Tools and Materials Needed
3M Prep Solvent 70 (part# 0135-08983) available at automotive paint supply
shops and clean tap water, a roll of paper towels, 1500 Watt hand held hair dryer.
DO NOT use heat guns or any type of open flame, they produce too much heat and create a
fire hazard. For production type environments, set up heat lamps to warm the wood pieces
while the installer is cleaning the vehicle. Extension cord, soft polishing cloth (for
cleaning and polishing dash when finished), Turtle Wax Vinyl* Fabric Upholstery Cleaner
and Protector to be used for polishing completed installation.
Auxiliary Heating Options
1.
When outdoors or when circumstances permit,
the best and most readily available source of heat is the vehicle’s own engine and
heating system. In many cases it is the only practical way to warm the vehicle, the
installer and the components that are being installed. In extremely cold weather it may be
the only option. Use hand held hair dryer to heat each individual piece and the vehicle
dash as they are being installed.
3.
#1 WARNING
Temperature is Critical. The vehicle and the
wood pieces should be approximately 100 degrees F. (body temperature) for best performance
and adhesion results. Be careful not to over bend pieces of wood before warming. The
interior of the vehicle must also be warmed for best results. The installation of warm
parts into a cold vehicle is not recommended due to expansion and contraction of the
materials. The dash pieces should not be allowed to cool off until installation is
complete.
Installation Instructions
1) Determine which heating method is most advantageous.
A) If outdoors with warm sun and the ambient temperature is above 80 degrees
auxiliary heat may not be necessary.
B) If outdoors with no sun, start the vehicles engine and warm it up. After
checking the fit, set all the pieces on top of the dash and warm them and the vehicle by
using the defroster and the heater in the vehicle.
C) If indoors, never run the vehicle. Use the hand held hair dryer.
2) Carefully remove dash pieces from cardboard package. “Dry Fit”
all the pieces in their prospective locations. Once satisfied that they all fit properly,
place them where they will be heated.
#1 NOTICE If you see what looks like water spots or hairs on
the surface of the resin coating after removing the clear vinyl protective covering, do
not worry. When you heat the dash these marks will completely disappear.
#2 WARNING
Cleaning is Critical. *****DO NOT CHEAT ON ANY OF THE CLEANING
PROCESS*****.
Carefully test areas to be cleaned to make sure cleaners will not remove any
paint from the plastic surfaces.
3) While pieces are warming, clean all areas to be covered with Prep Solvent
70, using clean paper towels. Clean at least two or more times using new paper towels each
time on each area to be cleaned. DO NOT USE RAGS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Use paper towels
and cleaning solutions liberally. Small amounts of silicones or impurities can and will
foul the tape. It is important to use squeeze bottles to avoid contaminating the liquid
cleaners.
4) When satisfied that the area is clean, do the same procedure with the
clean water. Allow the dash to dry thoroughly before installing any pieces
5) When everything is warm, carefully take the dash pieces one at a time,
remove all of the clear backing from the tape using the tweezers. Place each piece into
position, being careful not to press them until you are certain that they are where they
belong. If necessary to reposition, use the hair dryer to heat the piece and slowly peel
the piece from the dash. You may damage the wood if you are not extremely careful.
#3 WARNING
No stretching or pulling or overheating of the pieces. Remember to always
work the dash from top to bottom, bottom to top or from one side to the other and roll the
dash into position. Never set two ends and push in the center section. This will stretch
the dash, which will cause it to come off or fracture later with the constant heating and
cooling that takes place within the vehicle.
6) When all the pieces are in place, take the polishing cloth and firmly
press them onto the dash, using heat if necessary. Make sure all parts are adhered firmly
to the dash. Clean and polish with Turtle Wax. Never apply waxes or cleaners directly to
the dash. Spray them on the cloth and wipe the dash.
#4 WARNING
Remove all Cleaners and Protectants. When installing in used vehicles or new
vehicles that have been detailed check for Armor-All or other dash preservatives. If they
are present it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process 10 or more times to make
sure it is clean. NEVER USE TAPE PROMOTERS WITH THIS PRODUCT!
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