How To RESTORE Your Cracked, Melting, & STICKY DASHBOARD | Toyota Lexus IS250 - Sticky Dash Fix 2.0

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In this video I go over the process of cleaning and repairing a sun-damaged dashboard using a product designed to fix broken, cracked, and melting dashboards like mine. In my experience this is the cheapest and most efficient way to repair a dashboard without spending a fortune on a brand new dash. SPOILER: This product is highly effective for the price and I've received many compliments from other Lexus drivers when they see the results from StickyDashFix.
PRODUCT LINKS:
- Sticky Dash Fix: tinyurl.com/Stickydashfix
- SUGRU 3 pack: tinyurl.com/sgf8r97
- Kraft Paper Roll: tinyurl.com/y2sn6qwf
- Scotch Tape: tinyurl.com/yxb9gsoc
- Paintbrush set: tinyurl.com/y4yw6nu4
- Paint Cup (a paper plate or cup works too): tinyurl.com/y3xqdvrw
- Scissors: tinyurl.com/y392qg75
Other modifications to my car:
- 10" Screen Android Head Unit: amzn.to/2A09fIT
- WIRED Adapter for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto: tinyurl.com/wired-carlinkit
- WIRELESS Adapter for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto: tinyurl.com/wireless-carlinkit
- Dual USB Mount: amzn.to/2ZMGgaY
- Cigarette Lighter Conversion to USB Type C & QC 3.0: amzn.to/2N4GsLZ

[@trdrollin]

I just used this today on my '07 Camry. My kit must be a version 2.5 or something because it came with a small container of dash filler. After using it, I must say that I am overall happy with the results. The dash looks dramatically better than it did and it is no longer sticky. However, I have some suggestions for those of you considering applying this product. First, when you go to clean the dashboard don't be afraid to apply a generous amount cleaner. Also be sure to let it penetrate (at least 5 mins) before wiping in one direction. You may need to repeat this process a few times because you want the dash as clean as you can get it for the coating to adhere optimally. Second, while the provided applicators work well to get close to the windshield, I found that a foam 4in roller (you can find them in any paint department) works better to cover the majority of the dash. It also leaves less streaking and provides a much more uniform application. Third, be sure to allot plenty of time to do this process. It took me about 3 hours to put two applications because I wanted to be sure I was giving adequate dry time between coats and not get the product all over any unintended surfaces. Anyway, that's my two cents. I hope it helps and props and thank you to the creator of this video.

[@GoatyPlayz]

Did the color of your dash change any at all?

[@trdrollin]

@@GoatyPlayz No. I used my VIN number to order the correct color and it's still holding the same color as it was 3 months ago. Still happy with the results.

[@Kyntheria]

@@trdrollin that's awesome. I might have to try this. My doors aren't bad and my dash isn't horrible yet, but there's a few small spots where you can see some melting up between the corner of the windshield and dash. Just looks like a small wet spot. I just hope it would match the doors, with the correct VIN.

[@henry222ist]

@@Kyntheria Does this process give permanent protection against cracking?

[@Kyntheria]

@@henry222ist depends on how damaged your dash is, plus the weather where you are at. This will definitely protect the materials under it. As for cracks themselves, I have used black Sugru to fill in cracks, but you need practice with it, as it's easy to make the repair noticeable. I also have used hot glue to make a texture for blending the Sugru into my dash. It's a much more detailed process than what I have described. As for the Sticky Dash Fix, I haven't bought it yet, but I might give it a go. As for avoiding cracks, especially around the vents, don't have the heater on a high temperature in the winter. Have a comfortable temperature, of course. Having too much of a variation in temperatures will cause the dash to expand and contract. You might already know that.

[@user-bg8xz5gn1e]

I did great with a sticky dash fix. Highly recommend really worth a pity they do not advertise much more. Recommend using a roller will have fewer smear marks

[@TheLexusIS250Dude]

Very nice video keep up the good work

[@IrajMatthee]

Great job. Perhaps if you add a UV window film to your windshield your dashboard will last a little longer too.

[@Thedreadheadjay]

Nice video! Where did you purchase your navigation panel? Did you changed over to it or did you always have a navigation system?

[@oraine16]

A video from the chosen one

[@vctris]

Can confirm this stuff works really well. I'd recommend using a foam roller though and not the paintbrushes included in the kit. My 07 Subaru Liberty dashboard was really bad, this fixed it right up.

[@iiFoogie]

Is it permanently fixed?

[@vctris]

@@iiFoogie it's not sticky 1 year later, but I stuffed up and put my foot on the dash which scratched it a bit so it's maybe not the most robust thing in the world. Still for the price I'm happy with the result, it's a realllllly solid product just again use a foam roller.

