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What is the difference between 88 and 90 XJS Dashboard Cover
My 90 XJS Conv. developed a crack running fore and aft about centerline on the dash cover just above the instrument cluster. I had purchased an ABS dash cover for the 87 XJ6 that I had and thought I would get one for the 90 XJS.
The ABS plastic overlays available on line say the cover fits 76 - 88, but will not fit a 90.
Is there something different about the dash on a 90 compared to an 88? The change in the instrument cluster did not come out until the 92 Facelift, so I am wondering why the supplier claims that it won't fit?
Here are photos of the crack that developed in the dash and an ABS cover similar to the one that I used on the 87 XJ6, which was secured over the existing dash with adhesive. The overlay is claimed to fit XJS from 77 through 88. Hence the question about whether the dash in a 76 - 88 is diferent than the dash in a 90 convertible. Crack runs from about left corner of demister to about 3/4 of the hump on the instrument cluster.
In all y'all's experience,,, what's the best solution for cracks and a worn out dash cover?
Either:
buy a second hand dash piece
remove the one you have and recover it carefully yourself using a suitable plastic material or cloth
there are places that can do invisible repairs to this sort of plastic, seen them on wheeler dealers; but unless you have one nearby, sending the dash by post or courier is not really an option, owing to its size and fragility.
What is the difference between 88 and 90 XJS Dashboard Cover
