natallica Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 (edited) Here it is guys, a solution to the flaky buttons on the 87 and older HVAC controller faceplate. I make these at my place of work and designed it exclusively for you all (I have an 88 so it doesn't work for mine). What this is exactly is a printed and die-cut self adhesive overlay kit. If you're tired of looking at the 5 flaky silver buttons or the famous shiny spots on the up and down buttons this is for you. I applied it to a junkyard unit that I grabbed and it looks so much better. So if you'd like yours to look like this one then grab one today. With this kit you'll receive*: 5 - brushed silver, self adhesive button overlays for:Fresh & Recirculated AirEconomyDefrostAutoOff1 - Clear film with printed black and orange, which is also self adhesive (Temp Display/Up & Down/Face & Foot and High and Low Fan Speed Controls) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/SQC%20Items/P1000480.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/SQC%20Items/P1000477.jpg Pricing for this item is $25.00 shipped anywhere in the U.S My paypal address is: natallica@comcast.net DIsclaimer I assume NO responsibility in ANY damage done to your faceplate if you choose to purchase one of these kits for yours, I am only offering these (and this walk-through) as an inexpensive cosmetic replacement to old worn out buttons. Apart from finding a brand new unit (which is impossible) this is the only option that I can think of, so if you think you are mechanically inclined enough to dismantle and scrape glue and metal and clean surfaces...then by all means grab one of these kits. It's relatively easy to do if you take your time and be thorough in the prep, you should be happy with the results. *Faceplate in photo not included Thanks Guys, lemme know what you think! -N8 Edited December 7, 2011 by natallica 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FijiPhil Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 This is really cool! Props to you sir for coming up with a new part that will for sure be useful to the community! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchi934 Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 looks great man. Now we need one for later model HVAC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
25gconquest Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Nice job now you should do one for the 88 up . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vbrad511 Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Makes you wonder if you couldn't put a piece of film, like a camera screen protector over the overlays to keep them preserved. Oh and X2 on Frenchi's comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetspd150 Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Just paypaled you for four. Can you make the steering wheel radio control as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koulbreeze Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 SCORE, sending info tomorrow after i pay for my new dash, You're the man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Nice work man. Cant wait to see some installed pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koulbreeze Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 (edited) Can you also do the steering wheel audio controls? opps, just saw jetspd150 already asked, but same question, btw, You're the man, i was gonna go walk through the local arts n crafts store but now i can go back to sitting on my arse and punching keys... http://www.starquestclub.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=125831&hl=&fromsearch=1 http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo141/koulbreeze/IMG_20111129_100319.jpghttp://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo141/koulbreeze/IMG_20111129_100310.jpg Edited December 7, 2011 by koulbreeze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy larry Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Sweet! Keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DryBear Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 That sir, is awesome! If you want to do the newer set with the black buttons, I have one control set that you could borrow if you need it for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyRacer Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 "Baby" (87 TSI) need a set really bad, so I'll take a set of these also. You'll be receiving a PayPal payment very soon. As mentioned above, I hope you make a set for the steering wheel radio controls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 I'll paypal you Friday=) This is the only thing that detracted from my clean dash=( Now it'll be all better. YOU DA MAN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Thanks for the kudos guys, I've really been psyched up about offereing these...and to answer all of the questions at once...Yes, I will be offering the newer 88-89 controllers and 87 and older steering controls (as long as I have a donor) my local junkyard didn't have any so I put a feeler in the Items Wanted section. Thanks again guys, more to come soon!-N8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC_99 Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Well done sir, I think I have a spare 88/89 control plate I can send you to copy. I'll check and get back to you. BC_99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetspd150 Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Can you also do the steering wheel audio controls? opps, just saw jetspd150 already asked, but same question, btw, You're the man, i was gonna go walk through the local arts n crafts store but now i can go back to sitting on my arse and punching keys... http://www.starquestclub.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=125831&hl=&fromsearch=1 http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo141/koulbreeze/IMG_20111129_100319.jpg http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo141/koulbreeze/IMG_20111129_100310.jpg Yes but the pictures went the extra miles. Thanks for the backup. Koulbreeze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 (edited) Paypal info is wrong! It should be natallica@comcast.net. Sorry!!!! I fixed it in the original posting. If you sent money to natallca- please check your paypal account. It needs changed! Edited December 7, 2011 by natallica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Just couldn't wait til Friday=) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flattiefan Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Im going to buy a set for sure. Nice work! what do you need to do before applying? scrape the old plastic chrome off first? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Im going to buy a set for sure. Nice work! what do you need to do before applying? scrape the old plastic chrome off first? Here is an illustrated walk through on my procedure, it worked for me but feel free to change it up if you can think of a better way. Click here -N8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetspd150 Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Payment recent for four under correct paypal account. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyRacer Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 I just sent you the PayPal payment of $25 for 1 set. Just let me know when you send these. Also, I'll be eagerly awaiting for when you make the 86-87 radio controls.Thanx, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koulbreeze Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Mmmmmmoney sent, Thanks again.~Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted December 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 (edited) Hopefully the 88-89 units will be coming within a day or so. Still waiting for a steering control to use for those. -N8 Edited December 8, 2011 by natallica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted December 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Just couldn't wait til Friday=)Payment recent for four under correct paypal account. ThanksI just sent you the PayPal payment of $25 for 1 set. Just let me know when you send these. Also, I'll be eagerly awaiting for when you make the 86-87 radio controls.Thanx, JohnMmmmmmoney sent, Thanks again.~Scott Paypal's received...they're ready to go already and I will be shipping first thing tomorrow morning! Thanks fellas, be sure to let me know how you like 'em. And don't forget to find me in the feedback forum -N8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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