Guest SC Riviera Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I have a 1996 S/C with a wood dash. Problem is that the oil from the wood seems to have caused some separation from the clear coat. So I have gold blotches all over the place. I also have some damage to the console box release handle. I searched the forum looking for posts on the subject and was unsuccessful in finding any. I would like to know if anyone has had any experience stripping and refinishing the original or installing a replacement kit. I've read up on a couple of the kits and one warned that it was not a replacement for those originally equipped with a wood dash. So, I'm a little concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rivgs Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 None of them came with a wood dash, it sounds like you have an aftermarket kit installed. There was fake wood on the trim bezal around the radio/HVAC controls and on the center console around the gear shift. Almost every kit I have seen are adhesive backed and will take some careful pulling off so you could install a replacement kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SC Riviera Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 Well now, that changes everything. I was under the assumption that it was an option. So rather than peeling it off I think I'll hit the junkyard and an pick up another dash and console. So I guess my next question is does anyone recommend a kit manufacturer? I love the way it looks with wood. And thanks for clearing that up for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K. Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 Madera Concepts in Santa Barbara CA can restore your wood to show quality. I have toured their facility. Great operation and nice people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dales90 Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 One thing to be careful of with after market wood dash kits.Many fo the lesser quality ones do not have the nomenclature on the arm rest switch pieces.I was able to find a manufacturer who did label the switch areas perfectly, screen printed lettering.Email for the seller I used ...mrchrome@west.net Website....Protrim, Inc.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p>www.wooddash.com<o:p></o:p> It was March 2007 when I dealt with them for a 96 Riv, and approx a year ago for a 99.They sent samples to me and shipping was fast.Don't know if they still exist or if they still have Riv items.good luck!Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reattatude Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Not an option??? - Well fooled me I have been in the market for a last gen Riv and here I am holding out for one of them Rivieras with the wood dash option. They are all kits...boy I feel really dumb! Kick Me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SC Riviera Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 I will say that whomever made the kit that is installed did a fine job. Everything fits perfectly with no gaps leaving me to believe it was factory. I think I'm going to try my hand at veneering the parts myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted September 25, 2010 Share Posted September 25, 2010 Not an option??? - Well fooled me I have been in the market for a last gen Riv and here I am holding out for one of them Rivieras with the wood dash option. They are all kits...boy I feel really dumb! Kick Me!You are not the only one!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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