Does anyone know of a place in the LA area that can recover a 997 dash in Alcantara without signing over my first born child?

Andrew
www.universalrally.com

 

Ask for member Aaron "V35", he has it done in his C2!

 

Thanks for the quick reply! I'm also looking for a copy of the service instructions for removing the dash, if anyone has them.

Andrew

 

I did it on my 996 for about $400 but I took the dash off and reinstalled it myself. I had never done this before, and while it took me awhile to finish, I can tell you that it is totally doable - all the info is on this site or on renntech.

 

Yeah, I found a DIY on renntech for a 996. I hope that they're similar.

Andrew

 

Sounds like a great project. I've been toying with the idea of doing the same or putting in a full leather dash but I am worried about unwanted creaks and squeaks that could appear after the job is done.

 

I totally understand that. No one wants a $85k+ car that rattles over bumps! It looks like the dash design is fairly modular so hopefully it goes back together as stoutly as it did at the factory.

Andrew

 

Hi im also looking for an alc job although I'm looking to get my steering wheel done.

 

My dash is covered in alcantara; although I bought it from another member who is the one that had it done.

I do know that Brabus (mercedes tuner) in newport beach did the work. It is flawless; no gaps or ripples at all. Plus it has deviating stitching throughout.

I have an extra dash I may be interested in selling if someone wants to do this without having to be without a dashboard for awhile.

The dash install process is not that bad, and if you follow the instructions, there really is no chance of squeeks or rattles afterwards.

 

which dash do you have (non leather or leather)? Also, do you have the instructions for removing the dash? I just want to make sure I'm not pulling on something when I should be pushing it.

Andrew

 

Hard to find the exact same color alcantara as the oem grey-ish alcantara trims. Ive tried a couple of sources, no luck.

 

I'm bringing this back from the dead.

I removed the dash and have the alcantara in hand, I just need to find a good shop to do the wrap. If anyone knows of a place in So Cal, please let me know.

Andrew

 

Didn't Axxlrod give you a name months ago. Have you tried that source?

 

Yes, I got one lead, which is very much appreciated. Since there are numerous custom interior shops in the So Cal area, I was hoping to get some additional references to compare price, quality and custom services.

Andrew

 

for those not wanting to diy, I've seen some work by Top Stitch Upholstery that looked great:

http://www.topstitchupholstery.net/