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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 01:50 PM
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I've seen a lot where people have painted the radio and hvac surround but has anyone tried wrapping it in a fabric like suede or something? My interior is all black and thought a dark gray suede would look really nice. If anyone has done anything like this I would like to know how and see any pictures of it.

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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 02:05 PM
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There are two cars I have seen pics that were done in suede/leather. The one guy is from AZ and has a dark color interior. Check Carrvagio site you may find some pics there. Mines painted.
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I too have seen pics posted with the interior pieces wrapped in leather/suede. Not a look I care for, but they did appear to be nicely done.
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I'd like to see some pics of it too
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I did mine in suede recently...My black 04 coupe...I dont have pics of it though...Might be able to get some. I did this myself but I did have exp doing this to other cars so I wouldnt recommend doing it yourself. I used a lighter color grey which matched the seats....You in a nutshell have to pop the whole front out (dash)...then simply cut and form the fabric into the outlets it surrounds. Again not something id say a novice could do...possible I suppose but good luck....Looks great in the car!!!
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I did mine in suede recently...My black 04 coupe...I dont have pics of it though...Might be able to get some. I did this myself but I did have exp doing this to other cars so I wouldnt recommend doing it yourself. I used a lighter color grey which matched the seats....You in a nutshell have to pop the whole front out (dash)...then simply cut and form the fabric into the outlets it surrounds. Again not something id say a novice could do...possible I suppose but good luck....Looks great in the car!!!

Get some pics! If you need pics hosted, send them my way & I'll post them for you.
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I did not do the dash, but I did do the lower door panels in micro suede...





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