Paul Drescher Posted December 31, 2021 Report Share Posted December 31, 2021 Hi Folks Bought a new dash top crash pad and tried to install and failed. I used trim/carpet contact adhesive but by the nature of the name it sticks at soon as it touches the opposite surface which has proved to be a nightmare as I couldn't get the vent holes and bolt holes to align prior to contact but the top and front had already made contact. 2 hours later after removing all the adhesive I'm ready to go again but I need a adhesive that doesn't instantly set so I have time to position correctly. Has anyone suggestions of a suitable "glue" that will be suitable that will allow sum movement prior to "going off" Regards Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RogerH Posted December 31, 2021 Report Share Posted December 31, 2021 (edited) Hi Paul, I'm sure you will get an assortment or replies. My method on the TR4 & 4A is to position the crash pad where you want it without the adhesive. Then sparingly attach it with the adhesive. You should need to glue the centre down that much - concentrate around the edges. PS - make sure that the crash pad sits nicely over that captive nuts along the rear edge. I had to remove some foam on mine. Roger Edited December 31, 2021 by RogerH Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Drescher Posted January 1, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2022 Hi Roger Thanks for the prompt reply, did you use a contact adhesive or a silicone type of sealant that will "go off" slower? I have some Gorilla adhesive cartridge type and according to the instructions goes off after 10 minutes or so. Thanks and Regards Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted January 1, 2022 Report Share Posted January 1, 2022 You only need glue along the rear edge under the scuttle panel. The screen frame, the demist vents and the ashtray hold it down quite sufficiently. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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