Coverlay install question

[RedBed]

I bought a Coverlay dash cover. The PO had tried to recover the dash himself, with comical results (see pic).

I really like the look of the Coverlay and I'm getting ready to install. But the current vinyl cover is folded in a couple of places and a bit bulky under the cover. I am able to peel it off and be left with the foam padding intact. It might be better to install the cover over the foam so it would conform better, but I have not done it, and once you glue it, I assume you are pretty much "stuck" with it.

Has anyone installed one and if so, has anyone done it over the foam?

I did attempt to contact the Mfg, but they are closed for the day. They are very good about answering questions, but I am curious if anyone else has done this?

[RedBed]

My dash pad was screwed down on the right side in 4 places. Is this the way it normally mounts?

[mongocanfly]

got one in my truck...works and looks good...I'd strip that garbage off...the coverlay only contacts the old dash in a couple places. .read the instructions. .it shows you where to put the silicome adhesive...

[RedBed]

Originally Posted by mongocanfly

got one in my truck...works and looks good...I'd strip that garbage off...the coverlay only contacts the old dash in a couple places. .read the instructions. .it shows you where to put the silicome adhesive...

After a little research it seems the 4 holes on the right side are normal. But the Coverlay does not have any holes in it, so I guess once it is on there is no removing the dash pad again unless you break the strip on the bottom?

[Desert_Eagle02]

Originally Posted by RedBed

After a little research it seems the 4 holes on the right side are normal. But the Coverlay does not have any holes in it, so I guess once it is on there is no removing the dash pad again unless you break the strip on the bottom?

Yes the 4 screws on the right side is how it is supposed to be. I have never used a Coverlay but I did replace my old dash pad with a new one. The new one had 4 rectangular indentations for the 4 screws just like the factory one. You put the dash pad in and get it lined up and when you are happy, you use a pick or an awl to make the screw holes in the pad itself. Perhaps that is how you also do it with the Coverlay?

[tucsonjwt]

I did not install a Coverlay but I did install a competing brand of stick on cap. It was a disaster, though installed per mfg instructions. In HotZona 110+ degree heat it buckled and cracked all over the place. I had to remove it (and it took a lot of good foam and vinyl with it) and will be attempting to have a local upholsterer recover it. It might work in a nice cool climate like TX, but not AZ.

[RotaryRocketeer]

FWIW, the dash I got from Cheyenne was awesome and came with the clips already installed. A breeze to put in, and improved the interior of the truck 100%.

[RedBed]

Yep, ok. Coverlay is boxed up for return. Will be calling Cheyenne. Thanks!

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by RedBed

Yep, ok. Coverlay is boxed up for return. Will be calling Cheyenne. Thanks!

You will be happier with the new dash. And all you’ll have to do is install it. Post up pics when it’s back together!!

[RedBed]

Ordered the dash pad from Cheyenne, will post when installed!

[tucsonjwt]

Personally, I would not install any plastic dash pad, even one that is all plastic. I think the metal frame of the original dash makes it worth a shot for recovering, and I will be trying that at an upholstery shop.

[RWJJR]

Originally Posted by RedBed

Ordered the dash pad from Cheyenne, will post when installed!

You will love the dash from Cheyenne , best looking and fitting on the market.

[echo7bravo]

Has anyone ever paid an upholstery shop to recover a dash pad? Was thinking black leather with French seams would be sexy.

[RedBed]

A custom would be nice, but I received and installed my Cheyenne dash pad, and it is BEE-YOO-TEE-FUL!

Once I am done with interior I will post pics.

[Ol Blue K20]

This is my Cheyenne pad that I installed last week

[RedBed]

You guys were right. The Cheyenne dash pad is THE way to go. I am really happy with mine.

[Ol Blue K20]

Originally Posted by RedBed

You guys were right. The Cheyenne dash pad is THE way to go. I am really happy with mine.

Looks great!! I love mine too.

[Mattchu60]

Did your cheyenne dash drop right in? I got one that I believe was made by Dashes Direct a couple years ago - the install took many hours as it fit pretty poorly - had to cut a lot of material away to get it to sit flat on the dash and run a screw into the drivers side of the dash as it wanted to flare out.

[RedBed]

It just slid right in, no trimming, no hassles. Came with the clips already installed. Actually it was one of the easiest jobs involving my interior refurb.

[RotaryRocketeer]

Originally Posted by RedBed

It just slid right in, no trimming, no hassles. Came with the clips already installed. Actually it was one of the easiest jobs involving my interior refurb.

Right? Mine was a breeze and looks awesome. Definitely an easier job than anticipated.

[Ol Blue K20]

On mine (89 V3500) it didn't like my drivers side speaker. I had to modify the speaker mount. Other than that it was a easy installation and looks great. I would buy another one in a heartbeat. They cost a little more but in my opinion it's worth it.

[RedBed]

Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

...They cost a little more but in my opinion it's worth it.

Yep. I am a notorious tightwad, and normally it works out, but occasionally, I "lose money by saving money".

The Coverlay is a great product if you have a stock, beat up dash. Looks good, easy install.

But in my case, the dash had been recovered by a non-pro, and it looked like sh*t aside from making it unable to accept the Coverlay. I should have known this and gone with the Cheyenne dash in the first place. Would have saved me on return shipping...

Live and learn... or not... heh heh.

[TKCR]

Both of those look awesome!!!