Best Dash Mat for 92 244

kubapuch · 02-25-2021, 12:02 PM

Hi all,

Not sure which section would be best but some looked kind of dead and I wanted some decent feedback if possible.

I have a single crack (crazy I know) starting on my dash board and I really don’t want it to spread and would rather throw a dash mat on it. I have a 1992 244 and black would work best but I’m not sure where to go.

Which brand fits best? Who has experience with dash mats and could show me theirs? Some eBay links and other place looked a little suspicious!

Thanks, Kuba

sheepbleat · 02-25-2021, 01:17 PM

Nothing dead here! TB’s the party that goes all night!

To be honest, I’m currently weighing solutions for the same issue. If you search around you’ll find some comments on dash covers, but it sounds like some are still prone to cracking or mounting issues. For the money and work involved, I’m growing more skeptical of them. Happy to be proven wrong though!

I’m not proud to say that I’ve caved and ordered a carpet cover for my ‘91 244 dash on eBay. I’ve never been fond of that look, but this picture set has me rethinking it. Will report back on if it grows on me or not!

dl242gt · 02-25-2021, 08:09 PM

I've used two types of fabric dash covers over the years. There are polypropylene carpet ones and velour. The velour looks a lot nicer to me. I bought the velour one from IPD and the poly one from JC Whitney. Be aware that your dash will continue to crack underneath as there is no stopping those crack from progressing. The cover helps slow the issue down but doesn't completely prevent it.

There was a good thread on using one of the plastic molded dash covers. Those look good as well but are a lot more work to get a good fit on the dash.

TestPoint · 02-25-2021, 08:28 PM

The Coverlay dash cover is the standard for cracked dashes. Second place is the carpet solution.

The Coverlay cover is the only one on the market. If you find a cover on IPD, Summit, JC Whitney, or anywhere else it is going to be the Coverlay one. Search for the cheapest. Anything other than black is probably going to require painting to match your interior.

It is best done with the dash out. That points most to the rug solution.

I have done two with the dash out and both turned out looking like OEM . . . almost. The surface detail is a little less sharp on the cover.

Here is my experience with the first one. The dash had to come out for heater core anyway so why not do it right.

http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=309320

http://forums.turbobricks.com/showpo...&postcount=158

02-25-2021, 12:02 PM	#1
kubapuch Board Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Chicago, IL	Best Dash Mat for 92 244 Hi all, Not sure which section would be best but some looked kind of dead and I wanted some decent feedback if possible. I have a single crack (crazy I know) starting on my dash board and I really don’t want it to spread and would rather throw a dash mat on it. I have a 1992 244 and black would work best but I’m not sure where to go. Which brand fits best? Who has experience with dash mats and could show me theirs? Some eBay links and other place looked a little suspicious! Thanks, Kuba

02-25-2021, 08:09 PM	#3
dl242gt Happy playing the blues Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: S NJ, a suburb of Phila.	I've used two types of fabric dash covers over the years. There are polypropylene carpet ones and velour. The velour looks a lot nicer to me. I bought the velour one from IPD and the poly one from JC Whitney. Be aware that your dash will continue to crack underneath as there is no stopping those crack from progressing. The cover helps slow the issue down but doesn't completely prevent it. There was a good thread on using one of the plastic molded dash covers. Those look good as well but are a lot more work to get a good fit on the dash. __________________ Dave, 1982 242 turbo. 338k miles. MVP coilovers and 3" exhaust. Flowed 405 with a V15. Cossie turbine housing with upgraded compressor housing. 90+, IPD remote oil filter. Some other goodness, too. Been lots of fun over 25 years. Restored in 2k. Now ready for a 2nd restoration. 1993 245 Classic, 430k miles, enem V15. IPD bars and chassis braces. Simons sport exhaust from Scandix. sbabbs ezk chip. Been a good road warrior. Genuine Volvo rebuilt leaky M47.

02-25-2021, 08:28 PM	#4
TestPoint Board Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ellijay	The Coverlay dash cover is the standard for cracked dashes. Second place is the carpet solution. The Coverlay cover is the only one on the market. If you find a cover on IPD, Summit, JC Whitney, or anywhere else it is going to be the Coverlay one. Search for the cheapest. Anything other than black is probably going to require painting to match your interior. It is best done with the dash out. That points most to the rug solution. I have done two with the dash out and both turned out looking like OEM . . . almost. The surface detail is a little less sharp on the cover. Here is my experience with the first one. The dash had to come out for heater core anyway so why not do it right. http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=309320 http://forums.turbobricks.com/showpo...&postcount=158 __________________ 1982 Volvo 245 with a Ford 302 V8 Ford V8 Conversion Manual - http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=250257 Bertone Restoration - http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=256460 Last edited by TestPoint; 02-25-2021 at 08:38 PM..

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02-25-2021, 01:17 PM	#2
sheepbleat Board Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Brooklyn, NY	Nothing dead here! TB’s the party that goes all night! To be honest, I’m currently weighing solutions for the same issue. If you search around you’ll find some comments on dash covers, but it sounds like some are still prone to cracking or mounting issues. For the money and work involved, I’m growing more skeptical of them. Happy to be proven wrong though! I’m not proud to say that I’ve caved and ordered a carpet cover for my ‘91 244 dash on eBay. I’ve never been fond of that look, but this picture set has me rethinking it. Will report back on if it grows on me or not!