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F50 dashboard covering material

Discussion in '288GTO/F40/F50/Enzo/LaFerrari' started by Red Sled, Apr 25, 2017.

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  1. Red Sled

    Red Sled Formula Junior

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    #1 Red Sled, Apr 25, 2017
    Does anyone know what the grey dashboard covering is made from, and whether it can be sourced? The factory has none. I have seen a few which are close in appearance but not identical to the original. Thanks
     
  2. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ
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    #2 joe sackey, Apr 25, 2017

    Ask Henk HVL Class Leather® - Home he's a whizz at sourcing materials, he sourced the velour dashboard material for one of our 288 GTOs and it was a good match.
     
  3. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #3 Rifledriver, Apr 25, 2017
    Henk would be my first choice but you might get in touch with Re Originals too.
     
  4. Red Sled

    Red Sled Formula Junior

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    #4 Red Sled, Apr 26, 2017
    Joe, Brian - thank you both for the leads. Much appreciated. My dash covering becomes a slightly loose fit when cold but is taut as it should be when warm. Not sure whether it a common issue or whether age/sun related.

    Thanks again for your help.
     
  5. PAUL500

    PAUL500 F1 Rookie

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    #5 PAUL500, Apr 26, 2017
    Orourke trimmers seem to be the go to guys in the UK for such things as well, especially with the family links to Mototechnique.
     
  6. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ
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    #6 joe sackey, Apr 26, 2017
    Common issue with F50s as the material Ferrari SpA stretches over the years.

    I would not replace the material if it is unblemished and retains good color, I would simply have an experienced upholsterer adjust it so the fitment is more taut.

    This way its both perfect & original!
     
  7. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #7 Rifledriver, Apr 26, 2017
    I agree even if not 100%. In the end originality will be more important on a car of that stature.
     
  8. Red Sled

    Red Sled Formula Junior

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    #8 Red Sled, Apr 26, 2017
    Good advice as always gents - thank you both. The material looks fine other than the stretching. So, I will have a go at getting it adjusted first. The material seems to stretch when cold. I was worried that adjusting it to be taut when cold would then put too much stress when it is hot.

    Thanks again gents.
     
  9. 483hp

    483hp Formula 3
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    #9 483hp, Apr 26, 2017
    This is common. Virtually every F50 experiences this. I wouldn't worry about it.
     

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