How to Design a Custom Dash
Designing a customized dashboard for your vehicle provides the convenience, ease and aesthetic you desire. Making the car as customized and enjoyable as possible will make it easier to endure long commutes. From the sound system to the controls for air temperature and other features, designing a custom dash will take creativity and skill to ensure that all aspects of the dash are positioned to function optimally.
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Instructions
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Identify the model, make and year of your vehicle. This provides the foundation of your designing of features that utilize parts created to match the model and make of your vehicle. Obtain a manual of your vehicle's wiring and current dashboard specifications, as you will need this information to properly place features throughout the dash and make them function properly.
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Establish your budget, skill sets and time frame for this customization process. Be realistic, and remember that you can add alternative customization features progressively over time. Ask for help from professionals if you need the support.
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Decide on the right finish you want to fully cover the dashboard. From brushed aluminum, glossy finish, matted finish, black carbon fiber laminate or a specific wood grain, design a dash cover that fits your personal taste and style.
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Incorporate custom features such as a digital sound system or a simple manual radio. Depending on the car and desired aesthetics, design a dash that lines up with your vision of the finished product. Add temperature controls as needed, from highly digitized versions to manual concepts. Make sure you incorporate these features in a way that they can attach to the proper wiring in place.
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Finish your design concept by adding the steering wheel, brake, gas and clutch pedals and vent and speaker covers. These should also fit the look and feel of the other aspects of the vehicle and should be to your taste and convenience when using the car.
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Tips & Warnings
Dashboard covers and kits are available for purchase online and can help you streamline the process.
References
- Photo Credit dash board image by Stanislav Halcin from Fotolia.com
