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Old 03-31-2004, 02:10 PM
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1975 300D series 115 parts

Does anyone have a source for interior panels? I need the dash panel that goes above the driver's feet, just under the steering column. Thanks for any help.

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Old 03-31-2004, 07:31 PM
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Salvage yard may be your best bet.
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have never seen a panel, not like the w123's.

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Old 04-01-2004, 09:23 AM
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Not sure if this is stock but, my W115 240D only has a 'pretty panel' underneath the steering column and toward the center console, not all the way across like a 123.
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I tried the MB dealer but the panel is not even listed on their computer. The panel is only a piece of black cardboard with sound deadening material on the back. It has a couple of tabs that bend down against the fire wall. I could make it out of Masonite but it has a slight concave curve to it and the tabs would have to be afixed to it some how. I repaired the one on the passenger's side with some Masonite strips so I guess I'll have to do the same here.
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Old 04-03-2004, 09:39 AM
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kip, somebody somewhere (perhaps the Vintage section) described how they made/ repaired the panels. I have mine out and in the house and can make a drawing if you're interested. Would be an easy afternoon job once you have the materials.
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I have the old piece but it is much the worse for wear. I fixed the pass. side with some Masonite and it looks nearly new but I thought if I could find one for $10-20 I would replace the driver's sode rather than build a new one. My only concern is that the driver's side has what appears to be a compound curve in it which might be difficult to replacate in 1/8" hardboard. But, since this is to be my son's car and not open to auto show type scrutiny I think the Masonite might be as good as any.
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Old 04-03-2004, 09:48 PM
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Smile Your problem is simple and cheap to fix.

Hello kip Foss
Your problem is simple and cheap to fix.
Paper mache is the answer.
http://www.planetpals.com/papermache.html
I worked on a show car last month that had panels made from Paper Mache.
I was stunned that the car is a major award winner.
Use your old panel as a mold, the final three layers must be full sheets.
Use a good primer and a coat of black paint to finish it.
Add a sound damper pad to the back and it will be as nice as a new OEM part.
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The paper mache sounds like a good idea. I made a paper mache volcano in 6th grade and won first place in the science fair for it. A flat panel shouldn't be too difficult.

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