Gentlemen, I'm in the process of trying to restore my dash parts on my 2005 H-2 (see attached photo). I have sanded all the dash parts with 320 and 1000 grit.. Also, I have cleaned all the parts using acetone.

I have not been able to get the areas smooth as I would like because of the rubber coating. I'm afraid that once painted, the marred and scratched areas will just fill up with paint and will show .

I'm wondering if all the rubber coating has to be removed and if so what is the recommended method. Also, if there is anything other methods that are better, I would greatly appreciate any any suggestions.or advise.

.I would like to think in advance to any of my fellow Hummer brethren that may be able to help.





Rick

 

I sent all mine out on my last H2 (yellow 2006) that had the same style finish as yours- I had it all coated to "Piano black gloss" the finish came out amazing and is a coating that makes it durable and nowhere near as fragile as the original or painted coatings...
I think total cost was around $500 however the difference in the interior was literally like a new vehicle dash finish, If you are keeping it- I highly advise going that route., I will see if I can find some pics..
Chris

 

mine did not have a rubber coating when i sanded mine. maybe the acetone is reacting with the paint or plastic. i just used a red scotch pad on the surface to prep it and washed it with soap and water.

 

pics of dash sent for permanent coating-

 

The factory parts (non-silver or CF look) do in fact have a rubberized coating which is very thin. Unfortunately I think you are in for an immense time of hand sanding if you want to use those stock pieces. I would look into sanding drums/***** you can attach to either air tools or electric tools to make it go faster.

 

Thanks Cmer, I'll post a photo when I'm finished.

Rick

 

Thanks Bronx, I appreciate the info bro.

Rick

 

What is the paint code or aftermarket paint code for the OEM metallic finish. I want to restore mine when I take my dash apart this spring to replace the heater core.

 

I used rustoleum metallic paint and primer in flat antique nickel. I painted all the trim pieces with it but it is a tad lighter finish then stock but the texture is dead on. you can see the finish in the picture I posted above.

 

Thanks, that looks pretty OEM to me, nice job, now all you need is new radio and the dash will be perfect.

I have seen restored head units on Ebay.