the_tool_man
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I like that! I went with the fake carbon fiber. And while I like the look, it doesn't fool anyone, lol. I like the plaid, because it isn't pretending to be something it's not.Not a fan of the glossy wood so I started to work on covering it up with a vinyl wrap. Wasn’t sure what to use since I’m trying to get rid of fake wood and am not crazy with a fake carbon fiber all over either. This was a bit glossier than I was hoping but feel like it turned out pretty good. Now just got to get all the door switch bezels done.
Edit: this is what I used if interested. VViViD Black Stealth Plaid... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7ZGHK19?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The parts you photographed were relatively easy to cover, since they're flat. But I really struggled with the center console storage bin (swapped from a Suburban) and armrest bin because of how deeply recessed they are. On the console bin, I used a long strip and wrapped it around the vertical sides, hiding the seam behind the snap-in cupholder. Then I used a second piece to cover the flange, overlapping it slightly with the first piece all the way around the opening. It looked great when I installed it. But after a couple of hot summers, the vinyl has begun to shrink and pull away from the inside corners. I was able to do the armrest in one piece, but it has also begun to shrink and pull away in the corners. Hopefully, you'll have better long-term success. For me it's been disappointing.