[@iiFoogie]

@@vctris yea cause I’m about to get a used car, not sure if they replaced it, but I really like the 06 Lexus, so I might just do that. Once if fails

[@iiFoogie]

@@vctris but really, a regular dash isn’t robust enough to be stepped on, but for 50 dollars, it’s a steal, but ima have to do this on the door panels prob too. Since Lexus didn’t recall it, they did a promotion

[@iiFoogie]

@@vctris do you know if this is safe to use on door panels?

[@diane5332]

Liked the video have the same issue on my 2000 altima, i didn't see the product links though, can you add them?

[@BK-ks2sf]

did you use 303 aerospace? Im using it it makes it not sticky for a few months, I don't park out side in the sun though. Lexus Rx

[@janiechang9672]

Nice video. Just wonder how long will this restoration last? Is this a permanent fix?

[@sherrybatson2451]

Thank you for the follow-up. My stickiness isn't on my dash, yet. It started on the glove box and seems to be spreading. I first noticed a cloudy film that could be easily removed with a cloth. Was surprised to see it convert to sticky much later.. It's on my console and around the steering column and between the seats. Lexus has known of this failure but has given me the run around.

[@janettagagnon3245]

Contact corporate

[@sherryflowers2967]

@@janettagagnon3245 I did. They are the ones that have initiated the run-around by contacting the customer service personnel.

[@janettagagnon3245]

@@sherryflowers2967 mine was just replaced by Lexus

[@sherryflowers2967]

@@janettagagnon3245 Happy for you.

[@fireboltaz]

I used rubbing alcohol to remove the stickiness. Works fine

[@xxninjaboyxx2419]

When are you making the reverse camera install on the android unit?

[@jillbreslawski4521]

Wondering how the Sugu held up as a filler? Was it paintable?

[@henry222ist]

Does this process give permanent protection against cracking?

[@411lofty]

This Paint is it special, it rincal finishes like an original dashboard

[@greebuh]

So this is already happening on the replacement dash in my isf. It's very early but animal hair is the worst. This may just be able to help me stay ahead if the problem a little longer.

[@NolTee2]

Hi does anyone know will this work on my 97 subaru impreza? The dash is back but has gone faded and kinda soft, if I rub my nail gently along it fills under my nail with black stuff, very easy to mark too, it you get me. Thanks.

[@franksp5415]

I know I’m late but are you going to add a backup camera on your car? Really curious how that would fit with Apple car play or android

[@1bathea]

Where does the kit come from ie who sells it

[@romanbutenko678]

I noticed you don't have the common wood trim near the transmitter and window controls, did you change this on your own (DIY)? or did you get that done somewhere?

[@Tarzan429]

He has the base model, which never came with wood trim.

[@PedroBarahona87]

where can I get it?

[@melaniekriner7999]

Hi, I am in Alabama and it’s VERY hot right now. Typically in the upper 90s with heat indexes on the lower 100s. Should I wait for cooler temps to attempt this project?

[@annaknight5111]

I'm wondering the same thing 🤔

[@-thirteen]

Company says it's permanent. Are you saying it wore off in a short time and needed to be redone?

[@WhoaMoments]

WHOA!

[@joseblanco7320]

we’re i can buy

[@cjbryant652]

I’m getting a new dashboard from the lexus warranty!! Verify if you can get it too though!!

[@Leownification]

What year IS do you have?

[@cjbryant652]

@@Leownification 2012

[@centralcoastmuzic8314]

Mines a 2006 & they did not want to replace dicks lol

[@simonepancer4156]

We have an is 250 2008 think we have a chance?

[@methodtraining]

@@simonepancer4156 that’s what I have and nope.

[@funtosee1]

Thanks for your great instructions. Very nice video. I found the background music annoying. No need for it.

[@apparelxkicks]

will it work for door panels too?

[@Eagleye2026]

yes, same material.

[@barasamhan5641]

Would that work on the doors?

[@eleuterioramalho6897]

if works in the dashboard......

[@The2Coolest2]

Your kit is maxed out, mine only came with the bottles. For 50 dollars too. :/

[@gregorybear7367]

Where do I buy?

[@planecrazyish]

The links are in the description of the video.

[@willt.9654]

Since this video is the only thing in the “Reviews” section of the Sticky Dash Fix website (red flag), I’ll just leave my experience with the product here. My dashboard was in rough shape. Probably worse than most. So I applied several coats, following the instructions exactly. The good: It addressed the stickiness and the glare on the windshield (albeit only for 1-2 months before the problem returned). The bad: It looks like trash. Very streaky and noticeable. And the surface cleaner did not do its job at all. The coating still trapped debris under it. And in the most severe spots, the coating shrunk and cracked during drying, no matter how many coats I applied. I’m pretty sure this is because it was 80+°F in the garage I was in. Which was the best I could do. The glare was getting really bad so I couldn’t just wait for the weather to cool down to apply the coating. I figured that a product developed in Australia would be able to handle moderate heat. *TL;DR:* If your sticky dash problem is severe or widespread, know that this product is unlikely to leave your dashboard in presentable condition. It could be worth getting just as a way to keep your dashboard from sticking to a dash cover, though I can’t confirm it would succeed at that task either. 2/5 stars.

