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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 10:34 AM
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From: LaGrange (10min from Poughkeepsie), NY
Car: 1992 Camaro RS - not real slow anymore...
Engine: SPDC 360 MAF EFI /w a Holley Stealth Ram
Transmission: T5 untill it blows up from to much torque
Axle/Gears: Ford 9" /w auburn pro & 3.89's
Dash Pad Cover

I'm in need of a dash pad for my 92 Camaro. I've been looking around and cannot believe the prices I'm seeing.


Classic Industried wants $330 for a new dash pad.

Hawks wants $300 for a USED dash pad.

Yearone doesn't even sell them.

You can't touch one on ebay for under $200...

And, Local J/Y's just don't have them anymore.



So what do you do? I was gonna go the route of re-upholstering it in new vinyl. But then I came across Dash Pad Cap's or Covers. How would you rate these? They actually cover up your exhisting dash pad hugging the corners? If this is a good option. Point in the right directing with a URL please.
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 11:01 AM
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They pop up on the parts for sale forum every now and then
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:15 PM
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Car: 1987 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 IROCZ
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I have one of those carpeted dash mat covers. And I don't realy like it. I had to velcro it to the dash so it would stop flying off when you mash the go pedal. And it looks funny to me. The only resson it's still on there is because it was there when I bought the car and the dash has a hugh crack. And I have other areas on the car that I need to spend the money on first. Adam :-)
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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From: LaGrange (10min from Poughkeepsie), NY
Car: 1992 Camaro RS - not real slow anymore...
Engine: SPDC 360 MAF EFI /w a Holley Stealth Ram
Transmission: T5 untill it blows up from to much torque
Axle/Gears: Ford 9" /w auburn pro & 3.89's
Ya, but what about the ones that a1 auto sells. I see them on ebay all of the time.

eBay Motors: 84 85 86 87 88 89 90-92 Chevy CAMARO Z28 DASH PAD cap ! (item 250003436073 end time Jul-07-06 12:19:03 PDT)

Ebay A1 AUTO people


Automotive dash repair has never been easier to do!! This dash-cap is a molded dash cover that is made from a type of plastic that gives it flexibility that is similar to rubber. It is durable, easily maneuvered into position, and laminated with a special layer of ultra-violet resistant material which is resistant to fading, deterioration, and cracking. This interior replacement dash pad cap is a breakthrough for the aftermarket and is perfect for any auto or truck restoration project!



Features:

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Vacuum formed for a great fit
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Designed to easily install over dry, cracked and faded originals
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Material-Laminated with a UV resistant material
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Dull Sheen finish to minimize glare and the grain will match your original
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Molded in black, but can be painted by the buyer to any color desired with vinyl paint
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Made from a versatile plastic that allows almost rubber like flexibility
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Comes with installation instructions
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Limited Lifetime Warranty - see below
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Made in USA
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:41 PM
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feel your pain

I have one of those carpeted dash mat covers. And I don't realy like it. I had to velcro it to the dash so it would stop flying off when you mash the go pedal. And it looks funny to me. The only resson it's still on there is because it was there when I bought the car and the dash has a hugh crack. And I have other areas on the car that I need to spend the money on first.
when IROC got totaled i just put it in the Z for cover protection,just no velcro,it seems to cause the windshield to fog up easy tho?that cap does look interesting,just wonder about it,fit and all
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:44 PM
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Do a search, I remember reading about that cap last year but I don't remember if it was any good. I paid $75 shipped for a mint dash pad from a guy on here.
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:51 PM
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From: LaGrange (10min from Poughkeepsie), NY
Car: 1992 Camaro RS - not real slow anymore...
Engine: SPDC 360 MAF EFI /w a Holley Stealth Ram
Transmission: T5 untill it blows up from to much torque
Axle/Gears: Ford 9" /w auburn pro & 3.89's
Originally Posted by 82 Iron Duke
Do a search, I remember reading about that cap last year but I don't remember if it was any good. I paid $75 shipped for a mint dash pad from a guy on here.
I just tried searching and no luck. Would you mind linking the thread if you remember the name?
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:56 PM
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I am looking I just don't remember so give me a sec. How bad is your dash pad cracked?
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https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/afte...light=dash+pad

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/sear...earchid=163798

Last edited by 82 Iron Duke; Jul 2, 2006 at 03:00 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 03:16 PM
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i my be mistaken, but i think hawks also sells the plastic form-fitting covers. i'm interested in these too to protect my new dash pad (when i get it). thanks for the links iron

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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 11:15 PM
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From: LaGrange (10min from Poughkeepsie), NY
Car: 1992 Camaro RS - not real slow anymore...
Engine: SPDC 360 MAF EFI /w a Holley Stealth Ram
Transmission: T5 untill it blows up from to much torque
Axle/Gears: Ford 9" /w auburn pro & 3.89's
Originally Posted by 82 Iron Duke
I am looking I just don't remember so give me a sec. How bad is your dash pad cracked?
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https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/afte...light=dash+pad

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/sear...earchid=163798

I don't even have the old dashpad anymore. I ditched it a year ago before I knew how much they costed due to various cracks and tears. BTW, your 2nd link doesn't work.
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