thing: Almost all of the plastic studs snapped off of the trim panel. I couldn't get the speed nuts to budge, but the slightest pressure would snap the studs off. Now I'm left trying to figure out how to attach it to the new dash pad. I'm thinking double-sided adhesive tape? I suppose I could buy a new trim piece, but I'm wondering if most of the replacement stuff available is junk. All help and opinions appreciated!

02-03-2009, 09:13 PM	#2
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: Pardon my ignorance! I painted a black dash. I used a special primer before painting. Other than hard nicks, it's held up really well. The edges near the door are locations to not nick. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos Last edited by gchemist; 02-03-2009 at 09:14 PM.

02-03-2009, 09:18 PM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: Pardon my ignorance! i had one where half of the studs broke off and i siliconed it on... prolly not the best idea but it worked __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

02-03-2009, 11:07 PM	#5
thinair thinair Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: omaha,ne Posts: 1,008	Re: Pardon my ignorance! depending on how far down your studs snapped.......turn the nut over,and tighten with a pair of pliers,just snug it up and it will be good.

02-04-2009, 12:58 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Pardon my ignorance! DO NOT attempt to dye it. They put that warning in there for a reason. It WILL NOT adhere. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-04-2009, 04:42 PM	#8
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Pardon my ignorance! Don't Dye it. It won't stick. This along with a few other reasons is why I don't sell these. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

02-04-2009, 05:33 PM	#9
James McClure One shot, one kill. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saratoga Springs NY Posts: 859	Re: Pardon my ignorance! Capt will set ya up, get one from him and dye to your hearts content, just use the right materials AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE LETTER. If Capt don't have it and you go LMC, make danm sure you order the OEM pad. If you don't you'll be sorry. Mine is OEM and I had trouble with that, not to mention it's pricey. jim __________________ 1984 K20 350M engine with 465,000 miles. Well, it's finally done!! Almost 2 years of work, but it was really worth the effort. Little stuff left to do is mount winch, wet sand & buff out and build belly pan\running boards. Body work takes lots and LOTS of beer!!!! God, Guts and Guns made America and God, Guts and Guns will preserve it! The worst thing you could do is get into my sights, but that don't matter, you'll never know it, cause you'll never hear the shotJim or Paladin whichever you choose.

02-04-2009, 05:36 PM	#10
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Pardon my ignorance! I only advertise the Original GM ones on the site, but I have a few Dash Direct vinyl skinned ones on hand but can get them, you just have to let me know. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

02-04-2009, 08:37 PM	#12
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Pardon my ignorance! I have a urethane dash pad in my '89 crew cab. I agree on the fact that it's a hunk of crap. The color looks good,... but the fit is not worth your time. I'll be installing a nice OEM dash when I find a deal on one. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 02-04-2009 at 08:38 PM.

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