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I remember that a few years ago there were a series of postings regarding various vinyl-type products to update the dashboard. I had printed out the info back then, but can't find it now. We moved/downsized last year so it may have been thrown out. Anyone have the names of companies or products to give the dashboard an updated look? Thanks. Hy
 
Are you writing about the helm station?

Exactly what is it that you are trying to do? A number of years I replaced much of the fiberglass with wood on my boat. Looked much better.

A picture of your layout would be helpful.

George
 
If you just want to dress up the old panels I used Carbon Fiber laminate on my current boat. I learned the hard way that I ordered the wrong product I should have ordered outdoor UV rated material I had to repair my work by clear coating it after the fact.
The company I ordered it from has a lot of material to choose from.

https://dragonplate.com/
 
Thanks, all. I did some searching online last evening and found the product I had preciously read about. It's 3M Dinoc woodgrain. The only problem is that the manufacturer only gives it a lifespan of 2-4 years outdoors. I'm thinking about using it and 'painting' it over with a clear coat, either epoxy or Krylon. That, hopefully, will extend its life to 8-10 years. After that, I'll be too old to care! Not really. Hy
 
Dave, that's what I was thinking of doing. Now for a related second question. I'd like to get a set of vinyl transparent switch labels which I can stick to the switch panel and then clear coat. The gauge panel is not a problem because the gauges are self-labeled. The switches, however, all look the same and it's much less confusing, especially for anyone I ask to throw a certain switch while I'm not at the helm, if all the switches had labels below them. Does anyone know of a site or company offering a variety or custom labels? I don't want to use the 'Label Maker'; it looks tacky on a dashboard. Hy
 
https://www.bluesea.com/products/4217/Waterproof_DC_Label_Kit_-_120_Black_Square_Labels
 
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