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I bought the cheapest Range Rover in the UK & it was crash damaged. Im rebuilding it, but will it still be the cheapest when im finished? Theres alot of work that needs doing including a full dashboard change with airbags, along with alot of body damage let see how i get on.
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[@alexalbiston5675]

Easy to re-colour leather yourself, could be a fun project. I’ve dyed my entire 4 series interior from black to red, cream to black will be much easier

[@killajayalii984]

No way how did it come out?

[@alexalbiston5675]

Honestly I’m really happy with it, it took approx 8 coats applying with a sponge, if I did this in the future I’d most likely use a spray gun! Hardest part was taking the seats in the front appart to make sure there was no black spots left over, and being patient!

[@JamesSmith-mr5dc]

I second that and think he should just recolour it instead of buying one in black

[@oresthse4668]

@@alexalbiston5675 if you had a white-cream interior it would take less coats right?

[@alexalbiston5675]

@@oresthse4668 I can only assume so! I went through several coats where it looked a strange brown colour due to the dark base. Bright red in the end. I assume this wouldn’t be an issue in the cream/white

[@danielbarnett6807]

I'm here after watching the Aston Martin vantage series, so I just laughed when you said this was the hardest dash you've tackled 😄

[@ZEODE]

Same! 😂

[@Mason-xq3cv]

Same 😂

[@xhandleyvector]

Same! I was like..."Well, that didn't age well, did it?" :D

[@TadBitChunky2011]

I’ve done the same was about to comment that 😂🤣

[@dontask180]

Same

[@nigelbullock9039]

Mat. You are one impressive and talented individual. I watched you take that dashboard out and it was amazing. Well done

[@atrack123]

Truth!! very impressive how NOTHING stops you! Your skills are top notch. Keep going mate!

[@ivorleak8823]

That’s easy, it’s putting it back lol.

[@shaun9905]

Talented? He's a KZbin have a go hero, 7 bolts left over and god knows how many more short cuts taken. Also shouldnt be trying to repair SRS looms like i gather he is going to do. I bet you don't say that to the guy who's fixing your car after many years of doing the job and £1000s of tools.

[@madmurf]

@@shaun9905 SRS Looms if done correctly should be fine. If the wiring fails at any point in the future an error will show up. Just dont leave the battery connected when doing the repairs. BOOOM!!

[@yeahyeah4433]

@@shaun9905 Yeah exactly, he does it himself for his cars, which is impressive, he didn't do years of the job yet he has still come out with cars that are just really good and different. Don't be upset some people want to do stuff themselves, most garages over charge for a shitty job, experience means nothing if they don't give a fuck about your car, if you're doing your own car theres nothing that will stop you. And he's never claimed any of his cars to be factory standard or reliability, he just does it for fun to mod cars to his liking, dont see the problem, its that or the scrapyard for these cars.

[@ovallavo]

Man you have the most tenacity I have ever seen. You don’t let any problem stop you. I never comment on videos really but you really deserve praise. And a subscription.

[@wynsky21]

Mat I got so much respect for you man. Your channel gives me joy.

[@silverbackpeppers]

Love your honesty about how many bolts you missed after replacing the dash, i always say if you aint got at least 1 bolt left over after a job You aint done it right😆

[@MrMijnaccount1]

I did some work at a Mercedes workshop (evenings, saturdays, holidays) when I was 15 years old. One of the mechanics over there called all the bolds and the nuts he had left over, weight reduction and spare parts. Untill the day that the same Vito arrived on the back of a truck that had left the shop that morning after a engine rebuild. Needed a engine rebuild😅

[@snmnmidld6203]

If you got left over bolts just means you're better than the engineer!

[@dpn_naxton]

You can easily recolour the steering wheel air bag 🙂

[@Digitaliziation]

@Kasban Hawana Cringe

[@kryptoniteee]

@@Digitaliziation huh?

[@thejoneseys]

I genuinely felt sick after you'd removed that dash... Holy moly 🤢 Seven spare bolts for the next one though 😂👍🏻

[@shychog]

Having owned a Range Rover and dealt with all the issues they have, I'm in awe of your bravery to deal with a crash damaged one. Taking that dashboard off had me holding my breath.

