Replace the fascia with the Type R glare and scratch free one - Page 3

Adri CiViC · 30th March 2007, 14:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcr

Is it my imagination, or is this a different finish that Adri Civic is showing us, it looks different to Pottsy's Type-R facia ?.

Ham'sCivic, I am fairly certain that the clear perspex is the bonded front of the instrument unit and not a seperately replaceable sheet.

Exactly, is different.

Is a different way to solve the scratchy problem. More photos...

Topcat · 30th March 2007, 14:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcr

Ham'sCivic, I am fairly certain that the clear perspex is the bonded front of the instrument unit and not a seperately replaceable sheet.

Its seperate - I have made enquiries an its £77 to replace (for the part only inclusive of VAT) which i thought was excessive given that the rest of the dash if only about £43!!

At least if Honda change the dash over and it goes wrong it is down to them to put right, my local dealer charges about £40 to replace the dash.

Foggy69 · 30th March 2007, 15:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ham'sCivic

I am waiting for a reply to my letter to Honda before I go and buy, in case they will replace for free, but if not, I'd like to replace the whole lot inc the centre clear section, Pottsy, is this held on with a couple of screws too?

Cheers,
Ian

Ian, The centre clear section does appear to be glued on, their were no screws that I could see.
Adri Civic, it does appear that there is more than 1 type of Type R dash

There appears to some confusion as to the price

The part number on the invoice I have is H78121SMTE01 £42.62+VAT

Thanks again to Pottsy, it was a really easy job.

Bog · 30th March 2007, 15:42

A list of part numbers would be useful, if there are in fact 2 types and the number for the headlight ajuster switch (for us EX owners who want to us it for something else).

Foggy69 · 31st March 2007, 12:55

I have now had time to take some better photos of the finished project.
Adri Civic, now we know why your dash looked different

But the confusion over the price still remains.

Topcat · 31st March 2007, 13:19

Actually the more I see the pics of the type R dash the more I like it - im looking forward to getting mine done now

Foggy69 · 31st March 2007, 15:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topcat

Actually the more I see the pics of the type R dash the more I like it - im looking forward to getting mine done now

It will never look as good as a clean, scratch free, dust free fascia

BUT it looks an awful lot better than a scratched one

And as I had only cleaned it twice, with a damp microfibre cloth and it was already scratched, I know which I would rather have.

THX1138 · 31st March 2007, 16:02

I guess everything is in reverse for us left-side drivers ?
That means different part numbers for the fascia.

HondaHeaven · 31st March 2007, 22:16

Collected the dash fasia in lunch hour at work, got home at 5.35pm and whilst still sat in the car I removed the fasia, managed to do it without removing the lower dash trim, had a screwdriver set in glovebox.

Took old fasia and switch gear in the house along with new fasia - transferred the switch gear to new, had tea with wife and little girl and then popped back out to re-fit, by 6.15pm the dash was all done and I was locking the car up for the night.

£35 including vat, and yes it was discounted, retails at £42.62+ vat.
Part number is 78121-SMT-E01 or at least thats what he printed on the receipt!

Looks great and does not look dusty or scratced one bit, think this will wear great - with Pottsy and his how to I would reccomend having a go. It is really dead easy, just take some care and you will be fine. (I was previously a technician but you don't really need any experience, just take your time and have small hands!!)

Adri looks to have covered his existing dash with carbonfibre wrap, for £35 (or £50inc retail) I would suggest just buying the Type R fasia!!

Topcat · 31st March 2007, 22:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaHeaven

Collected the dash fasia in lunch hour at work, got home at 5.35pm and whilst still sat in the car I removed the fasia, managed to do it without removing the lower dash trim, had a screwdriver set in glovebox.

Took old fasia and switch gear in the house along with new fasia - transferred the switch gear to new, had tea with wife and little girl and then popped back out to re-fit, by 6.15pm the dash was all done and I was locking the car up for the night.

Show off

HondaHeaven · 31st March 2007, 22:34

Like Pottsy said... Childs play - well nearly!!

Ham'sCivic · 1st April 2007, 10:26

Cheers HondaHeaven, can I ask how you got it discounted? Because the original is so rubbish??

HondaHeaven · 1st April 2007, 19:49

The dealer always has cost price, trade price and then retail - just talk nicely to your parts guy

and ask him for a trade price as you are such a good customer and you may get lucky.

Type S 2.2 i-CTDI GT · 1st April 2007, 22:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Foggy69

I have now had time to take some better photos of the finished project.
Adri Civic, now we know why your dash looked different

But the confusion over the price still remains.

looks much better as no dust or scratches Is comes from Type r dash ? i buy one too

Foggy69 · 1st April 2007, 22:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Type S 2.2 i-CTDI GT

looks much better as no dust or scratches Is comes from Type r dash ? i buy one too

Go for it.
Butter up the dealer as HondaHeaven suggests, and spend 1/2 hour making your Type S even better

scol78 · 5th April 2007, 21:04

Does any one know the part number for the switch to replace the hole in the Type R facia .I`ve the EX and dont want the grommet

WavyD · 3rd June 2007, 19:35

If the middle section is indeed glued on, could it not be jiggled off and maybe spray colour coded to the car or even masked off and sprayed? A Vivid Blue Car with a colour coded dash would be awsome and so Retro! How about having the plastic sprayed in Alabaster or Champagne Silver for contrast?

