dash cover mod

Hey, that's a great idea!

 

Where did you get the dash mat??? Interesting idea just covering the instrument pod, as that is the source of most of the glare.

 

Thought of doing something like this with a piece of alcantara.

Great post! Thanks!

 

I like the minimal look you have. Here in TX the sun can burn out dashes fast, and I don't mind the full cover on mine at all.

 

Best fix for glare off the dash is a good pair of polarized lens sunglasses. I purchased a pair of Serengeti polarized lenses and the glare instantly disappears when you put them on. This also allows you to keep the dash looking as it should, but what ever method allows you to see the road ahead is vital I believe.
Cheers

 

I had this dash mat made to order on my 1985 GTSI.
Sam
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Somewhere in the archives I did something similiar.
I didn't want to cover the whole dash.
I cut a shape out of paper of the top of the pod., then transferred it to black felt.
I didn't have to sew the felt, just drape it over the pod.
pressed three black sticky-back Velcro dots (from Staples) to hold it down on the front of the pod. It's been there for years and works perfectly.
I did have to replace the dots a year ago when I leatheriqued the dash.

As black, it's flat, there is no glare, it's not very visible, can be easily removed to shake off the dust
and it can be made for a buck.

 

Here's my dash cover, pic taken on a hot summer day. it was a standard 308 fit, forget the name of the mfg.
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Best Item i ever bought,no more Sun burnt Eyes.
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