Kalogerus

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I received a new door panel and it had a dirty speaker grille. Is that gonna work? No.

So time to redress this bad boy.

I got this speaker fabric from amazon for around 10 bucks. This is audio "friendly" fabric that lets sound travel through with next to nothing loss. Down side of it is it's too thin that any mistake with the glue will show on it (especially that it is tan).





Remove the old mesh from the grill and sand the glue away as much as you can and cut the mesh a bit bigger than the oem mesh (you'll trim later)



Dont apply glue to the face. Unless you have something that wont stain the fabric (like a glue stick or some mild fabric adhesive). Doing it without any glue on face will require patience and cold nerves, and will need to be readjusted after you mount it to be perfect.




Apply glue to the back one side at a time starting with the side that needs the least trimming. You can use a lot of glue to make it stick properly.







Put back on the panel and compare. I like how it matches the little carpet thing at the bottom just right. This is my 2nd attempt... SUCCESS.



Now, have yourself a nice, cold, refreshing drink.

lilSCsteve

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Interesting, I had the same problem...my approach was a little different then yours. I pulled the fabric, cleaned off all the glue...hit it with a light sanding, prep, and sprayed the same color as my console trim, and wood pieces. So far so good...sound isn't effected, plus it looks better then when I got them.

Just a suggestion Kalogerus, I wouldn't use a liquid glue. Try a spray adhesive, it won't show any residue, plus drying time is much faster, and less messy.


steve

Kalogerus

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^ Hmmmm, I thought about repainting the fabric and figured the paint might block the sound. Didnt think of painting the plastic itself. What dye did you use? Is it available in tan?

lilSCsteve

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I used SEM paint Classic Coat Tan # 17313 Leather/Vinyl spray paint. Then I hit it 2 clear...and trust me, it's much easier to keep clean!:The color I used is an Acura tan color, I like that better then the Lexus tan...

Hey hit me up if you got any questions...

steve

OG Dada

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Lol, I detailed mine with some really good interior detailing product that I've trusted for years. Made it look brand new right after.

Kalogerus

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I dont know how to clean stuff with anything other than tide or dish washing detergent (thats how I actually cleaned the panel )

I updated. The pics are before I readjusted the fabric after reinstallation but it now fits perfectly. Its not too bad of a job just needs a bit of patience and letting the glue dry.

Steve: I just read your suggestion about glue. I 100% agree with you I wish I bought a spray adhesive instead.

OG Dada

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Once we get some good weather here in San Diego ill be detailing my SC in and out again, I'll document everything plus the med-pro products I use.