[@vctris]

It's like spray painting, it requires a lot of prep and the right mindset, patience and tools. I used a foam roller instead of the foam brushes included in the kit and it worked really well. I dedicated about three hours to the job though. I'd give the product 5/5 stars. Adding a foam roller to the kit is unnecessary as they're readily available at hardware stores and it would make the kit more bulky, increasing the price of the product itself and the price of postage. This product works really, really well.

[@SergeRustic]

Agreed from what vctris said. Its all about prep work, you can't just expect to slap on a product and expect perfect results when you don't take the time to do it right. Sorry, but the streaks are from your application and lack of due diligence as many have recommended the foam roller and taking your time.

[@rhondaanderson8648]

Where can I buy this? I can’t find this same kit anywhere ?

[@npzninja]

don't waste your money, doesn't work

[@BK-ks2sf]

How long does it take to ship to the u.s? I'm not sure it's worth $50 for some paint basically

[@Blue2is]

It tooke about a month

[@ringztrue9793]

I ordered the Essentials kit in black but it had no dash filler included. I ordered the dash filler separately but it came in white instead of black. The 3dformulation customer service doesn't respond to my email asking how to get black filler. I have now spent over $65 and can't use the product to fix my dash.

[@SergeRustic]

What are you talking about? You paint over the filler...if you can't figure that out then don't attempt this project...OMG

[@PapillonOne]

Anyone who has used this product two to three years ago, can you tell us if it is still intact or has the sun or heat caused problems with it staying in good shape? Thanks.

[@npzninja]

all i know is i just bought it and tried it today, and the cleaner doesn't work at all.

[@PapillonOne]

@@npzninja WOW, thank you for the heads up!!

[@jeisiergonzalez1409]

I was gonna purchase this product but saw the airbag warning. I was really exited about this but it doesn't make sense to fix the dashboard by risking the airbag not going of and risking the passengers life.

[@Kyntheria]

How much force do you think a thin layer of paint will hold? An airbag literally throws you into your seat, so a tiny bit of paint is not going to affect it at all. The company has to give that warning because of liability, even if it has zero impact on airbag safety.

[@SergeRustic]

This is such a thin layer of paint its obviously not going to be an issue, as Kyntheria said they just have to put that there for their own protection.

[@chriskelone1056]

Sticky dash fix Where to buy and use

[@planecrazyish]

The links are in the description of the video.

[@frankinher7467]

Scam ordered this 8 months ago never got the product or a response after creating account on site

[@liliahernandez6194]

Lexus replaced the whole dashboard for me for free, my car is 2012. I take my car to my local dealership for oil changes and in one of those times they told me Lexus would pay for everything.

[@hayden93]

You could replace the dashboard yourself, it’s a pain in the a$$ but not that big of a pain in the a$$. Used good condition ones are around 250 and I thing oem is around 400

[@TheOneNeoLok]

What is the part number i would rather replace mine....

[@TheOneNeoLok]

Lexus is250 2007

[@hayden93]

@@TheOneNeoLok #5540053909C0 $391 (put wrong part number before)

[@williambellamy6197]

paint my dash with a can of flat black paint and a sponge brush looks great

[@DrRobrez]

I used this about 3 weeks ago and my dash is back to melting and sticky. Take note and pay attention, the video maker here also previously installed this product and it failed for him If it sounds too good to be true, it is

[@Blue2is]

Really? Rip im about to do mine

[@Tarzan429]

How did it go?

[@Blue2is]

@@Tarzan429 it actually removed the stickiness but i did a measy and a bad job because its my first time

[@janettagagnon3245]

I just got the dash replaced by Lexus, at no cost to me, on my new to me 2013 IS250C. Contact Lexus before you do any self repair.

[@tomm9013]

Did you contact corporate HQ or a local dealer? I contacted HQ for my 2008 ES350. I'm the 3rd owner so no luck there. Curious as to why the two previous owners didn't take care of this.

[@kathybburnett]

Did you have a warranty letter? My 2007 dash is all cracked, but just found out about the warranty and it expired March, 2021. Would like to press them to do it.

[@janettagagnon3245]

@@kathybburnett I wrote to corporate

[@johnlowther4927]

I tried, really wanted to see how it works, but that insipid music was louder than you. No thanks.

[@tdrag97]

Lexus fix this for free

[@npzninja]

they must've changed the formula because the cleaner didn't do anything, I'd say it made more material stick to the dash, dumb. where's the refund at?

[@EricTianss]

Verry bad

[@skhochay]

nice vid , but what a garbage product

[@vctris]

What other products are on the market that solve this problem?

[@SergeRustic]

Maybe you just failed grade 4 Art class....