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kalispell365
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 Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2015 4:46 pm Post subject: Can anyone help me with a dashboard measurement? |
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Hey all,
I am in the process of replacing my dash with a nicer one. My old dash has a homemade hack job cut out for the rear heater fan switch. I referenced the Bentley and while the dimensions of the hole listed are correct, the side to side (left-right) measurement is WRONG! If the switch is installed according to their measurement, it would be partially under the steering column trim...WAY too far left 
So, what Im after is the exact measurement in millimeters from the left edge of the main heater control panel to the right edge of the rear heater panel cutout in the metal of the dash. I found a picture which will hopefully show where I'm referencing. I added yellow arrows to show what I'm after. I'm looking for someone who has a factory installed rear heater so that there is no error.
Thanks to everyone in advance!
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crazyvwvanman
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| Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2015 4:57 pm Post subject: |
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4 mm
Mark
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So, what Im after is the exact measurement in millimeters from the left edge of the main heater control panel to the right edge of the rear heater panel cutout in the metal of the dash. |
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dobryan
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kalispell365
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Mark,
Is your measurement without the rear control panel installed like in my picture?
Thank you! I want to cut this exactly right the first time!!
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crazyvwvanman
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| Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2015 5:07 pm Post subject: |
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Yes, I popped the small switch bezel out and measured what you asked for.
4mm to the hole edge. With the small bezel in place about 3mm gap between the bezels.
Mark
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Mark,
Is your measurement without the rear control panel installed like in my picture?
Thank you! I want to cut this exactly right the first time!! |
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kalispell365
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Thank you so much!
Now for the fun...cutting
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kalispell365
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Thank you Dave, we just finished the torture and it came out great!
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