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Dash Top + Door Top + Quarter Elbow Capping Re-Trim Kit (Car Set)
Suitable Models: TR2, TR3, TR3A
£98.34 – £277.15 exc. VAT UK Customers ONLY - VAT (20%) will be calculated at checkout.
The Dash and Capping areas on the early Triumph TR models were high-wear and exposed areas of the cars. Exposed to the elements these parts are often crumbling away and faded – and thus require replacing during any thoughtful restoration. Available in a variety of materials and colours – please see below for more in-depth descriptions, videos, and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
All the TR2, TR3, and TR3A/B models used the same or very similar shaped cappings surrounding the cockpit, with only a subtle change made to the Door Top Capping Roll in late 1957. These various cappings were all originally supplied in aluminium by Triumph – but with the exception of the tonneau cappings at the rear, the after-market versions are available only in fibreglass (quarter elbow cappings) and steel (door tops) – with the Dash Top Scuttles no longer available. The materials used to upholster these cappings remained unchanged during this period from 1953 to 1962 – barring possible changes to the colour and actual materials used.
These cappings were originally supplied in either Leather or Vynide (Leathercloth), depending on the material specification of the car. Be aware that commonly these days for “Vynide” specification cars – this material is superseded with Vinyl (Ambla), although Leathercloth (Vynide) is still available if requested (colour dependent). When these parts were supplied in Leather, these particular cappings made up five pieces of the “7pc Leather Capping Kit” which was a popular factory option on the TR2-3B model; comprising of 1 x Dash Top Scuttle Capping, 2 x Door Top Cappings, 2 x Quarter Elbow Cappings; with the other two leather pieces being the Door Pull Lanyards (sold separately). Keep in mind that when “Leather” is mentioned on the heritage certificates, this is often referring to this “7pc Capping Kit” which also went hand-in-hand with the Seats being made in a similar combination including Leather elements. See our FAQs for more information.
John Skinner Ltd supply pre-cut pieces of material for re-upholstering your cappings – regardless of if these cappings are the originals or after-market versions. Due to our experience with these cars – we ensure that the pre-cut material re-trim kits that we supply are large enough to cater for the job to attain a clean and neat finish. As these cappings were commonly supplied in leather from the factory, it is worth keeping mind that if you order leather versions of this kit from us, we will “skiv” these parts down for you at no extra cost. 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 or bent whilst remaining pliable and without losing any of its core strength. 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.
- Supplied suitably large enough to allow for ease in fitment.
- If ordered in leather, these 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.
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| Chassis Number Range | TS01 – TS8636, TS8637 – TS22013, TS22014 – TS60000, TS60001 – TS82347, TCF1 – TCF2804, TSF1 – TSF530 |
| Misc. Information | British Leyland, Coventry, Long Door, Short Door, Small Mouth, Standard Motors, Triumph, Wide Mouth |
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| Original Factory Part Number | 552814, 552815, 552817, 556695-5566718, 556719-556742, 556803-556814, 559290-559297, 559322-559325 |
Please note that the colour names refer to internal John Skinner Ltd names, not necessarily the names Triumph originally used for these colours.
Due to industry-wide inconsistencies in production and record-keeping, it is widely accepted that the interpretation of original shades varies depending on who you ask. As a result, John Skinner Ltd offers multiple “original” shade options for you to make your final choice from. Below is a list of these accepted “original” colour choices that John Skinners can offer for your Triumph restoration project.
Black
Midnight Blue
Grey
Maroon
Matador Red
Cherry Red
Bright Red
New Tan
Cinnamon (Antiqued)
Biscuit Light Tan
Barley Beige
Stone
Light Stone Beige
CUSTOM COLOURS/COMBINATIONS ALSO AVAILABLE
Note that we can also offer a variety of custom “non-original” shades if you prefer a more bespoke finish. For a full and complete list of options please view our Materials & Colours library.
SAMPLES/COLOUR CONFIRMATIONS
As part of the ordering process, we will arrange for samples to be sent for final confirmation – so browse and shop with complete peace of mind, knowing that we will guide you through step-by-step with all the information you require.
