Dash Facia Re-Trim Kit (Car Set)

The dashboard facia panel on the Triumph Tr2 to TR3Bs remained very consistent during the 9 year production period. The metal facia panel was always upholstered in a material to match the other interior trim panels and seats. This also included a matching material to re-cover the dash cubby box (“glove box”) lid door situated on the passenger side of the car. The centre instrument dial panel was also covered in matching material for most cars – however, not all, with some early cars leaving the production line with a crinkle paint finish in this area.

This Dash Facia Panel Re was originally covered in Vynide (Leathercloth) from the factory production line. Commonly these days, this material is superseded with Vinyl (Ambla), although Leathercloth (Vynide) is still available if requested (colour dependent). Unlike other cappings in the car, including the Dash Top Scuttle Capping, which was trimmed in leather as a factory option – very few cars would have left with Leather dash facia covers – and if they did, this would have been a special order item. Note when “Leather” is mentioned on the heritage certificates, this is often referring to the Seats and some of the other Cappings around the cockpit of the car. See our FAQs for more information.

Here at John Skinners we have developed and supplied pre-sewn material covers to easily re-upholster your original Dashboard Facia panel. Templated from original panels, and with decades worth of practical experience in re-trimming these specific parts – our covers are designed with the end result of quality in mind. The kit includes two pieces of pre-cut material to re-upholster the Glove “Cubby” Box Lid and the Centre Instrument Panel. It also includes the main Dash Facia cover which features sewing and top-stitch detailing around the section for the steering wheel column. Unlike the majority of other suppliers in the industry – John Skinners can also offer this part in Leather – already “skived” down to make it more suitable for purpose (easier to trim!). Skiving, or the thinning of leather, is a process to reduce the thickness by slicing away a layer of the “flesh” underside. This finish is especially useful for areas that are to be folded around edges which require a consistently thin material to allow for the optimal fitment in the car. It is this detailed knowledge of these parts through decades of supplying kits, and our investment in machinery such as our leather skiving machine that has allowed us to improve the options available to our customers without compromising on suitability to the purpose for the cars. Just one of the reasons why John Skinner Ltd remains the industry leader when it comes to quality and workmanship of the interior trim and upholstery for the Triumph TRs.

DETAILS

• Available in Leather, Vinyl (Ambla) or Leathercloth (Vynide).
• Two options of automotive-grade leather available to choose from – “grained” or “smooth” surface finish.
• Features pre-sewn and top-stitched section for the steering wheel column for neat and tidy finish.
• If ordered in leather, selected parts are supplied pre-thinned/skived, at no extra cost.

Why JSM?

• Made in England, only 50 miles away from the original production line.
• We source only the highest quality raw materials to manufacture our products – including leather from Italy and Scotland.
• John Skinners offer the widest range of colour options on the market – including all the correct original colour combinations, as well as many more custom shades.
• Worldwide material and colour samples service is available upon request, to ensure you get the look and finish your car deserves.
• Our kits are manufactured using the same methods and templates that we have used to great success for 40+ years. Rest assured, we know they fit!
• JSM has contributed to various notable Triumph restorations including TS01, and the much-publicised Triumph TR2 “Jabbeke“ MVC575 restoration project.
• Access to help and advice when it comes time to fit these panels – we have been making and fitting these same parts for a long time – we know all the tricks, and we are more than happy to assist you or your trimmer should you get stuck.

DISCOUNT – purchase this item as part of our Trim Panel Kit bundle to receive a cheaper price.