[@Ghost-lc6rb]

Me too

[@joedennehy386]

My brain is still hurting

[@MadMike2777]

No idea why, but I'm absolutely loving the Range Rover build. Your smashing it as usual. And with my extensive professional knowledge..... (seen it on wheeler dealers) you can get leather dyed. So that airbag will take the black dye no problems at all 😉.

[@KOOIJBOY]

There’s no arguing with Edd

[@michaelrose7258]

Yep Edd China,,, legend

[@sheila7909]

Same

[@hakunamitatas8525]

You’ve some such a long way Mat! So inspiring thinking about how drastically your vids have improved in just 2 years! Most entertaining automotive channel on KZbin. Keep it up 👍

[@MatArmstrongbmx]

Thanks mate! I surprise my self sometimes 😅

[@danlat1415]

You could get some black leather spray paint and paint the cream airbag.

[@jameshoward8175]

when you take off a tie rod or a track rod end, its good practice to count the spins so that you dont have to tipex it. thats what i do anyways. still will need wheel align but is close enough. great vids aswell mat.. keep it up :)

[@trainman665]

Only works well when you have identical replacements though. Some parts have shocking tolerences!

[@Crone85]

Mad props for getting stuck in and just going through all that hassle. Every time you finish these things and put it all together, without testing it first, I cross all my fingers that it all works 🙈

[@Kam48k]

Should upgrade the whole steering wheel

[@ianpearson5897]

I couldn’t leave it knowing I’ve left that many bolts out of the dash 🤣 especially as you said the 10mm ones were the ones that fixed the dash to the bulkhead!

[@RATTLER238]

It’s gonna rattle!! 🤣😂

[@madmurf]

It must have been over Engineered. I wonder if it was the ones near the windscreen? He will find out when the annoying squeaks starts in a few months time.

[@simonroberts960]

Fare play... if it holds don't mend it ...

[@paulbeecham8313]

Thats a lot of hard graft Matt 👊👊 please dont let it down with the cream airbag 🤑 gotta be black 🤗

[@williamadler3003]

JUST A TIP: USE A OEM PARTS BOOK / SCHEMATIC WHEN YOU REMOVE A MAJOR COMPONENT LIKE A DASH. USE PARTS BAGS OF VARY SIZES, (E-BAY AVAILABLE) AND LABLE THE SCREW TO THE PART NUMBER. IT IS A DISCIPLINE THAT WILL SERVE YOU WELL WHEN DOING MORE COMPLEX COMPONENTS THAT YOU SIMPLY CANNOT HAVE LEFT OVER FASTENERS LIKE A ENGINE. LOVE THE VIDEOS, KEEP EM COMING!

[@andypeat8154]

Hi Mat , you can easily recolour the leather steering wheel trim

[@jpt757]

Thank you a lot for making such informative videos re your Range Rover...honestly, difficult to comprehend how you are able to rebuild a damaged car to such high quality if you are not a trained mechanic. Much respect to you.

[@paulbatchelor9048]

No cream one needs to go and also silver trim next to new unit needs to be done black.loving the content as always range looks great

[@Richie-C]

Agree

[@Liverpoolfcj97]

Also you are a true inspiration not only to us petrol heads,but to our future generation who watch You don't cut corners(unless it's a red m3🫣)....but moreover you ALWAYS make sure all the are bags,seat belts etc etc are done & done right. Massive respect to you mate,you Hannah & Kevin deserve everything u have worked so hard to get,your family must be so proud. I always thumbs up and am subscribed to everything you are on.... love the full length kids best👍🏻💪🏻

[@gymfreakuk]

Definitely change that airbag so it matches the rest of the car. When you mentioned an upgrade I thought maybe you were gonna upgrade the screen to an android one that looks more like the newer ones. It is like £1200+ though. You can upgrade it to have Apple car play with the same screen for like £500 though.

[@mrayy_]

YESS MATT, FUCKINNNGGGGG YESSS! I was so disappointed you got the pre facelift sport and I didn’t even know this new heater control could be retrofitted. FUCKING LOVE IT SON.