Please note that all materials are subject to colour shade differences between production batches. There may be subtle differences in colour shading between sample cuttings and final production material.
Due to the range of products we offer, and our worldwide customer base, we can only calculate an accurate shipping cost once Your Enquiry/Quote has been received by Jonathon. As there is no payment required at this stage – use our Quote Builder in full confidence, with zero commitment to purchase – and send us your Quotation request for your interior trim requirements; and we will get in touch directly with you with an updated Quote, which will include the shipment costs.
In the meantime, basic guideline shipping costs are outlined below.
(For all non-UK shipments – the final price per box depends on the size of the box – which is dictated by the items in your final selection)
UK: £10.50 – £30 per box
Europe & European Union: £20 – £150 per box
North America & Canada: £28.50 – £160 per box
Rest of World: £50.00 – £400 per box
Generally speaking, a complete car interior kit (Trim Panels, Carpets, Seat Covers, Boot/Trunk area, Soft Top Hoods etc) normally requires 2 x FULL Size Boxes, with some cars needing slightly less, and some slightly more.
Please note that these prices are exclusive of VAT (UK Customers ONLY) and any additional customs or handling charges that may be incurred during shipping. These prices are given as an approximation only.
For further information about shipping, and to learn more about how our shipping costs are calculated, please read our Shipping and Delivery guide.
🇪🇺 EU Shipments / Brexit 🇪🇺
As of January 2021, the UK is no longer part of the European Union (EU). As a result, several changes have been implemented which affects how EU based customers now purchase products from the UK.
It is not as problematic and complicated as people say. John Skinner Ltd sends hundreds of shipments to the EU; and rarely do we encounter any issues at all; and this is due to us working closely with our shipping agents to offer two choices that help to simplify the process for you.
You now have 2 Options you can choose from for shipping John Skinner products to the EU:
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Option 1: Standard International Shipping
This is the ‘standard’ method of purchasing items from the UK, since the UK left the EU (‘Brexit’).
You will pay John Skinner Ltd for 1) the parts ordered, and 2) the shipping cost to ship from the UK to your address.
You will NOT be charged UK VAT (20% Tax). (Before Brexit, you would have been charged UK VAT @ 20%).
Once your parts ship, you will be contacted directly by our shipping agent (normally DHL), who will request payment from you for 1) Your Local Country Tax based on the value of the John Skinner Invoice, 2) a small admin fee (normally around €15). Once this is paid, your goods are released from customs and delivered to your address.
You will NOT be charged any Duties/Tariffs. All the parts we supply are made by John Skinner Ltd in the UK, and we provide all the correct paperwork & documentation and sign declarations to ensure that no Duties/Tariffs apply to our goods. (This is often the part that most people get confused by with Brexit – they assume that anything they buy from the UK incurs Duties/Tariff charges – our products are 0% Duty/Tariff rated).
Note that this shipping option is the default choice offered when Jonathon is raising your initial Quote; if you wish to discuss the second option (see below) – then just mention this to Jonathon once he has made direct contact with you about your enquiry.
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Option 2: Prepaid Duties & Taxes *** VERY POPULAR OPTION ***
To simplify the purchasing process, you can choose our Prepaid Duties & Taxes option.
This process is becoming the most popular option for our EU customers as it makes everything very simple and straightforward, akin to how it was before the UK left the EU.
We will calculate & include all applicable import duties, taxes, and customs fees in your order total – and everything is paid up front to John Skinner Ltd.
Once the parts are ready and are shipped – you will NOT pay any additional costs, or have to do anything more – your order will be delivered to your address as normal. Our shipping agent (normally DHL) pays the Local Country Tax on behalf of John Skinner Ltd and they Invoice us for this later. This ensures that you won’t face any unexpected charges upon delivery, and your order will clear customs smoothly and quickly.
You can enjoy a more streamlined shopping experience with this option; like Brexit never even happened.
If you are interested in this option, please let Jonathon know once he has contacted you directly with your updated Quote via email; and he can update the Quote accordingly to reflect this choice.
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