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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 08:50 AM
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Well I repaired my dash with this method. My dash had about 40% disbonded and I would hear it up and only got a week or two before it would come disbonded again. It has been about a month and still no issues. I just injected fabric glue and used a roller to spread it under the dash. Very happy with the results and it was $25. Was told you would end up seeing the glue when it dryed but because there is a thin amount of foam under the leather you cannot. Will leave very small pin holes but hard to see. Also I put the needle in then pulled it back to be on top of the foam before injecting the glue. Worked great





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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 09:14 AM
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Info on the roller and syringe/needle you used. TIA
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Info on the roller and syringe/needle you used. TIA
all from Amazon. Roller is just a 2” and needle is 22ga 10 Cc
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 09:44 AM
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Great that you did this and found a way to correct the issue.
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Great that you did this and found a way to correct the issue.
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sure beats paying $3-5k for gm’s screwup. Hate that Chevy lets down their most loyal customers. Corvette will never be a supercar when they let issues like this and the wheels go on
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 10:07 AM
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Excellent work. If mine ever lifts....
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 10:41 AM
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That looks really good. Nice job.
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 10:46 AM
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I have the 3LT interior. Never had the problem on my 2014, but its nice to know that there is an easy fix
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I really like this thread. There is a youtube video where a guy explains this method. But his damage was not as extensive as yours at 40%. The photos you posted look great. Very impressive!

My dash is delaminating as well but perhaps less than 10%. This is the method I will follow. Thanks for posting your result.




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EXCELLENT!! My 2019 still has no issues but I'll remember this if it does.
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So when are you starting a mobile dash fixing service?
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by 76-Vetteman
I really like this thread. There is a youtube video where a guy explains this method. But his damage was not as extensive as yours at 40%. The photos you posted look great. Very impressive!

My dash is delaminating as well but perhaps less than 10%. This is the method I will follow. Thanks for posting your result.

I would do it as soon as I can. Might prevent anymore from coming loose
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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 11:20 AM
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I often thought about this very type of fix, but so far my 15 3LT hasn't had any issues, good to know it does actually work! Congrats on your solution and sharing it with everyone! Nice execution too!



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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 11:29 AM
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That’s awesome! I did a similar “fix” on this area I’ve circled on yours. It lasted for about a year before it started to shrink more. I am patiently waiting for a replacement dashboard that is on national backorder.

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Old Dec 9, 2022 | 12:51 PM
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That looks great! I hope it lasts.
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Yep, nice job! let's hope it's a permanent fix.
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Good information,good job on the dash.
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Definitely will keep this in mind.
I have a 2015 3LT, but so far minimal problems.
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Looks brand new! And I'm betting it will be permanent.
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