[@adam.a]

This is gonna be a good build🔥🔥🔥

[@CarsForPaul]

Matt, get a colour kit from furniture clinic to colour the Airbag. it will look OEM and only takes 20 minutes to do. they even provide the airbrush as part of the kit 👊

[@gregjohnson1805]

Maybe my favourite build since the Bentley! Love all the cars but I have a think for luxury cars I can’t afford 😂

[@samsalim9213]

You can’t afford the 10k Bentley but you can afford the S3 and M140i 🤣

[@p-vision]

You need to do a full build video for this, most underrated build

[@panchit0z]

Mat always taking one for the team, putting his mental health at risk, to bring us quality content 😂 gotta love it, amazing determination!!

[@panchit0z]

@john dunne it was a joke

[@hiskyboy8971]

respect man thats some graft and balls to try that

[@ro63rto]

If the airbag cover is leather, get some acetone and cotton balls and remove as much colour as you can. Then, contact Angelus and get yourself a bottle of their leather dye in the colour of your choice. Apply it in multiple light coats with their applicator on the easy to get areas and a selection of paintbrushes for the not so easy to reach areas. About £25 all in. Eg - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6m4mKlvfbZ9mKc

[@iainlovatt4938]

Make sure you add a Electronic Deployable Tow Bar.. and some side step. The towbar though Brilliant bit of kit and looks smart. (Press a button in the boot and it deploys)

[@umarkhameery7948]

Great progress, loving it. Btw where did u buy the upgrade climate control?

[@mattgreene01]

Same question!

[@AndyK.1]

Ali express I expect ! Lots on there

[@YouKnowTheDance]

Do they work on all range rovers - asking for a evoque 2014 guy 😉

[@AndyK.1]

@@YouKnowTheDance They do ones for discovery so you maybe in with a chance. Personally I’d save your money for something else

[@YouKnowTheDance]

@@AndyK.1 yeah for what they are and what they do I’ll stick to what I have. Can you get the visualisation centre part to play videos/Netflix etc? Mine doesn’t even have sat nave 🤬

[@epicswirl]

I like the cream color airbag! I thought I would hate it. You can always dye the leather.

[@ibzz7482]

Love ur videos Matt keep up the hard work!!

[@DaveRogers1985]

You can dye the airbag black if you clean it with acetone to strip any oil or leather conditioner/protector off, then apply some Fiebing's Pro Dye for leather!

[@leebowman8613]

Hello Matt why don't you dye It Black look at KZbin so rub it down and they spray it only work out about 50 quid and I caught a parallel can be pulled out have a lovely evening

[@foxxsiliga2694]

The biggest thing that glue me to this videos, is the relationship with your girlfriend bro. She is so supportive. I discovered your channel last week and i habe watched 75% of all the videos in your channel. Shout out to u from South Africa

[@S.wilson911]

I’ve always used Airbag shop for my seatbelt refurbs and airbags. They even replaced the pyro’s in the rear headrests on an E350 Cabriolet for me.

[@nicka113]

Rear quarter is 100% pushed in, they are thin metal but a good dent puller and a bit of filler will get that one looking straight.

[@oscarparker4898]

Mat you inspire me so so much I watch all the videos of the Land Rover can’t wait for the 3 part and I think I want to be like you when I am older thanks mat 😊😊

[@davrotequila]

Great video... 7 bolts left!!!!.. Lol.. Wait for the rattles!!!... Air con display looks awesome.... Massive job, respect m8... I like the cream centre!!.... Look forward to the next episode

[@Mr_kay240]

trick for dash bolts, get a sharpie and number the bolt head and the hole it came out of in order you removed them. Use blue tape to mark the holes so you don't miss one. you can store them by punching holes in a bit or cardboard with a crude sketch and their approx locations. 10/10 dash scores are possible! Super inspiring videos, loving the channel!! keep up the amazing work.

[@shabbirvadiwala3856]

airbag you can use black leather color dye.

[@markpoole6386]

Wigston based company can help with the colour change on the air bag if your interested.

[@modernstoves2404]

Must say, I’m new to watching your videos but a seasoned KZbin viewer, in terms of presenting you’ve got it down to a T, and I have to admire your desert Island mentality, nothing beats you.. well done Sir!!

[@petebeard324]

I came across your channel today and was hooked on the restorations and rebuilds. Having had my fill of Wheeler Dealer repeats on Quest it's great to see your work, Keep it coming !

