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Old 01-17-2015, 01:59 PM   #1
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Dash Pad and Sun Shade Photos

All the photos I've seen show generic dash pads so I thought I'd share one I bought for our 2015 Solera. The product is from Dash Designs, Sedona Suede, Gray purchased from AutoAnything.com ($65). I'm happy with it except the velcro tape it comes with isn't very "grippy." Easily remedied with my own supply of industrial strength velcro.

Although I like the Remi Window shades for the Sprinter made in Germany, the $995 price tag is a bit steep for what it does. Must sun shades are the fold up type which are a PITA to store and deploy. This Dash Designs Sun Shade, also from AutoAnything, was $40. Its spring loaded retractable, so all you do is pull it across and pop it into the bracket on the drivers side pillar. To retract it, lift it off the bracket and it retracts and stows itself. The brackets are attached to the side pillars with tape. I wasn't happy with the adhesive so I substituted some red 3M double faced tape which is very strong.
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Old 01-17-2015, 02:39 PM   #2
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That looks great! Thanks for sharing.
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Old 01-17-2015, 08:27 PM   #3
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All the photos I've seen show generic dash pads so I thought I'd share one I bought for our 2015 Solera. The product is from Dash Designs, Sedona Suede, Gray purchased from AutoAnything.com ($65). I'm happy with it except the velcro tape it comes with isn't very "grippy." Easily remedied with my own supply of industrial strength velcro.
Looks Nice! On the two submodels available which did you select? With center tray or with center hatch! Thanks.

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Old 01-17-2015, 09:12 PM   #4
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I like both! Thanks for the info.
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Old 01-17-2015, 09:50 PM   #5
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Is that your satellite radio antenna on the dash?
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Old 01-18-2015, 07:10 AM   #6
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Should be GPS antenna.
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Old 01-18-2015, 07:54 AM   #7
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For Those That Are Interested-On Sale Now 15% Off @ AutoAnything.com:
Dash Designs Carpet Dashboard Cover
On Sale: 15% Off $44.99 Now $38.24
Dash Designs Suede Dashboard Cover
On Sale: 15% Off $54.99 - $64.99 Now $46.74 - $55.24



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Not bad but I don't see shades for the side windows. What do you do about those?
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Old 01-18-2015, 01:05 PM   #9
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Ordered a dash cover last night. They do look good on the web site.
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Old 01-18-2015, 10:03 PM   #10
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Ordered a dash cover last night. They do look good on the web site.
Yes, I finally figured out the submodels and I am in for one too-Seems to be priced right!

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Old 01-18-2015, 10:29 PM   #11
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do they do all models of models of motorhomes

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For Those That Are Interested-On Sale Now 15% Off @ AutoAnything.com:
Dash Designs Carpet Dashboard Cover
On Sale: 15% Off $44.99 Now $38.24
Dash Designs Suede Dashboard Cover
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Old 01-18-2015, 11:48 PM   #12
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do they do all models of models of motorhomes
I really do not know, If you can figure out the chassis your motor home/rv is built on-Like most of our new Forest River Solera's models are built on a Mercedes Benze 3500 Sprinter Cargo Van-then select the year/vehicle/model at the AUTOANYTHING (AutoAnything | Auto Accessories & Aftermarket Parts | Truck Accessories & Car Accessories - Floor Mats, Tonneau Covers & Car Covers ) website and see if that fits your needs and give them a call. "Good Luck."

PS: I am not an "official of Forest River or AutoAnything."
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We just use the curtain that came with the Solera for privacy ... haven't found a solution for the side windows.
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You should be able to find side window covers here.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Windshield SunShade Set 2003-2015
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I was looking for a privacy shade and found the magnetic windshield shade cover:
http://www.walmart.com/search/?query...+cover+class+c
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Dash Pad and Sun Shade Photos

Works and fits perfectly on the MB, choose the Sprinter model.
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Old 01-29-2015, 02:52 PM   #17
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Installed my dash cover today. The brushed suede tan matches the leather seat covers fairly well. Very happy.
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