Then don't.
It's not the same. If that needs to be explained to you then I don't know what else to say. This thread is about getting input from those that have purchased this piece.
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T Sportline Carbon Fiber Dash Panel
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It's not the same. If that needs to be explained to you then I don't know what else to say. This thread is about getting input from those that have purchased this piece.
Uh, ok. Asking a genuine question here as I don't know the difference between this product and a CF wrap. But thanks for your help.
Well if you're serious. One's a decal the other is a composite material. They don't look the same or feel the same. I've had custom CF parts on my high performance cars and it's they are expensive to make in low volume and most are hand laid. Stop by a Porsche or McLaren dealer and look at the CF parts on them and see if they look like the wraps you linked to earlier. I had this piece on my GT350.
Carbon 2 Carbon
Carbon 2 Carbon
Yes, I'm serious. Thank you for the additional color. I didn't realize there would be a significant difference. Thanks. I certainly don't mind spending the money for a quality product that is that much better. Apologies for hijacking, I didn't think there would be that much of a difference, but apparently I'm wrong. I don't know anything about the wraps - other than what I put on my console.
Stop by here and check out their amazing CF work. Just ask and they might let you drive one.
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TSportline, I’m in the LA area and just recieved my carbon fiber dash.. can I schedule an appointment to have you install or is it self install only?
Edit: We highly recommend to test fit the part first so you have an idea of how snug the fitment will be.
Thanks
Was it you I just talked to on the phone? An install video would be helpful and since you don't have one we can use the one below.
After talking to TSportline on the phone I determined you need to remove the two hard end pieces. The video below shows you how to remove them. It was recommended that you start with the front edge of the dash cover and roll it backwards as you press it in place. With the ends removed it drops right into place.
Installation Instructions:
1. Unpack your dash cover and inspect for damage.
2. Watch the video below and remove the two small gray plastic end pieces on either side of the dash. They will need a good pop to get them out and it's highly unlikely that they will break. You do not need to remove the two larger D shaped softer pieces you see in the video and like I did.
3. Test fit the CF dash cover and make sure it fits properly
4. Remove the VHB (very high bond) adhesive covers
5. Start by placing the dash piece at the front of the wood piece and make sure all wood is covered.
6. Then roll it backwards so the dash cover is making full contact with the wood.
7. Once the entire piece is in place press up and down the entire piece to ensure the adhesive is making full contact. I used a microfiber towel to press on so I didn't scratch the dash cover.
8. Pop the two gray plastic back into place. They will need a good strike with the butt of your hand to get them back into place.
I'm not affiliated with TSportline or RPM Tesla but here's my opinion on this dash cover.
I think it's a very high quality piece and the fitment is excellent. I've purchased expensive CF pieces in the past and this piece is as good as any of them. It took me 15 minutes to install and that was looking up the video (which I had watched previously when researching which dash cover to buy) and is a simple install for anyone with modest mechanical skills. It's really very easy. I'm not sure why you would bother with buying a piece that involves shipping yours off as this piece looks great and is super easy to install. Let me know if you have any questions.
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After talking to TSportline on the phone I determined you need to remove the two hard end pieces. The video below shows you how to remove them. It was recommended that you start with the front edge of the dash cover and roll it backwards as you press it in place. With the ends removed it drops right into place.
Installation Instructions:
1. Unpack your dash cover and inspect for damage.
2. Watch the video below and remove the two small gray plastic end pieces on either side of the dash. They will need a good pop to get them out and it's highly unlikely that they will break. You do not need to remove the two larger D shaped softer pieces you see in the video and like I did.
3. Test fit the CF dash cover and make sure it fits properly
4. Remove the VHB (very high bond) adhesive covers
5. Start by placing the dash piece at the front of the wood piece and make sure all wood is covered.
6. Then roll it backwards so the dash cover is making full contact with the wood.
7. Once the entire piece is in place press up and down the entire piece to ensure the adhesive is making full contact. I used a microfiber towel to press on so I didn't scratch the dash cover.
8. Pop the two gray plastic back into place. They will need a good strike with the butt of your hand to get them back into place.
I'm not affiliated with TSportline or RPM Tesla but here's my opinion on this dash cover.
I think it's a very high quality piece and the fitment is excellent. I've purchased expensive CF pieces in the past and this piece is as good as any of them. It took me 15 minutes to install and that was looking up the video (which I had watched previously when researching which dash cover to buy) and is a simple install for anyone with modest mechanical skills. It's really very easy. I'm not sure why you would bother with buying a piece that involves shipping yours off as this piece looks great and is super easy to install. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Let me add my 2cents into this. I too hate the wood and did a lot of research on covering it with a wrap. I found out that the wood grain is so profound that the wrap would just not be smooth and it would be blatantly obvious/bad in sunlight. Given it's the one piece that's front and center at your eyes, I decided to take the plunge on the TSportsline version (haven't installed yet). Don't get me wrong, if it wasn't for the BF deal, I wouldn't have ordered it.
To each their own. The wrap is cheap. The difficulty comes in installing it cleanly around the edges. Go for it. You won't know unless you try and maybe it's fine for your needs.
Good luck with your install. Nothing on the console. It's my wife's car and I may still add clear wrap to the console. Our 2013 Ford Fusion Ti has a very similar high gloss black plastic console and while it gets dirty easily it hasn't gotten scratched up over the almost 6 years we've owned it.
So no good news for me. For whatever reason, the way the panel is constructed, my right side keeps lifting because the panel's top right corner and the small dash cap have almost no space. See picture.
And to boot, I ended up nicking my left cap trying to get it off. 2 small nicks. I'm pretty anal so thinking about replacing it. Anyone have any idea part no. or where I can get one?
And to boot, I ended up nicking my left cap trying to get it off. 2 small nicks. I'm pretty anal so thinking about replacing it. Anyone have any idea part no. or where I can get one?
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That's not good. Did you test fit it before removing the adhesive backing? Mine fit perfectly once I removed those two plastic ends. Dropped right on and there is no wood showing anywhere.
Ok, now I get it. Just installed the dash wrap and you guys are right, it definitely doesn’t look as good as the TSportline version. Also, as mentioned, it was tough getting a clean install on the edges.
Not the look I’m going for. I took it off and will be going with the TSportline.
One is actual carbon fiber and the other is a sticker. Pretty big difference.
To be honest i dont even want a "cap" that covers the wood, i want to REMOVE the wood and replace it with a full carbon element. Stickers are dumb.
Ok so I called them and they basically didn't tell me anything I didn't know. They said I should take it to an installer. I tried again and somehow got it to work. Also realized you don't have to take any of the end caps off. I wish I had known so I wouldn't have damaged the left cap trying to get it off
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