[@CornishPogoking]

Defo need that airbag black mat, it's kinda nice cream but black would look much better, that new upgrade though, such an improvement 👌

[@SD-oi9gr]

I know it’s a long shot but you can dye leather yourself or pay for it. It’s a whole process but if you can find the right colour it would look perfect.

[@jmark397]

Mat I think the Range is the best choice you ever made !!love that project ..keep the nice work !!!

[@madmurf]

Spray the Airbag with a leather spray, it should be fine I wouldnt expect too much surface wear as it wouldnt be touched much. I was a Tech for office equipment for many years and allways had left over bolts from photocopier rebuilds. Thats how you end up with spare bolts incase you need one. I use to tell myself it was just "Over Engineered" when I had left over bolts as they still ran fine. :) Great job on the video really enjoyed the pace and you dont overdo the boring stuff.

[@shevannembhard4444]

Came upon your channel around a week ago and been binge watching since..I'm around halfway through all your videos and really enjoying them all. Hailing from Jamaica hopefully one day we international subscribers can partake in the raffles😅😅😅😅

[@NsKQuickie]

Great work Mat but i would suggest you use metal cable ties on the rubber boats as plastic ties can snap.

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

I'd take physical controls for HVAC over any touchscreen.

[@dinakarsoul]

Wow...crazy ! You are one heck of a man to do the dashboard 😀👌. I bet you get to do this dash even in your dreams😆😆😆

[@drewsiff123]

It kills me to see you putting parts like the stereo straight onto the center console without any protection on the console! Fair play if you don’t ever scratch those gloss finish plastics! 👍🏼 Oh and btw, I’m loving your videos! I too fix my own cars by winging it. 🤙🏼 Also as a car upholsterer of 14 years, I cringe when I see you remove seats! There’s a technique to it that makes it much easier and safer on your back. But I must say Ive learned so much from your videos, so thanks. 😃

[@kaydesign]

You can spray the airbag with interior ‘Leather paint’ from MOTIP. ⚒👍

[@euclideanmathematics]

Mr Armstrong, watching this makes me think anything is possible. You are an inspiration

[@bamber119]

Talk about having the patience of a saint. Beside the definition there's a photo of Mat tackling that dashboard ;)

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome episode. It is great to see the car coming together. The off-white wheel could work because the prices for all black are way too high. Looking forward to the next episode. Keep up the good work.

[@ramoncoppens3781]

i love the cream with the black, you could also go full cream/black by replacing little bits of interior thorughout the car as well

[@geffeniz]

Kindly keep the airbag in that color as a Reminder of all the Work you put in

[@martingibbons2488]

Speak to leather tech in Cheshire. They will dye/paint the airbag perfectly. Along with and door card, carpet, leather repairs! This guy is magic.

[@SoveratosPrime]

Your work on this car is amazing, with your skills you can easily transform this car to the MY2018 restyling with bigger screens and LED headlights. It would be the ultimate upgrade. Can’t wait for new videos about the Range!

[@NottsKnots]

For the airbag, you can mask off the trim/rear and get some leather dye, rough up the surface a tiny bit with a very high grit abrasive to remove any finish then it should take dye no problem. As long as you apply black dye evenly no one will ever know.

[@armandk7036]

You are not a mechanic but you know how to fix the car that is awesome bro. Nice video!

[@broomad]

Dye the leather air bag cover - it's really easy as it's black. I use Furniture Clinic in Newcastle. Their products are fantastic and so easy to use. I use a sponge to apply the dye and it always turns out looking like factory. :-)

[@cwtv8962]

Mat, have a look at the Furniture Clinic. They sell leather dyes that you can use to easily dye the airbag to black. I used their steering wheel restoration kit on my MK1 Cupra R with fantastic results.

[@shaunmcc9861]

Mat...you've a heart like a lion....Great job on dashboard...top man

[@rogermowat401]

Love your endless energy and enthusiasm! However a 2:11 am finish must have left you knackered. Great job you are doing. Must be hard to source matching OE parts and model/ colour specific especially if it’s the same parts that are usually in demand. Loving the episodes.

