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Old 04-28-2013, 08:44 PM
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Custom R56 Dash
So I wanted to put a custom wood dash in my R56. I made a few mock ups using, walnut and black stained ash. Let me know what you think.
 
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Real wood or just a sticker?
 
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Old 04-28-2013, 08:53 PM
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Real wood. I might I would make a wood under the for veneer. I also might just place veneer over the plastic, but I feel that would end badly.
 
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I think it would be cool but, it is all about execution. Good luck.
 
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Old 04-28-2013, 08:57 PM
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Thank which of the 3 do you think looks best.
 
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All three! Gorgeous!
 
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That is up to you I just like the idea of it.
 
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Old 04-28-2013, 09:42 PM
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I like the ash the best.
 
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What are the colors for your car's seats and exterior? I like the ash best, but I think the walnut would look nice with some interior/exterior combos.
 
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I have a red paint with white stripes and the inside is black.
 
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I agree- all 3 look great!
 
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I think the walnut looks a bit dated. The black stained ash looks the most modern but then a bit BMW. I'm leaning towards the black stained ash.
 
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I like the middle one, it is the richest-looking. Something about the red tints in it, I think. The others, especially the ash, are way too cold for me.
 
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I like the 1st one.
 
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I adore the first one. But I have always had a fondness for black stained wood. If you find a source, let me know. I would order it in a minute if I could get it.
 
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I talk to someone who has a wood shop about it they said either veneer the plastic or make the full piece of wood from one block.
 
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Originally Posted by becausemini
I have a red paint with white stripes and the inside is black.
If the inside is black, than stick with black theme (#1).
 
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Great idea, solid wood would work or a real veneer, if you get the right grain.

#2 in my eye.
 
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Not a fan of wood, but #1 has me re-thinking my stance!
 
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Ash FTW my .02
 
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No doubt about it go with ash. It's a cleaner look and will look less "aged" as the years go on.
 
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I have made progress. I have carved the shape out. I still need to fine sand it, as well as stain, gloss, and buff it.
 
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I was doubtful about this topic when I first read it, but your progress looks GREAT! Consider me jealous. Very nice work. Please keep us posted with your progress.
 
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Nice!!
 
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Nice progress but I'm curious to how you will attach these.
 
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