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Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: DFW Texas
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Dash cover vs. Dash pad
Trying to decide which way to go. Anyone out there used a cover? If so, how was the fit and does it look as good as the original dash pad. They sure are a lot cheaper. $86 to $229.
Let me know what you think. Thanks
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Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
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I have heard a few guys complain about the covers. I say if your going to keep the truck then get the real pad.
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: South West Pennsylvania.
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My vote is for a Real Pad.
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Texas
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I would suggest getting a rubber dash pad. Looks like the stock one but will not crack or fade. Pbkinplano has one and other than some minor trimming on the passenger side to fit better it looks and fits great.
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Join Date: Mar 2003
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Brandon, are rubber dash pads much more expensive than original dash pads?
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pkbinplano
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Plano Texas
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They are cheaper than oem pads unless you can find a deal, then you might have to get it painted. I paid $ 175 for mine at the swap meet. But beware, its like solid rubber. It isn't metal wrapped in foam then covered in vinyl. Do your homework. Shop and compare. Go to my link below and see the pad.
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Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: DFW Texas
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Pkbinplano, who carries that rubber pad and how heavy is it? Solid rubber sounds like it would be heavy. Does it install like original with the clips and all?
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Join Date: Feb 2003
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Looks real good. You don't happen to know who manufactured the pad?
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pkbinplano
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Plano Texas
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Don't know who made it. Cheyenne pick-up parts has them for 189.95. Repro oem's for 225.95 ( plus shipping) . I would have rather paid the extra if I would have done my homework. But the rubber won't crack in this Texas heat.
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