[@diamondkaz]

Accidentally stumbled on the first video, now I'm hooked and invested 😅. Great vid

[@shafinoorrahman6431]

Am putting my m140i back together and your videos is helping me a lot thanks mate

[@optic1972]

Mat I work for JLR and I wouldnt ever want to attempt the removal, consoles are enough but respect for doing the dash! If you look over some of the old Car SOS episodes Fuzz and Tim use Bespoke Leathering and im sure they paint leather, maybe worth a punt? Good luck on the build!

[@calzoh5261]

Me and dad found your Aston Martin Rebuild videos last week, it’s amazing how modest you are about DIY on cars but yet have such a wealth of knowledge.👌 Got 2 new subscribers from us, and now I’m onto your Range rebuild. Looking forward to the next Aston video 😎 If only I had the spare money to do this kind of thing, keep up the great work 💪

[@John-zi4ii]

You can dye the color of stearing air bag ! Awesome !!, it has too be black ! ,they have color changing dye kits out there for every type of material ! , good luck, God Bless !

[@skillz1855]

As a German car Tech, Man the things you do are insane and mad impressive. Respect

[@shoponmiah709]

Im getting fits from watching you work on the dashboard well done u have patience and passion i can do everything but wires and dashboard i have no patience well done.

[@michaelyounes29]

Your perseverance is next level Matt!

[@michaelbain9151]

You can use leather dye to change colour of airbag, did the same with a white A210 AMG steering wheel

[@lukask1x]

For steering wheel Mat you can use leather black paint to make it black if it's painted with quality paints. Then easily not gonna see a difference!

[@jeffsmith7864]

Excellent video sir,thanking you for sharing. Stay safe & take care Mat kudos.

[@landofscots9994]

That Dash is quality love the upgrade. Heating system😎. rear panel requires pulled out ..😁 Doors perfect 👌 oh you can buy leather Dye/paint....😏

[@matheusalvares375]

I don't know if I liked the AC display... but this project is amazing! Congrats!

[@themacedonian188]

Respect for taking on a job like this without years of tutoring and experience.

[@joeodea2249]

Genuinely thought you were a mechanic! Amazing stuff , always find it incredible how people just turn their hands to things and learn on the job, fair play

[@adamsdailydriveway]

I’ve owned 7 rovers from 2012-2017, my current 2 are a 17 svr and 17 lwb, I’ve had both for over 2 years, and besides an oil change, they have been amazing. My last 2015 model autobiography had 70k miles when I purchased it, and I sold it with 120k miles and only thing I had to change was the coolant reservoir, brakes, rotors, driver side soft close module went bad, overall, I will always keep a rover in the driveway, best SUVs by far imo.

[@enoncheowoicho9856]

the light airbag looks great keep it

[@diogotorres7151]

Baso stopped watching another video on KZbin to jump straight on this as I got the notification on the phone! Always a good day when Matt uploads 🙌

[@youngmarioyoung1]

At the 1:20 mark you can see the sink in the rear quarter panel. I'm sure if its body worked it will solve the door issue

[@paintgangltd5805]

I love the cream personally, just adds some detail

[@BigHumz155]

Maybe find some more cream leather trim pieces or maybe the seats to give the interior a two-tone look?

[@happymatt5512]

Well impressed - that's a whole lot of work but yeah you never give-up or complain! Well done on taking on a monumental challenge!!!

[@chris-vn6sw]

Have you tried the Airbag team in Hinckley ? Great service and turn round time. Used on several occasions, modules reset, seatbelt tensioners etc !

[@nealegordon]

Airbag matches the passenger door beautifully!

[@JC_2510]

Door looks good..! It’s quarter panel is pushed in or having a big dent on it.!

[@mickkingston1450]

If you any Quality parts, use silver lakes auto salvage ! And they deliver in their own vans 👍

[@KrisuZwisu84kmh]

Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint 😁 will definitely do the job for the air bag mate... Easy

[@jewellyboy19]

Mat have a look at angelus leather paint for your airbag. It will transform your airbag easy peasy. Also only costs about £8 for a small bottle.

[@edwinromilly4645]

WELL DONE !!MATT Your one brave cool cat!!.lol That looks megga energy drainer but wow looks Amazing.😮 looking forward to the finished works peace🕊

[@nanaantwiautomobileservice70]

It's perfect with the cream steering center