For HID Headlamp owners, the hole for the switch could be utilised as a no damage fitting point for an iPod Mount (until a proper iPod solution is found!) At least you can see the iPods screen from that location!

richard_jerome · 26th June 2007, 22:41

Just a footnote to Pottsy's excellent HOWTO.

I've got a 3 day old Type-S, which arrived with a dash scratched to buggery. It also means I'd don't have HIDs. Hence there is a 3rd wire on the right hand side of the dash, for the headlamp adjust, to remove before you yank the old dash fasica off and throw it in the bin

Also, all the plugs on the right hand side of the dash have the release clips on the underside. On the left hand side of the dash the VSA has the clip on the right. The air-con sensor on the lower dash has it on the top.

Whilst I'm still not sure you can get the white [aircon] tube on without removing the panel under the dashboard anyway, knowing where the release clips are might give you a fighting chance of doing it without.

Thanks to Pottsy for breaking the new ground.

Cheers,
Rich

spile · 27th June 2007, 08:51

Just to clarify, when folk are talking about the scratched dash, are they talking about:
The clear plastic window that you view the rev counter through?
The opaque, blue plastic surround that encapsulates the main controls?
or
Both?

Sometimes it is not clear which is being discussed.

Adri CiViC · 27th June 2007, 12:03

I change it on Monday

3rd June 2007, 19:35	#57 (permalink)
WavyD Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 24th May 2007 Location: Between the Light of Day and the Shadows of Darkness! Posts: 375 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Scratched Dash If the middle section is indeed glued on, could it not be jiggled off and maybe spray colour coded to the car or even masked off and sprayed? A Vivid Blue Car with a colour coded dash would be awsome and so Retro! How about having the plastic sprayed in Alabaster or Champagne Silver for contrast? For HID Headlamp owners, the hole for the switch could be utilised as a no damage fitting point for an iPod Mount (until a proper iPod solution is found!) At least you can see the iPods screen from that location!

26th June 2007, 22:41	#58 (permalink)
richard_jerome Valve Cap Join Date: 18th February 2007 Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Just a footnote to Pottsy's excellent HOWTO. I've got a 3 day old Type-S, which arrived with a dash scratched to buggery. It also means I'd don't have HIDs. Hence there is a 3rd wire on the right hand side of the dash, for the headlamp adjust, to remove before you yank the old dash fasica off and throw it in the bin Also, all the plugs on the right hand side of the dash have the release clips on the underside. On the left hand side of the dash the VSA has the clip on the right. The air-con sensor on the lower dash has it on the top. Whilst I'm still not sure you can get the white [aircon] tube on without removing the panel under the dashboard anyway, knowing where the release clips are might give you a fighting chance of doing it without. Thanks to Pottsy for breaking the new ground. Cheers, Rich Last edited by richard_jerome; 27th June 2007 at 15:45.

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Bog Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 5th October 2006 Location: Romford, Essex Posts: 898 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	A list of part numbers would be useful, if there are in fact 2 types and the number for the headlight ajuster switch (for us EX owners who want to us it for something else).

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Topcat Supporter Civinfo guru Join Date: 11th May 2006 Location: Middlesex Posts: 2,755 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	Actually the more I see the pics of the type R dash the more I like it - im looking forward to getting mine done now

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THX1138 Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 2nd March 2007 Location: Den Haag, The Netherlands Posts: 386 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I guess everything is in reverse for us left-side drivers ? That means different part numbers for the fascia.

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HondaHeaven Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th September 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Collected the dash fasia in lunch hour at work, got home at 5.35pm and whilst still sat in the car I removed the fasia, managed to do it without removing the lower dash trim, had a screwdriver set in glovebox. Took old fasia and switch gear in the house along with new fasia - transferred the switch gear to new, had tea with wife and little girl and then popped back out to re-fit, by 6.15pm the dash was all done and I was locking the car up for the night. £35 including vat, and yes it was discounted, retails at £42.62+ vat. Part number is 78121-SMT-E01 or at least thats what he printed on the receipt! Looks great and does not look dusty or scratced one bit, think this will wear great - with Pottsy and his how to I would reccomend having a go. It is really dead easy, just take some care and you will be fine. (I was previously a technician but you don't really need any experience, just take your time and have small hands!!) Adri looks to have covered his existing dash with carbonfibre wrap, for £35 (or £50inc retail) I would suggest just buying the Type R fasia!!

31st March 2007, 22:34	#51 (permalink)
HondaHeaven Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th September 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Like Pottsy said... Childs play - well nearly!!

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Ham'sCivic Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 13th February 2007 Location: Norfolk Posts: 34 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Cheers HondaHeaven, can I ask how you got it discounted? Because the original is so rubbish??

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HondaHeaven Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th September 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	The dealer always has cost price, trade price and then retail - just talk nicely to your parts guy and ask him for a trade price as you are such a good customer and you may get lucky.

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scol78 Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 22nd July 2006 Location: leicester Posts: 176 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Does any one know the part number for the switch to replace the hole in the Type R facia .I`ve the EX and dont want the grommet

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spile Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 15th January 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 216 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	Just to clarify, when folk are talking about the scratched dash, are they talking about: The clear plastic window that you view the rev counter through? The opaque, blue plastic surround that encapsulates the main controls? or Both? Sometimes it is not clear which is being discussed.

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Adri CiViC Valve Cap Join Date: 26th September 2006 Location: Madrid - Spain Posts: 38 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I change it on Monday