12xe
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can some explain what an actual flocked dash is ?
has it got a purpose?any pics of any in a corsa?
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DannyB
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Random google page about flocking
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Flock can be used on any non-porous material. Becuase of it's durability it is ideal for vehicles. Flock is also used by many vehicle manufacturers for items such as glove boxes and boot interiors etc. Most WRC rally cars use flocking throughout the interior for many reasons - some of the benefits are listed below;
Provides an anti-glare surface - Ideal for dashboards
Reduces condensation build up,
Can help towards hiding marks and scratches,
Creates sound insulation,
Reduces resonance and noises such as rattles,
It doesn't absorb water as it is waterproof,
Creates heat insulation,
It is a lightweight option,
It is extremely durable
[Edited on 02-10-2008 by Danny_v6]
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SVM 286
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It's a velvety type of material that is appliead in powder form to plastics to cut down on glare or just make the surface a bit plush.
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12xe
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excellent cheers for that
is it expensive to do?
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SVM 286
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Not sure, but hope not cos I want to get it done. 
The biggest problem I would have thought is getting whatever you want flocked, to come out of the car without damaging it or anything surrounding it.
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DannyB
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You can do it yourself, not sure how much the kit is to buy though, pretty dear i would think. The only one i can think of with pics, who did it himself is Joff on png, he did a great job of his.
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Butler
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Its about 50 quid usually I think. Never seen much point to it really, ive never had a problem with glare.
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12xe
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50 quids not bad!!
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jr
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i was under the impression the flock was apllied with itself or the item beeing covered having been statically charged
if your going to do it youself, your need to set aside 5 hours to rub your dash with a balloon to get the desired affect
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jr
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i reckon a normal corsa b dash will be about £150, + the fact your need to remove the grain from the dash
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SVM 286
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Edit - at the baloon comment. 
[Edited on 02-10-2008 by SVM 286]
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12xe
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oh dear
im not going to get a flocked dash anyway,just curious to what it is
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SVM 286
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Jim, you should get your dash floc... oh yeah.
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DannyB
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http://www.migweb.co.uk/forums/styling-wheels-interior/283323-dash-flocking.html
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SVM 286
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I want to get all that tech finish stuff in my MG done in black flock. Will look as cool as, I think. 
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Graeme
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I paid £80 to get my old corsa c dash done.
Basically Glue is sprayed on, then the part is given a negative charge and a positive charged flock material is sprayed at the dash and its sticks really well.
but you need an airline after you get it back as there is loads and loads of littel fibres that dont stick and there for ever going onto the clocks, center console etc.
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chris_uk
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why dont you just glue a roll of alcantara to it instead.
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12xe
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quote:
Originally posted by chris_uk
why dont you just glue a roll of alcantara to it instead.
im not planning on flocking my dash,was only asking what its all about!!
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