Replacement Dashboard

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   I have a 1994 Flightcraft outboard. I would like to replace the dashboard. Any one have any suggestions of a potential source for something like this? I am in the process of re-powering with an Evinrude G2. The dashboard is in fair shape form the front however the fiberglass structure is thin and has broken in several places. The vinyl covering (which is in decent shape) is all that is holding it together. I have considered trying to add mesh and glass over the back side in an attempt to reinforce it but I am concerned about 2 things: 1. getting glass on the front side. and 2. The structure is completely broken along the bottom of the steering hole. I think this will be difficult for me to repair and have look decent

And if anyone is wondering I attempted to create an account on the MalubuCrew forum. Apparently I can't pass their background check...........  

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TigerDyne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: April-02-2018 Location: Charlotte, NC Status: Offline Points: 13	Post Options Post Reply Quote TigerDyne Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Replacement Dashboard Posted: April-29-2018 at 10:49am
	I have a 1994 Flightcraft outboard. I would like to replace the dashboard. Any one have any suggestions of a potential source for something like this? I am in the process of re-powering with an Evinrude G2. The dashboard is in fair shape form the front however the fiberglass structure is thin and has broken in several places. The vinyl covering (which is in decent shape) is all that is holding it together. I have considered trying to add mesh and glass over the back side in an attempt to reinforce it but I am concerned about 2 things: 1. getting glass on the front side. and 2. The structure is completely broken along the bottom of the steering hole. I think this will be difficult for me to repair and have look decent And if anyone is wondering I attempted to create an account on the MalubuCrew forum. Apparently I can't pass their background check...........

SNobsessed Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: October-21-2007 Location: IA Status: Offline Points: 7102	Post Options Post Reply Quote SNobsessed Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April-29-2018 at 2:01pm
	Probbly way more work than you want to do but here goes . . . You could vacuum bag the part, that would protect what you have. Then you can use the part to make a mold (using urethane) Then make a duplicate part out of fiberglass. It won't have vinyl skin, but maybe there is a faux vinyl you could spray on. Or some teenager could 3D scan it & print it. Really, It would be much easier to just find a spare part of out a boat junkyard.
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TRBenj Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-29-2005 Location: NWCT Status: Offline Points: 21189	Post Options Post Reply Quote TRBenj Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April-29-2018 at 2:37pm
	I think it could be repaired using small strategic strips of glass. Wet out prior to applying so as not to make a big mess. Take great care to plug all holes and opening with masking tape and work neatly so as not to allow resin onto the vinyl while restoring from the back.

TigerDyne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: April-02-2018 Location: Charlotte, NC Status: Offline Points: 13	Post Options Post Reply Quote TigerDyne Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April-29-2018 at 3:44pm
	I wouldn't know where to start in the process of making a mold and then a new one. Am I likely to find a shop that is geared to do this? If so what sort of a shop am I looking for? Regarding the 3d printer I do have an associate who does research with a printer. He has made things for me. However my experience has been that they aren't very durable and definitely have no UV resistance.

TigerDyne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: April-02-2018 Location: Charlotte, NC Status: Offline Points: 13	Post Options Post Reply Quote TigerDyne Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April-29-2018 at 3:47pm
	trbenj, Your approach is what I initially thought of. I've done some very basic glass repairs. I can visualize making a huge mess. of this.........

SNobsessed Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: October-21-2007 Location: IA Status: Offline Points: 7102	Post Options Post Reply Quote SNobsessed Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April-29-2018 at 10:18pm
	Well making an entire mould would be best left to Roger UK1979. Here is another wild idea. Use the mating part as a partial mold. Line it with strips of packaging tape, epoxy won't stick to it (at least 3m brand ) Tie both parts to plywood somehow, deck screws come to mind. Pack fiberglass strips between the mating surfaces. Best to protect appearance surface with tape also. Cut off excess flash with a dremel, use lots of PPE there. Good luck!
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